Group 2 · Pinschers & molossoids
Atlas Mountain Dog (Aidi)
The Atlas Mountain Dog (Aidi) is a medium-sized Moroccan mountain dog from the Atlas Mountains, bred to guard flocks and tents. It is watchful, brave and loyal, with a thick coat and a fine nose.
Health
There is no breeding programme approved by Dierenwelzijn Vlaanderen (Animal Welfare Flanders) for this breed (yet). Without an approved breeding programme, no Flemish pedigree can be issued, but a lineage certificate can. Dierenwelzijn Vlaanderen strongly recommends carrying out the health tests on the parent dogs.
View the official breeding programmes
This breed profile is not a breed sheet within the meaning of the Flemish Breeding Decree (Fokkerijbesluit). The legal rules for breeding this breed are set out in the official breeding programme.
Considerations when buying
There is no breeding programme approved by Dierenwelzijn Vlaanderen for this breed (yet). Dierenwelzijn Vlaanderen strongly recommends carrying out the health tests on the parent dogs. Ask the breeder which health tests the parent dogs have had, and ask for the results. An Aidi needs long daily walks and a job to do, and is happiest with space around the house. Its thick coat needs a weekly brush and more during moulting.
Questions for the breeder
- Which health tests have the parent dogs had, and may I see the results?
- Will the puppy receive a pedigree or a lineage certificate, and from which association?
- How are the puppies socialised before they go to their new home?
Breed-specific challenges
As a flock guardian, the Aidi is watchful and independent, and often reserved with strangers. Early socialisation and calm, consistent training are important.
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