As the name says, they are called Dutch Barge Dog because of their role as a companion, watchdog, and guardian on barges and small boats on Holland’s canals and rivers. (1/15) by Judy Powell September 27, 2020, 10:58 am Credit Judy Powell 0 Previous 1/15 Next View full list See more Previous article These days, the Greater Swiss is primarily a family companion or show dog, beloved for his gentle, easygoing temperament. Next article Keeshond is a double-coated breed, consisting of a woolly undercoat and a longer guard coat. Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.