The dog Owen raised is a red and white dog. The red and white dog is also called the Bernese Mountain Dog. It is a Swiss mountain dog, the same as the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, the Appenze Cattle Dog, and the Entrebuch. Cattle dogs share a common origin.
They were usually used for herding sheep and pulling items. Bernese Mountain Dogs are a great breed for families because they are very friendly, loyal, and quiet. They are also smart, easy to train, and can make great working dogs, such as guide dogs or search and rescue dogs.