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Pyrenean Mountain Dog
Francia Espaรฑa FCI 137 - Molossoid . Mountain

Origin: Spain, France
Character: Brave and loyal
Weight: 40 - 60 Kg
Height: 65 - 80 cm.
Life expectancy: 10 - 12 years

Pyrenean Mountain Dog

The Pyrenean Mountain Dog is a guardian and protector with territorial claims.

Content

History

The Pyrenean Mountain Dog is an ancient watchdog of the mountainous world of the Pyrenees. There it is officially called Chien de Montagne des Pyrรฉnรฉes. The people of the Pyrenees call him the cute little one Patou. The pyrenees, like a vast, deserted and rugged, previously inaccessible mountain range, form the natural border between France and Spain. Here there were and there are wolves and bears, with the consequent problem for ranchers. It also, sheep used to be one of the few livelihoods of the people here. While in Germany and other Central European countries people lament the return of the wolf and complain about the damage caused to game and sheep herds, in the Pyrenees dogs such as the Patou from time immemorial. And there are no complaints. Guard dogs are an integral part of every flock of sheep in the Pyrenees mountains.

On the French side, they are officially called Chien de Montagne des Pyrรฉnรฉes or Pyrenรคenberghund, on the Spanish side Perro de montaรฑa de los Pirineos or Gran Pirineo. In addition to protecting herds against thieves, wolves and bears, also protected large estates. His powerful figure, his determination and ability to attack in an emergency were not without effect. The impression must have been so lasting that his work was already documented in writings from antiquity and the Middle Ages.. It is reported that the dogs would have recognized people from afar by their clothes. In 1391 it is said that the Count of Foix did a test. If he came disguised as a tramp, the dogs attacked him from afar without hesitation. If he came dressed as a count, he wasn't bothered.

The Patou was not a uniform race in the past. In very remote valleys there were often local breeds, genetically isolated, optimized for your job task naturally, but in the end the same dogs came out with a very similar appearance and character, though they might have been genetically separated for generations. Extremely harsh living conditions obviously outweighed the disadvantages of inbreeding. Modern pedigree dog breeding took an interest in these impressive dogs very early on. Already at the first dog show in France, in 1863, a separate class was established for the Pyrenean Mountain Dog.

An attempt was made to establish the Patou also outside the Pyrenees as a watchdog and protection. In 1907 the first standard was established in France. But, due to the two world wars and the associated famine period, the population of Patou outside the mountains suffered serious setbacks. In 1955 obtained the official recognition of the FCI – International Cynological Federation.

Physical characteristics

The Pyrenean Mountain Dog is a big dog, imposing, powerful and at the same time athletic and agile. Doesn't seem clumsy or massive, but rather elegant piecework. It has a medium length coat, very dense and flexible, which can be slightly wavy. The bottom layer is also very dense. To the colors that the official standard says:

White or white with gray spots (badger gray or wolf gray), pale yellow or orange (rusty) in the head, ears and base of tail, sometimes also in the body.

The Pyrenean Mountain Dog it has a majestic height at the withers 70 and 80 centimeters in males and 65 to 75 in females. The weight must be between 60 and 70 kg. The measurements are quite similar to those taken by the Conde de Bylandt when he first described the breed in 1897, when he simply called the dogs "Chien des Pyrรฉneรฉsยซ. The head of the Patou remember the contours of a molosser. Shows a very alert and attentive facial expression. It is a dog that rests in itself, who first of all observes everything, seemingly listless. This is underlined by his eyes, they're supposed to be sweet and dreamy, with its dark amber color.

Character and skills

The Pyrenean Mountain Dog is a guardian and protector with territorial claims. He looks cute and calm looking, sublime and imposing almost like a blank teddy bear, but you must not be wrong. It has a strong character combined with a very own but clear idea of รขโ‚ฌโ€นรขโ‚ฌโ€นhow it should behave – and the others in their domain. This idea is naturally shaped by its use throughout the centuries, where he had to defend his flock to life or death as a guard without the presence of the shepherd and, therefore, had to make decisions independently. The official standard classifies his character qualities as follows:

Since the dog was used exclusively to protect herds against attacks by predators, its selection for breeding was based on its suitability as a guardian, their respectable appearance and also their relationship with the herd. The resulting characteristics are strength and agility., as well as the sweetness and attachment to his protรฉgรฉs. This watchdog has a tendency to independence and initiative, which requires some authority from his master.

One Pyrenean Mountain Dog should only be held by an experienced and mentally strong person. First of all, not a family dog. But, it can become so if it has extremely competent guidance from its master or caretaker and if the external conditions are right. Only then can he be a good family dog รขโ‚ฌโ€นรขโ‚ฌโ€นand lovingly protect all members of the family., including other four-legged friends. It also, is a good guardian and extremely reliable protector of the house and all those who, in your opinion -which should be clarified-, belong to it. Towards strangers he is suspicious.

Fitness

The Pyrenean Mountain Dog it is extremely undemanding in its maintenance – if one ignores the aforementioned restrictions due to its nature as a watchdog. It is undemanding in its nutrition as well as in its accommodation. You can spend the whole year outside without problems – As long as you have a suitable and "adequate" hiding place, it does not mean either a kennel or a chain., because he must be able to move in his territory. This large, self-confident dog is quite sensitive and places great importance on a close emotional bond with his human family.. You need a trusting relationship with your master or caregiver.

Thanks to modern pedigree dog breeding, the Patou is better prepared for a big city life than other herd protection dog breeds like the Kangal or the Central Asian Shepherd Dog. So if you have a large, well-fenced property in the country, if you have joy, fun, experience and the possibility of getting involved with these dogs, you can experience a particularly impressive and beautiful facet of the human-dog association.

Pyrenean Mountain Dog Education

The education of Pyrenean Mountain Dog belongs to the hands of a teacher or lover with deep experience and canine knowledge. Like any other race, Pyrenean mountain dogs must be well socialized and educated since they are puppies. It would be irresponsible to want to keep such a dog as a beginner.

Care and health of the Pyrenean Mountain Dog

Absolutely easy to care for and undemanding. The Pyrenean Mountain Dog generally enjoys very robust health. Some health problems may include hip dysplasia; heart problems such as tricuspid valve dysplasia; cancers like osteosarcoma (bone cancer); eye problems such as persistent pupil membranes, progressive retinal atrophy and cataracts; dissecting osteochondritis (an orthopedic problem), patellar dislocation (dislocation of the patella) and swelling.

Nutrition / Food

The Pyrenean Mountain Dog he has no problem with his diet.

Life expectancy of the Pyrenean Mountain Dog

The Pyrenean Mountain Dog have a very high life expectancy of 12 and sometimes more years relative to its size.

Characteristics "Pyrenean Mountain Dog"

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed"Pyrenean Mountain Dog" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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Photos:

1 – Pyrenean Mountain Dog by https://pxhere.com/es/photo/774692
2 – Pyrenees Mountain Dog, XI International Dog Show in Krakรณw by I, Lilly M / CC BY-SA
3 – Great Pyrenees Mountain Dog by HeartSpoon / CC BY-SA
4 – Pyrenees mountain dog by Arnaud 25 / CC BY-SA
5 – Pasture of Anterne, Sixt-Fer-a-Cheval, Pyrenean Mountain Dog among the sheeps by Jerome Bon from Paris, France / CC BY
6 – Pyrenean Mountain Dog by Emma.Martinet / CC0
7 – Pyrenees mountain dog by I, Beninho / CC BY-SA

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Type and recognitions:

  • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
  • Group :
  • Section : . .

Federations:

  • – FCI – Pinscher and Schnauzer-Molossoid type dogs – Swiss Mountain Dogs and Cattledogs. Section 2.2 Molossoid, mountain type. โ“˜
  • – AKC – Working dogs โ“˜
  • – ANKC – Group 6 (utility dogs) โ“˜
  • – CKC – Group 3 – Working dogs โ“˜
  • – โ€‹KC – Sheepdogs โ“˜
  • – NZKC – Utility dog โ“˜
  • – UKC – Watchdog โ“˜

    • FCI breed standard "Pyrenean Mountain Dog"

    Origin:
    Spain, France

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    13.03.2001

    Use:

    Herd guard dog in mountain.



    General appearance:

    This is a large dog, imposing and very well proportioned, although without lacking a certain elegance.

    PROPIMPORTANT ORTIONS:

    • The maximum width of the skull is equal to its length.
    • The muzzle is slightly shorter than the skull.
    • The length of the body, from the tip of the shoulder, to the tip of the gluteus, is slightly higher than the height at the withers.
    • Chest height is equal to half the height at the withers or slightly less


    Behavior / temperament:

    Used to protect flocks alone from predator attacks, his selection was based on both his vigilance and deterrence skills, as in their attachment to the flock. As a result of this, its main qualities are strength and agility, as well as the sweetness and devotion towards those who protect him. This watchdog has a propensity for independence and a sense of initiative that require some authority from its master..

    Head:

    Is not very big, compared to the size of the dog. The side faces are quite flat.

    Cranial region:
    • Skull: The maximum width of the skull is equal to its length. It is slightly arched, because the sagittal crest is noticeable to the touch. Since the occipital protuberance is apparent, the cranium, on its back, It has an ogival shape. Superciliary arches are not marked, the middle groove is barely perceptible to the touch between the eyes.
    • Depression links (Stop): It has a slight inclination.

    facial region:

    • Truffle: It is completely black.
    • Snout: It is wide; somewhat shorter than the skull and progressively decreases towards its extremity. Seen from above, is V-shaped with a truncated tip. It is very solid under the eyes.
    • Lips: They are slightly hanging and cover just the lower jaw. Are black or well marked black, as well as the palate.
    • Jaws / Teeth: The denture must be complete and the teeth must be white and healthy. The joint is in the form of scissors (the upper incisors cover the lower ones without loss of contact). Articulation in the form of pliers is supported, as well as the two lower clips that fall towards the front.

    Eyes: They are rather small, almendrada form, slightly oblique, of intelligent and contemplative expression. Its color is amber brown. The eyelids are never loose and are lined with black. The look is sweet and dreamy.

    Ears: Present at eye level. They are quite small, triangular in shape and rounded at the extremity. They fall close to the head and appear a little higher when the dog is in action.

    Neck:

    It is strong, pretty short; the double chin is poorly developed.

    Body:

    The length of the body, from the tip of the shoulder, to the tip of the gluteus, is slightly higher than the height at the withers. The height of the sternum to the ground is almost equal to half the height at the withers, but never inferior.

    • top line: It is very firm.
    • Cross: It is wide.
    • Back: Good length, solid.
    • Pork loin: Medium length.
    • Rump: Slightly oblique; the haunches are quite outgoing.
    • Flank: It is little inclined.
    • Breast : It is not very inclined, but wide and deep. Descends to elbow level, no further down. Its altitude is equal to or slightly less than the height at the withers. Ribs are slightly rounded.

    Tail:

    Descend at least to the tip of the hock. It is bushy and forms a pompadour. Low, during rest, preferably with the hooked end. When is the dog in action, it rises on the back taking a well-rounded shape and only the limb touches the back (The mountain people call it the "arroundera" wheel.).

    Tips

    PREVIOUS MEMBERS: They are strong and plumb.

    • Shoulder: They are fairly oblique.
    • Arms: Muscular, medium length.
    • forearms: Straight, strong and well covered with fringe hairs.
    • Carpi: The wrist is in the extension of the forearm.
    • Metacarpus: Slightly oblique.
    • Previous feet: They are not very long and compact, with slightly arched fingers.

    LATER MEMBERS: They have hairs that form longer and busier fringes than the forelimbs. Seen from behind, are perpendicular to the ground.

    • Thighs: They are well muscled, not very long and fairly oblique; ยซwell trainedยป.
    • Knees: They are moderately angled and lie on the axis of the body.
    • Legs: Strong, medium length.
    • Hock: Width, thin and medium layered.
    • Pies: They are little elongated, compact, with slightly arched fingers.
    • Spurs: The hindquarters have double, well-formed spurs. The forelimbs sometimes have single or double dewclaws.

    Movement:

    The movement of the Pyrenean Mountain Dog is powerful and loose, never weighed; it is broader than fast and it does not lack a certain elasticity and elegance. This dog's angulations allow for a steady gait.

    Mantle

    SKIN: Thick and flexible. Often shows pigmentation spots all over the body.

    Fur: It is very bushy, smooth, quite long and loose, pretty rough on the shoulders and back. Longer at the tail and around the neck, where it can be slightly wavy. Trouser hair, finer and woolier, it's very bushy. The inner face of hairs is also thick.

    Color: White or white with gray appearance spots (badger hair or dark bay), pale yellow or orange, in the head, the ears and the tail. Badger hair spots are the most appreciated.



    Size and weight:

    Height to the cross:

    • Males: 70 to 80 cm.,
    • females: 65 to 75 cm..

    A tolerance of 2 cm in of the set size, in copies that correspond perfectly to the type.



    Fouls:

    Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..

    General aspect: General appearance that gives the impression of heaviness, aspect without distinction. Thick dog, not very energetic, lymphatic.

    Head:

    • Too heavy, rectangular
    • Very wide skull, forehead bulge
    • Very marked or non-existent naso-frontal depression
    • Very drooping lips that form belfo
    • Insufficient truffle pigmentation, the edge of the eyelids and lips

    Eyes: Round, sunken or bulging. Too big or too small, close together or far apart. Third visible eyelid. Hard expression.

    Ears: Wide, long, bent, forming folds. They come back; set high.

    Neck: Delgado, a little long or otherwise very short, giving the impression that the head is sunk on the shoulders. Chin very pronounced.

    Body: Sunken or convex top line, inclined, swollen or sagging belly.

    Breast : Very broad or narrow front part of the chest. Flat ribs, or on the contrary, barrel shape.

    Tail: With little hair or incorrect implantation. Very short or very long, without pompadour, does not take the form of a wheel when in action or does it continuously, even during rest.

    Former members:

    • They deviate inward or outward.
    • Very open scapulo-humeral angle.

    Later members:

    • They deviate inward or outward.
    • Straight or excessively angled hock.
    • Pies: Long, plans.
    • Fur: Short or curled, silky, soft. Absence of an inner layer of hairs.

    FALTAS DESCALIFICANTES:

    • Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
    • Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..
    • Color: Colors other than those indicated in the standard.
    • Truffle: In another color that is not absolutely black.
    • Jaws: Upper or lower prognathism, or any malformation of the jaws.
    • Eyes: Different colored spots on the eyelids, raptor eyes.
    • Spurs: Absence of dewclaws, single or double spur atrophy in hindquarters.
    • Size: Outside the limits of the standard.


    N.B.:

    โ€ข Males must have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..
    โ€ข Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for parenting.

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Great Pyrenees, Patou, Montaรฑรฉs del Pirineo, Perro de Montaรฑa de los Pirineos, Can de Montaรฑa de os Perinรฉs, Chien des Pyrรฉnรฉes, Chien de Montagne des Pyrรฉnรฉes, Pyr, GP, PMD, Gentle Giant (English).
    2. montagne des Pyrรฉnรฉes, pastou, patou (French).
    3. Chien de Montagne des Pyrรฉnรฉes, Patou (German).
    4. Chien de Montagne des Pirรฉnรฉes (Portuguese).
    5. Gran Pirineo, Chien des Pyrรฉnรฉes, Chien de Montagne des Pyrรฉnรฉes, Gigante de los Pirineos, Gran Pirineu, Muntanya dels Pirineus, Patou (espaรฑol).

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    Estrela Mountain Dog
    Portugal FCI 173 - Molossoid . Mountain

    Origin: Portugal
    Character: Protective and loyal
    Weight: Approx.. 50Kg
    Height: 65 to 72 cm.
    Life expectancy: 10 - 12 years

    Estrela Mountain Dog

    The Estrela Mountain Dog is a big dog, rough lines and powerful appearance

    Content

    History

    The Dog of the Sierra de la Estrela (Cรฃo da Serra da Estrela) It is a breed of dog native of Portugal, in the mountainous region that bears the same name. It has all the qualities required in this wild region, is intelligent, loyal and brave.

    There are those who hold the theory that they were introduced to Portugal by the Visigoths and slowly to various parts of Europe.. The Estrela Mountain Dog was used mainly- in mountainous areas to accompany shepherds and flocks on their annual migrations, defending the wolves and thieves.

    It is believed that the two varieties of existing hair: short hair and Longhair, they are due to regional variations. Contrary to what might be expected, the warmest region, the region of Manteigas, is where you could find the long-haired dogs, While short hair varieties were most frequent in the North, in Gouveia e Seia. Crosses between these two varieties were frequent.

    In 1934 the standard of the breed was drafted, which was established according to its two varieties of layer. From this point, the cross between two varieties became undesirable. The publication of the rule in 1966 and the recognition of the breed by the FCI, have not brought more popularity to the breed. Over the years 60 and 70, the Portuguese emigrated looking for escape from the regime of poverty. The population of dogs Serra da Estrela declined drastically in that period, but the dedication of some breeders allowed the continuity of the breed.

    Today, the Estrela Mountain Dog is highly requested, especially the variety of long hair. While the variety of short hair was more numerous at the beginning of the last century, is the variety of long hair that stands out, especially for being more eye-catching, stylish, with a larger. This made the breeders will focus primarily on the variety of long hair. Today the short-haired variety is particularly vulnerable and rare..

    Physical characteristics

    The Estrela Mountain Dog is a big dog, rough lines and powerful appearance. The head is huge, rounded and with a stunning skull. It has oval eyes, very expressive, Smart and serene.
    The ears they are small and pendants, covered with a soft skin.

    mastiff-type molosoid, the Estrela Mountain Dog has a broad chest and a slightly drooping rump. The members are strong and muscular. The tail is long, thick and slightly droopy.

    There are two varieties of Estrela Mountain Dog: long hair and short hair. The hair is strong, thick, but not too rough. In some regions it is longer than others, especially in the queue, around the neck and back.

    Only allowed the tawny colors, Lupine and yellow, monochrome or marbled.

    Observations

    Estrela Mountain Dog is a healthy dog, due to the strong natural selection which was exposed. But, There are some diseases of large animals with a higher incidence in this breed. The Dysplasia is one of them, especially that of hip. Due to this trend, owners must use quality diets, not exercise too your dog when he is young, avoid the steep stairs, breaks and slippery floors.

    The variety of long hair they require more maintenance: brushed daily to untangle hair.
    The variety of short hair only needs weekly brushings. Bathing should only be administered, only, When cannot be avoided,Since the protective greasiness of the skin can be damaged by cleaning products.

    Character and skills

    The Estrela Mountain Dog has always been kept with the sheep, While pastor was away from his flock the dog developed an independent organization and this led to his character of excellent guard dog.

    It is also used for self defense and as a dog shot.

    The Estrela Mountain Dog, due to its isolation and difficult access, It has become the home of this breed of dog. His hard hair helps you survive the harsh winters of the region. Each race has its specific character developed throughout its existence, of their own history.

    This more or less independent nature makes this breed adapts well to modern times, where instead of caring won, waits for their owners to return from work at the end of the day. They have a lot of patience.

    The beauty of this dog, his intelligence and strength, are the characteristics that allow him to be in addition to an excellent guard, a good family dog and very tolerant with children.

    Habitat Estrela Mountain Dog

    The Estrela Mountain Dog it's a big dog with a big boost. So, an apartment in the city is not ideal for him. Fluctuations of time and temperature do not bother him much, so you prefer to spend the day outdoors. So, the ideal is a house with a large patio or garden where you can move freely. It also, does not want to do without his long walks. For many other canine sports, requiring reliable obedience, is however hardly suitable due to its obstinacy.

    Nutrition Estrela Mountain Dog

    The Estrela Mountain Dog requires a correspondingly large serving of food, which should also be considered when buying it. Proper dog feeding helps keep it healthy for a long time. Whether one wants to use dry or wet food is a matter of personal preference.. In particular, nutrition during growth, especially in large dogs, sets the course for later life.

    While puppies and adult dogs need enough energy, young dogs need an adapted diet, protein rich, to ensure that your muscles and skeleton grow evenly. If the young dog grows too fast on food that is too high in energy, there is a risk of permanent joint problems and malpositions. It also, It should be noted that all large breeds of dogs are at risk of stomach upset if the daily ration is administered at one time.. So, it is better and healthier to divide the food into at least two servings in the morning and at night and then give the animal a break for digestion.

    Education and care

    Due to the close connection of the Estrela Mountain Dog with humans and their good understanding, good conditions are created for purposeful education. But, the race's own head should not be underestimated. The Hound of the Sierra de la Estrela dog stubbornly reacts to too much hardness in training and the orders he considers meaningless. Therefore, the right key to a successful workout is patience, empathy and a consistent hand. During training special attention should be paid to the tendency to dominate, especially in males.

    Although this is rarely directed against humans, but mainly against other big dogs, can disturb harmonious interaction and, above all, The walking. Ideally, great importance should be given to socialization already in the breeder. You should also practice meeting other dogs as soon as possible after your dog has moved in.. You can learn that other dogs are an enrichment and not a danger and that dominant behavior is not tolerated. In a good dog school you will receive many tips when in doubt, which will facilitate the management of your Dog from the Sierra de la Estrela.

    A lot brushed in the change of coat

    The Estrela Mountain Dog has a dense coat with a lot of undercoat, that adapts to weather conditions. The change of coat is therefore strong in this breed. To facilitate this process for the animal and reduce the amount of dog hair at home, should be brushed sufficiently and correctly, especially during the period. Ideal for this purpose are the special brushes, they can comb the bottom layer. Outside the change of coat phase, brush once a week.. The rest of the preparation is limited to a minimum. Especially if the dog is outside and a lot in the meadows and forests, should be checked regularly for parasites. If required, claws must be shortened with claw pliers.

    Typical health and illnesses

    The Estrela Mountain Dog it is a very robust animal that does not have to fight with the typical diseases of the breed. But, being a very large breed, you may suffer from dysplasia of the hip joint. Breeders recognized by the FCI only use parents that are not affected by this disease for breeding purposes., which also greatly reduces the risk to offspring.

    Estrela Mountain Dog life expectancy

    As a healthy race, the Estrela Mountain Dog reaches an age of 10 to 12 years without difficulty and generally without many visits to the vet. Proper nutrition and parenting are the prerequisites for a long and healthy life.

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    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
    • Group :
    • Section : . .

    Federations:

    FCI โ“˜, AKC โ“˜, ANKC โ“˜, โ€‹KC โ“˜, NZKC โ“˜, UKC โ“˜ – The AKC does not have its own standard and instead is linked to the FCI

    FCI breed standard "Estrela Mountain Dog"

    Origin:
    Portugal

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    04.11.2008

    Use:

    Herd guard dog, surveillance and companion dog also used in shooting work.



    General appearance:

    The Sierra de la Estrela Dog is a mastiff type. There are two varieties of hair: long and short. Rustic, of much substance with a strong movement and stunning attitudes.

    The breed has a cheerful look, calm and expressive. Well proportioned, morphologically perfect, compact and rustic; The harmony of the whole is remarkable and demonstrates an ethnic purity of ancient races of the past.

    IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS :

    Medium long (long sub) tending to the middle line. Depth of chest is less than half of its height at the withers. The muzzle and the skull should be approximately the same length, If that is not the case, the skull should be slightly longer.



    Behavior / temperament:

    Inseparable companion of the pastor and faithful guardian of the herd protect against predators and thieves. Excellent dog guard farms and households, distrustful of strangers and typically docile towards its master.

    Head:

    Strong, voluminous. It is elongated and slightly convex profile view. Well positioned and provided to the body, the same as the relationship that keep the skull and facial, accentuate the harmony of the whole. Smooth skin over the skull and cheeks.

    Cranial region:
    • Skull: Well developed, rounded skull facial longitudinal top spindles slightly divergent. Convex profile, superciliary arches slightly developed with a slightly apparent frontal fold. No prominent occipital protrusion.
    • Depression links (Stop) : Slightly pronounced, located at a more or less equal distance between the end of the nose and the occipital Protuberance.

    facial region:

    • Truffle: Straight and aligned with the nasal bridge, well open Windows, big and black.
    • Snout: Elongate, slimming progressively towards the tip of the nose, but do not be sharpened. Almost straight nose cane, Although slightly hooked at the end.
    • Lips: Well developed but not thick, well bonded without tilting.  The mucous membranes of the mouth and palate, as well as the very pigmented black edge of the lips.
    • Jaws / Teeth: Well-defined mouth with well-developed jaws, full dentition with strong teeth, White and well implemented and good occlusion. Preferably bite in scissors, accepting bite on clamp.

    Eyes: Horizontal, oval-shaped, at the level of the head; are medium-sized, aimed at small, symmetrical and wide open, with a calm and alert expression; Dark amber in colour preference. The eyelids are well bonded and pigmented black edges. A little marked eyebrows.

    Ears: Small relative to the rest of the skull, form triangular, thin, rounded at their lower edge, pendants; inserted at a medium height, is tilted back slightly and hang to the sides of the head near the cheeks, revealing a part of your inner side in the base (called Pink ear).

    Neck:

    Straight, short and thick, correctly inserted on the shoulders and with a slight dewlap but not exaggerated.

    Body:

    • top line: Straight. Level.
    • Back: Short preferably, well muscled.
    • Pork loin: Lumbar region wide, short, muscular and properly inserted to the rump.
    • Rump: Slightly inclined, short, broad and muscled. The height at the Croup should be equal to or slightly greater than the height at the withers.
    • Breast : Rounded, without being cylindrical, broad, long and well descended.
    • bottom line: The bottom line should gradually and gently rise from the sternum to the groin, not too wide belly, in proportion to the substance of the animal and harmoniously connected with the body.

    Tail:

    Robust, long, whose tip reaches the tibio-tarsal joint when the dog is standing or at rest. It is thick in the shape of a ยซ scimitar ยป, inserted at a medium height, well covered with stripes on the variety of long hair and hair ; is a hook at the end. The tail is carried below the horizontal line and falls naturally between the thighs when the dog is at rest. ; When stimulated or in action, it is carried higher than the horizontal line, forming an upward curvature., Go ahead, to the sides or down.

    Tips

    PREVIOUS MEMBERS: Plumb, with bones and joints strong, fairly open with unrestricted movement angles.

    • Forearm:  Straight, parallel, long, with strong bone and always cylindrical in shape.
    • Previous foot: Provided, never too round or too long, I in between a Jack's foot and a foot of Hare (not open), thick, fingers tightened with abundant hair between fingers, dark nails, preferably black, well developed, pads thick and hard.

    LATER MEMBERS : Plumb, with bones and joints strong, fairly open with unrestricted movement angles.

    • Hock: Somewhat low, average opening, never leaning in or out.
    • Metatarsus: Vertical, always cylindrical in shape. Possible presence of single or double spur.
    • Rear foot: Identical to the previous foot.

    Movement:

    Normal and light.

    Mantle

    HAIR: Fur: Strong, very abundant, slightly thick, without excessive hardness with texture similar to the goat hair. The subhair is composed of a thin hair, short, abundant and matted. Usually lighter than outer hair color.

    • Long hair variety: Exterior smooth or slightly wavy hair, I uneven and some areas. In the Member, Below the elbows and legs it is shorter and thicker, as well as above the head., ears is gradually shorter from base to tip, being more thin and more soft. It is longest on the queue, where is well thick, thick and long hair. Around the neck and throat and on the thighs abundant long hair as well as on the sides of the forearm.
    • Variety short hair: Short hair, evenly distributed over the body, somewhat shorter on the head and members without having hair longer.

    COLOR

    The following colors are accepted and considered typical:

    •  Solid: yellow, Fawn and grey in all ranges of intensity of color;
    •  Wolf Gray: leonado, yellow and grey tones, usually with shaders more light and dark.
    • Striped: leonado, yellow or gray as a base with a black Brindle color.

    In the craniofacial area a dark mask is typical.

    White spots are allowed only on the limbs or feet before and after and a very small extension on the lower region of the neck and chest.



    Size and weight:

    • Males : 65 to 73 cm..
    • females : 62 to 69 cm..

    Tolerance + 2 cm..

    WEIGHT :

    • Males: 45 โ€“ 60 Kg.
    • females: 35 โ€“ 45 Kg.


    Fouls:

    Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..

    • Appearance: Poor overall appearance, thinness or obesity.
    • Height: Outside the limits of the standard but with a tolerance of 2 cm.. of the upper limit.
    • Very narrow head, long and pointed.
    • Eyes: color clear.
    • Ears: incorrectly inserted, very long fleshy or round. Hanging completely flat.
    • Tail: Port on the back. Absence of hook.
    • Color: Absence of dark mask.

     SEVERE FAULTS

    • Behavior: Animals that show signs of shyness or nervousness.
    • Tail: Amputated or rudimentary.
    • Truffle: Pale nostrils, Truffle partially nonpigmented.
    • Ears: Amputee.
    • Fur: Other than described above.
    • Height:
    • Males :  Below the 65 cm.. or above 75 cm..
    • females: Below the 62 cm.. or above 71 cm..

    MISS PLAYOFFS

    • Behavior:  Aggressive or too shy.
    • Typicity: Atypical.
    • Head: Too narrow, very long and very sharp, total absence of molosser type.
    • Jaws: Prognathism or enognatismo.
    • Eyes: Eyes of different colour or different size.
    • Tail: Anurismo.
    • Fur: Completely different hair than typical.
    • Color:  Any other color not mentioned in the standard. albinism.

    Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified.



    N.B.:

    โ€ข Males must have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..
    โ€ข Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for parenting.

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Portuguese Shepherd (English).
    2. Chien de montagne portugais (French).
    3. Serra da Estrela Berghund (German).
    4. Perro de la sierra de la Estrela (Portuguese).
    5. Perro de la Sierra de la Estrela (espaรฑol).

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    Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog Sharplanina
    Yugoslavia FCI 41 - Molossoid . Mountain

    Origin: Macedonia, Serbia, Montenegro
    Character: Protector and guardian
    Weight: 55 - 70 kg
    Height: 54 - 62 cm.
    Life expectancy: 11 - 13 years

    Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog Sharplanina

    The Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog Sharplanina is a brave dog, quiet, safe and reserved with strangers.

    Content

    History

    As it is the case with many breeds, the true origins of this big guy are unknown, although there are theories that try to approach them. Some authors raised that their ancestors were the ancient molossians, especially dogs from Greece and livestock guarding dogs from Turkey.

    Other authors believe that the Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog Sharplanina, drift of Asian dogs that arrived in Europe accompanied by migration of peoples who were engaged in raising them. This theory is the most widely accepted today..

    The race was initially recognized by the Federation Cynologique Internationale (FCI) in 1939 under the name Illyrian Shepherd Dog, demonstrating the ancient name of the native region of these dogs.

    In 1957, at the request of the Yugoslav Canine Federation (JKS), the FCI changed the name to Yugoslav Shepherd Dog–Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog Sharplanina, because it is in the ล ar Mountains (ล ar Planina in South Slavic languages, is a mountain range located on the southern border of Serbia in the province of Kosovo and in the northwestern part of the Republic of Macedonia), where is concentrated the largest number of specimens of the breed.

    If there is something indisputable it is that the Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog Sharplanina, lives since ancient times in the mountainous regions of the former Yugoslavia, from where it has spread throughout the Balkan Peninsula and recently, beyond these borders.

    Escudo de DragasThe image of the Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog Sharplanina appears on the obverse of the coin 1 Denar, issued in the Republic of Macedonia in the year 1993, and is also the emblematic protagonist of the Dragaลก shield, a city in the South of Kosovo, which is located in the region of the ล ar Mountains.

    The Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog Sharplanina has reached the ranches of North America as an esteemed sheepdog and cattle guardian. Predator problems have been greatly diminished once a Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog Sharplanina , takes the responsibility of a herd. You are one of the few dogs that can chase away a wolf or bear.

    Physical characteristics

    The Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog Sharplanina, is a large size dog, It is quite above average when it comes to large breeds. It is also robust and equipped with a strong Constitution.

    The height males average is of 56 to 62 cm and females is of 54 to 58 cm.. The length of the body is slightly greater than the height at the withers.

    Although some authors speak of the existence of individuals whose actions were between 75 and 85 cm. of height and a weight of 65 to 100 kg.

    – The huge head is proportional to the body, It has the skull slightly convex and slightly longer than the muzzle.
    – The eyes of the Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog Sharplanina they are almond-shaped and chestnut-colored (light or dark), transmit an expression of serenity but the look is penetrating.
    – The ears they are medium-sized, flat and hang on the cheeks.
    – The tail It is long and Sabre-shaped, if it is in a state of alert, it carries it high, barely exceeding the line of the back.
    – The fur It is long in some parts of the body and short in others. In the head, the ears and the anterior part of the extremities, is short. The length of the neck, the body and the back of the limbs and tail, is long.
    – Regard to the the fur color, all uniform colors are supported but it is preferable to be gray iron and gray very dark. As well, at the top of the head, the neck and the trunk have darker hair.

    Character and skills

    The Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog Sharplanina it is silent, active and very protective, extremely bright, but very independent. It is an extremely good watchdog, and very reserved with strangers. The Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog Sharplanina they are calm sheepdogs, very smart, which is why, wisely, they choose their friends, trust no one too fast. They are naturally fearless defenders of the pack, as well as his master and his property, so everything he considers his property is jealously and unconditionally guarded. This is a dog with character and very dominant that requires work.. If we just want this dog to be a companion, constant professional education from an early age is essential.

    The animals that live with him on the farm will be under his protection and there is no need to fear for them.. But, does not tolerate strange and unknown animals, often aggressive, and the same problems can happen with smaller pets, that can be seen as prey.

    She will get along well with the children she will be together with from an early age, will be devoted and protective of them, and you may consider children you don't know as uninvited guests, so we must be very careful. You must be especially careful with younger children, since he will watch over them all the time due to the shepherd's instinct, but if the children want to get away, will drag them back, so you can injure them without realizing it.

    Observations

    Similar to the Caucasian Shepherd Dog –that is very much– has a temperament more characteristic of a guard dog than a herd dog.

    Let us not forget that this agility, He was selected to defend the herds of the attack of wolves that were previously very numerous in their homeland.
    It is necessary that the owner of this dog is a person responsible and very conscious of the copy that is in charge of, the Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog Sharplanina, It has a specially developed and powerful teeth, It can be a real danger if the dog is not given a correct and healthy education.

    Education "Chaplanina pastor dog"

    This is not a suitable dog for beginners. He is very suspicious and incorruptible. Usually, is completely loyal to a single owner. Education must be clear, consistent and should be carried out from the first meeting with the puppy. Early socialization is mandatory. With an inadequate education, this dog can become uncontrollable, very aggressive, dangerous even to the owner.

    Required activity

    These dogs really need a lot of exercise. If the dog goes to work on a farm, will meet your daily career needs while working, otherwise, need a longer walk or daily run.

    Suitable environment

    This is a dog suitable exclusively for outdoor life. You will feel better on a farm or in a larger rural fenced yard because you will be able to run freely and perform your primary role as a sheepdog..

    Care "Chaplanina Pastor Dog"

    Your care is not too demanding. Thick hair just needs brushing once in a while, once a week will be enough, except when you change your coat that more frequent brushing is recommended. As with other dogs, this breed also needs to clean their ears, eyes and shorten their claws.

    Health "Chaplanina pastor dog"

    No known genetic health problems, it is considered a relatively healthy breed. As with other large breeds, hip dysplasia can occur in this breed.

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    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
    • Group :
    • Section : . .

    Federations:

    • – FCI – Pinscher and Schnauzer-Molossoid type dogs – Swiss Mountain Dogs and Cattledogs. Section 2.2 Molossoid, mountain type. โ“˜
    • – CKC – Miscellaneous list โ“˜
    • – UKC – Watchdog โ“˜

    FCI breed standard "Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog Sharplanina"

    Origin:
    Macedonia, Serbia, Montenegro

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    24/11/1970

    Use:

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    General appearance:

    to) It is robust, of strong Constitution, well proportioned.
    Its size is above normal. Is covered in long hair, dense and quite thick, giving your body a more collected look. companies, possesses a calm temperament and good character: knows how to be a good defender without attacking. He is faithful to his master and incorruptible.

    b) Height to the cross: In the male, the average is 62 cm., and in the female it is 58 cm.. Large dogs are preferred.
    The dogs below 56 cm and bitches below 54 cm are excluded from reproduction. In working dogs the weight is 35 to 45 kg in males and 30 to 40 kg in females.

    c) body length: It is slightly greater than the height at the withers: of 8 to 10% from height to withers in dogs, and 10 to 12% in
    the bitches.



    Behavior / temperament:

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    Head:

    Is provided to the body and measures about 25 cm., or a 40% the height at the withers. The skull is slightly longer than the muzzle, 58 and 42% respectively of the total length of the head. The female has a little longer snout (57 and 43%). The top of the skull is slightly convex and the profile of the nasal helm is straight. The lines of both profiles are convergent.

    Cranial region:
    • Skull: The cranial region is wide, with a medium marked Groove. Seen from side and from above is slightly convex and little bulky.
    • Depression links (stop) : It is little pronounced.

    facial region:

    • Snout: It is shorter than the skull. Wide and deep at the base, light and gradually are reduced. The nasal helm is straight and wide. The profile of the lower jaw begins with an arch and is confirmed by a straight line that diverges from the profile of the nasal bridge..
    • Truffle: Is wide and black.
    • Lips: They are moderately thick and stretched. The upper lip slightly exceeds the lower. The corners are well connected, and they are not never reversed.
    • Teeth: They are comprehensive and applied in scissor bite.
    • Eyes: Almond biscuits; or large, or sunk. Are dark or light brown, and calm expression, but penetrating and never afraid. Both the eyelids and visible mucous membranes are black.
    • Ears: Located at the level of the prolongation of an imaginary line that starts from the tip of the nose and passes through the inner corner of the corresponding eye, or below. They are hanging and fall glued along the cheeks. They are V-shaped and medium in length.; When stretched them slightly arriving to the inner corner of the eye. They are covered with short dense pile.

    Neck:

    The upper profile is slightly convex or straight at the top of the neck. The lower profile is straight. The neck is of medium length, but due to the long and bushy hair seems shorter. It is wide, deep and muscular, well attached to the head and body, no sharp demarcation. It is slightly elevated in relation to the dorsal line. Your skin is stretched and does not double chin. The hair is dense, long and rough, and arriving at the head it forms a sort of well marked necklace, which apparently increases the breadth and depth of this part of the head.

    Body:

    As a whole, the top line is horizontal, or slightly inclined starting from the cross to the rump. In dogs bred in the mountain, be tolerated that the height of the rump is just greater than the height at the withers, Although this is not desirable. The body is slightly longer than the height at the withers.

    • Cross: Slightly marked and wide. It is strongly attached to the neck and the demarcation is inconspicuous.
    • Back: Straight and wide; is not too long.
    • Pork loin: The lumbar region is shorter than, wide and well muscled.
    • Rump: Is medium length, oblique, wide and well muscled.
    • Breast : The chest is deep and medium length; along with the bottom edge reaches the elbow. The ribs are slightly arched. The chest is wide and muscled. Chest girth should be at least 20% greater than the height at the withers.
    • Belly: Built and muscular. Lower profile line rises slightly from front to back. The legs are fairly short. The depression of the rump is marked.
    • Tail: It is long and at least reaches the tip of the Hock. The top margin of the rump, that it does not have a sharp demarcation, extends to the margin of the tail. This is large at the base and gradually reduces towards its end. The hair of the tail is dense and its bottom edge is longer, forming bangs. The oxtail Sabre-shaped and when the dog is moving is raised. When the dog is in motion, the tail may be above the line of the back..

    Tail:

    It is long and reaches at least to the point of the hock. The top line of the croup, that it does not have a sharp demarcation, extends to the margin of the tail. This is large at the base and gradually reduces towards its extremity.. The hair on the tail is bushy and longer on its lower edge., forming bangs. The tail is shaped like a saber and when the dog is in motion it appears raised. When is the dog moving, tail can be found above backline.

    Tips

    Seen as a whole are well shaved and commensurate with the body. The height of the tip of the elbow is a 55% the height at the withers. The different parts of the limbs are in proportion to each other and to the rest of the body..

    • Shoulder: It is sufficiently long and wide and is well attached to the body. It is slightly oblique and forms an angle of 65ยฐ with the horizontal line..
    • Arm: It is more oblique than shoulder, forming an angle of 55ยฐ with the horizontal line. The angle of the elbow (humeral-radial angle), is 145ยฐ. The elbow is wide, It is well located and very little separated ribs.
    • Forearm: Is vertical, of bones, and well-developed musculature. It is long, and his back is covered with long hairs that are fringe.
    • Carpo: Width, thickness and presents a slight demarcation.
    • Metacarpus: It is wide, strong and slightly oblique.
    • Pies: Strong, oval-shaped, with fingers arched and well together. The nails are black and solid. Digital pads and Plantar are firm, though flexible. Are black or a dark pigmentation.

    HINDQUARTERS: Seen from the back, the position of the hind legs is uniform and slightly larger than the forelimbs. In profile, is also uniform, with the angles of the joints sufficiently closed.

    • Thigh: Muscled, strong and rounded. It is oblique, forming with the horizontal line an angle similar to that of the shoulder. The angle of the knee (stifle-tibial angle) It is a little more open than the scapular-humeral angle (around 125ยฐ). The knee is solid and wide.
    • Leg: It is oblique, strong, with a long enough musculature and well-marked bangs.
    • Hock: Wide and fairly open (an angle of about 130ยฐ).
    • Metatarsus: It is a bit less oblique to the Metacarpus. Rarely presents Spurs, But if this is low, they should be disposed.

    Movement:

    The step is long and agile. Preferred movement is the trot, high strides and medium length. During the Gallop motion is somewhat heavy, but long jumps well covering the field.

    Mantle

    SKIN: Is of medium thickness; elastic and well stretched on different parts of the body. There is no presence of dewlap. All visible mucous membranes are black, or a dark pigmentation.

    Fur: The head, the ears and the outer parts of the limbs are covered with short hairs. The neck, the body, later parts of the limbs and tail are covered with long hairs almost stretched and slightly thick. The inner layer of hair presents a short hair, finest, very thick and abundant. Dl hair is in the cross the length of 10 to 12 cm.; cannot be shorter than for 7 cm..

    Color: This is a dog of a single color. All the shades of colors are supported, from white, until dark brown, almost black. The most valued colors are greenish gray (grey iron), the dark grey. Piebald fur or white spots are not allowed. Pigmented dogs allow small white markings on the chest region and fingers, Although this is not desirable. The background color is more pronounced on the upper parts of the head in all pigmented dogs, the neck and trunk.

    On the lower parts of the body, There is a degradation of color, and the color is lighter in the lower parts of the extremities, arriving at the gray beige or dirty. In no case should these degradations appear well delimited, imparting a light marking or piebald appearance.



    Size and weight:

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    Fouls:

    Any deviation from the above mentioned criteria is considered an absence and severity of this refers to the degree of deviation to the standard and its impact on the health and welfare of the dog.

    MINOR FAULTS

    • Insufficient breadth of the cranial region, and the slightly longer snout.
    • well developed jaws.
    • Length and depth of chest insufficient.
    • Too flat ribs, or too arched.
    • Pronounced aplomb defects.
    • A bit shorter hair, as long as the fringes are clearly visible.
    • White markings on the chest region and feet.
    • A slight reduction of the tail.
    • The foot of Hare, as well as other minor physical offenses.

    SERIOUS FAULTS

    • Too long snout, or too sharp.
    • High set ears, or they deviate from the head (they are not enough stuck to the cheeks).
    • Bite in the form of iron.
    • Sunken back.
    • Tail that falls to the side.
    • Lymphatic Constitution, as well as other serious physical offenses.

    MISS PLAYOFFS

    • Aggressive or fearful dog.
    • Absence of premolars.
    • A difference marked between body length and the height at the withers.
    • Insufficient Withers height.
    • The lower hair length to 7 cm..
    • Large white markings (piebald fur), stripes (atigrados), depigmentation of the visible mucous membranes and eyes.
    • Signs of degeneration (braquignatismo or prognathism, short birth tail, or lack thereof, too depressed back, and other signs of degeneration.
    • Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..


    N.B.:

    โ€ข Males must have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..
    โ€ข Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for parenting.

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Illyrian Shepherd Dog, ล arplaninac (English).
    2. berger yougoslave, charplanina, charplaninatz berger albanais, sarplaninac (French).
    3. ล arplaninac, Jugoslovenski Ovฤarski Pas โ€“ ล arplaninac, Jugoslawischer Hirtenhund โ€“ ล arplaninac, Illyrischer Schรคferhund (German).
    4. ล arplaninac, Charplaninatz, Sarplaninac (Portuguese).
    5. Charplaninatz, Perro ovejero ilirio, Perro pastor ilirio, Perro montaรฑรฉs de Serbia, Perro pastor de Serbia, Perro montaรฑรฉs macedonio, Perro pastor macedonio, ล ar Planinac (o ล ar Planinec), Perro pastor yugoslavo, Perro montaรฑรฉs yugoslavo (espaรฑol).

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    Karst Shepherd
    Eslovenia FCI 278 - Molossoid . Mountain

    Origin: Slovenia
    Character: Brave and vigilant
    Weight: 25 - 42 kg
    Height: 54 - 63 cm.
    Life expectancy: 10 - 12 years

    Karst Shepherd

    The Karst Shepherd a typical guard dog. Acts largely independently, which is also essential for the protection of the herd.

    Content

    History

    The Karst Shepherd It is a breed that has existed for several centuries and belongs to the group of molosoids. Probably, This dog followed the Illyrian tribe in their migration through Styria and the Dalmatian islands and settled in the Slovenian region of the Karst Massif.. The first time that race is referred to in writing is in 1689, in the book of Baron Janez Vajkart Valvasor entitled ยซ The glory of the duchy of Carniole ยป. The breed and its standard were officially recognized on 2 in June of 1939 with the name of " Iliria Shepherd ยป during the general assembly of the F.C.I. in stockholm. During the F.C.I general assembly. in Bled-Slovenia in 1948, the standard was completed and the breed recognized again. But, to 16 in March of 1968, the Iliria Shepherd from the Karst massif, bore the same name as the Shepherd of the Sarplanina massif. In front of two shepherd dogs with the same name, the Yugoslav Central Society decided to name the one from the Karst region "Shepherd of the Karst Massif" and the other " Sarplaninac ยป. Since then, these two races are totally independent.

    Physical characteristics

    Externally, the Karst Shepherd they are hardly distinguishable from those of Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog Sharplanina. They are on average slightly smaller than their relatives who live further south, but the height at the withers accepted for breeding is the same for both breeds.

    It is a dog's size medium, harmoniously built, robust, with well-developed muscles and a strong constitution.

    The head is big, with powerful teeth. The eyes are almendrados, brown or almost black. The ears are set moderately high and fall flat in a "V" shape.. The tail, wide at the base, takes the form of a saber, drawing a light hook with the tip should reach the hock.
    Fur: quite long, reaches the 14 cm.; the undercoat is well developed.

    • Color: grey iron. A dark shade is preferable on the cross; towards the abdomen and feet the color changes without visible transition to light gray or even sand color, with a dark gray band across the lower extremities. The dark mask on the head surrounded by beige gray hair.
    • Size: males, of 57 to 63 cm. (ideal 60 cm.); females, of 54 to 60 cm. (ideal 57 cm.).

    Character and skills

    The Karst Shepherd he is a typical watchdog. Acts largely independently, which is also essential for the protection of the herd. It is very territorial, brave and vigilant, but without biting. He is distrustful and even hostile to strangers, but a loyal and devoted companion of his master and his family.

    The born Guardian needs early and careful socialization and loving but consistent education. He only submits to clear leadership.
    Like all guard dogs, the Karst Shepherd is late development, reaches mental maturity only at 3-4 years.

    He loves country life and being outdoors. Its ideal habitat is a house with a large parcel of land that it can monitor. With a close family relationship and a task that fits your natural waking instinct. The Karst Shepherd he is a nice companion dog, kind and also obedient, but he will never completely detach himself from his strong independence.

    Overall Karst Shepherd It:

    • Incorruptible guard in the house
    • Does not get along with other dogs.
    • Patient, but still affectionate
    • Forgiving with children

    Karst Shepherd Education and Maintenance

    Only conditionally suitable for the city.
    Outside the mountainous regions of Slovenia, these dogs are very rarely found. This is because, on the one hand, to his great need to move and, on the other hand, to the high demands of their education. The Karst Shepherd are more individual than other sheepdog breeds, as they are often left to their own devices in their โ€œnatural habitatโ€ and protect flocks independently. An experienced owner with a lot of patience and a sense of mind for your dog will have little trouble educating his Karst Shepherd towards an obedient and calm companion.

    Karst Shepherd Health

    The Karst Shepherd it's quite healthy for a sheepdog, but suffers from some typical problems of the breed. On average, they reach an age of 10 to 12 years and therefore become significantly older than most German shepherds. The Karst Shepherd, living in a family environment, they are less susceptible to disease than animals that have to sleep in kennels and are permanently exposed to the weather. Boredom is also a stressor and affects the mind and health of dogs..

    Its claws must be shortened regularly.
    They have sensitive ears that swell quickly.
    Very long-growing dogs suffer more often from so-called dachshund paralysis (intervertebral disc disorders).
    Dysplasia of the elbow and hip joints are also more common in these dogs..

    Buy a Karst Shepherd

    Several breeders of the Karst Shepherd they are members of the Dog Club of Southern and Eastern Europe.
    Some Slovenian breeders offer their dogs for export.
    Pay attention to good breeding conditions!!
    Like the Karst Shepherd they are very rare outside of Slovenia, you will hardly be able to visit the breeder before buying. If you have the possibility, Combine buying a puppy with a multi-week vacation in Slovenia. If your puppy already knows you, you will feel much less stress during the transfer and during the first adaptation phase. You can also check the conservation conditions during a visit to the breeder.

    Characteristics "Karst Shepherd"

    Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Karst Shepherd" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
    • Group :
    • Section : . .

    Federations:

    • – FCI – Pinscher and Schnauzer-Molossoid type dogs – Swiss Mountain Dogs and Cattledogs. Section 2.2 Molossoid, mountain type. โ“˜
    • – UKC – Watchdog โ“˜

    FCI breed standard "Karst Shepherd"

    Origin:
    Slovenia

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    26.06.2000

    Use:

    The Shepherd of the Karst massif is a shepherd dog par excellence and a good guardian. In the news, increasingly used as a guard and defense dog. Although it is true that in recent times it is mainly a family dog, It does not stop being, in essence, a perfect shepherd dog.



    General appearance:

    This is a medium-sized dog, harmonious, robust, endowed with well-developed muscles and a strong constitution. The tail and ears are droopy. The hair, steel gray, it is long and abundant.

    IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS:

    • Trunk length: height at the withers = 9 : 8 at least. A little longer in females.
    • Skull a little longer (13 to 14 cm.) that the muzzle (11 to 12 cm.).
    • Skull width (13 to 14 cm.) equal to its length.


    Behavior / temperament:

    Of good character, is brave and courageous without being too aggressive. It is dedicated to its master and moderately energetic temperament. Good incorruptible guardian, be wary of strangers. He is a pleasant and obedient companion dog., although it always retains a strong individuality.

    Head:

    Nice looking, although proportionally large relative to the body; it should not be fine, in tosca. The upper profiles of the skull and nasal canal are slightly convergent.. View from the top, it is wide in the region of the ears and decreases towards the region of the nose. Profile view, it is tall and rounded. Head length, from the occipital protuberance to the tip of the nose, is of 24 to 26 cm.. The skull is slightly longer than the muzzle.

    Cranial region:
    • Skull: Pretty developed, muscular, delgado. Since its profile is slightly convex, seen from all sides it is rounded. The amplitude of the skull in the region of the ears is equal to its length. Zygomatic arcades are not accented, the front groove is moderate, the median ridge is slightly convex, without accentuating the occiput.
    • Depression links (Stop): It is a little marked, no sharp transition.

    facial region:

    • Truffle: Black. Wide, well developed, slightly exceeds the front line.
    • Snout: Medium length. Width and height at its base, progressively decreases towards the nose area. The nasal helm is straight and wide.
    • Lips: They are thick, stretched, tight, without forming bags. They are black.
    • Jaws / Teeth: Teething is complete. Teeth are strong, especially the incisors. The bite is scissor-shaped.
    • Cheeks: laterally, they are somewhat bulky; they are plump, but not too developed, molding a fairly flat face.
    • Eyes: They are presented a little apart, no bumps, nor sunk in the orbits. Almond shaped. Its color ranges from light brown to dark brown. They are frank in expression, calm and firm, almost melancholic, because of the black color of the eyelids.
    • Ears: Moderately high implantation, its length is medium and its extremity extends to the outer corner of the eye. They fall along the cheeks in a "V" shape and the front edges are folded outwards..

    Neck:

    Width, thick, good muscular, oval cross section. The upper profile is rectilinear or slightly arched; the lower profile is rectilinear. Medium length (a few 25 cm.), it is deeply embedded between the shoulders and attached to the head by strong musculature. The skin is thick, well attached to the body, no dewlap. The coat is abundant with long hairs that form a very thick collar and mane, which makes the neck look beefier and shorter than it actually is. The bearing is haughty and slightly raised.

    Body:

    • General appearance: It is well developed, medium length. The thoracic cavity is long.
    • top line: It is straight, horizontal or slightly oblique.
    • Cross: Long, not very high, of adequate width and well applied to the body.
    • Back: Straight, muscular and broad. Medium length.
    • Pork loin: The lumbar region is a little short, very muscular and broad. Rump: Medium length, broad and well muscled. The tail is slightly inclined at the birth.
    • Breast : It is well developed, bulky in length and breadth; the ribs are wide, flat and moderately arched. The front of the chest is well developed and the tip of the sternum is quite rounded. With a length of 25 to 28 cm., its circumference is 70 to 78 cm..
    • Bottom line and belly: The belly is slightly raised and tucked up, hard. The flanks are short, moderately shortened.

    Tail:

    It is solidly attached to the body; it is wide at its base. In its normal position, it is shaped like a saber and the extremity often traces a light hook. Medium length, must reach at least to the hock. It has abundant fur, with long hairs, but without forming a plume. When the dog is alert or on the move, the tail rises to or slightly above the back region. When the dog is at rest, the tail comes down.

    Tips

    PREVIOUS MEMBERS:

    • General appearance: They are straight when viewed from the front or in profile. In all its parts they unite very harmoniously with each other.
    • Shoulder: The shoulder blade is of medium length, width, oblique, well muscled and firmly attached to the body. The scapular angle- humeral is close to the right angle.
    • Arms: Relatively long, more oblique than the shoulder blade, endowed with strong musculature. They are well applied to the body.
    • Elbows: The humeral-radial angle is not very open. Well applied to the body, the elbows must be at least at the level of the sternum.
    • forearms: Of adequate length, straight. Bones and muscles are strong.
    • Carpi: Strong, well applied to the forearm as well as the metacarpus. Metacarpus: Widths, medium length, slightly oblique.
    • Previous feet: Of well proportioned dimensions to the trunk, its shape goes from oval to round. Fingers are well together and arched, nails are darkly pigmented. Central bearing and digital tubers are strong, black or darkly pigmented.

    LATER MEMBERS:

    • General appearance: From behind, they are well proportioned and harmonize with the other parts of the body. Profile views, the angulations are closed enough.
    • Thighs: In the coxofemoral angle it is closed; thighs are long, widths, well muscled and solid.
    • Knee: Femoro-tibial angle slightly open, shapely knees. The kneecap is solid.
    • Legs: They are moderately long, inclined, robust. Hocks: Solid and moderately open.
    • Metatarsals: Massifs, short and straight. In the event that spurs appear, these must be removed.
    • Hind feet: With the same characteristics as the front feet.

    Movement:

    Harmonious, elastic, well coordinated steps. The favorite and most elegant movement is the trot. Galloping with long strides is less elegant

    Mantle

    SKIN: It's thick, compact, elastic, adheres well to the body and has no wrinkles; dark pigmentation; black pigmented lip and eyelid edge.

    • Fur: Well bushy, long, smooth; the inner layer of hairs is abundant. The head, the front edge of the ears and the front of the limbs are covered by short hair. The back edge of the ears features longer, softer hair. The upper part of the neck is covered by long hair, stretched and abundant that forms a mane. On the bottom, the hair is longer and softer, forming a collar that widens in the ligament of the neck. The trunk and belly have longer hair that becomes less hard on the belly. The tail, is usually bushy, but it doesn't form a plume. On the posterior aspect of the forelimbs, long soft hair forms bangs. On the posterior aspect of the posterior extremities, The hair is still long and thick and forms pants.. The length of the outer layer of hairs is about 10 cm..
    • Color: Steel gray. Especially on the cross, a dark shade is preferred. Towards the belly and feet region, color changes without visible transition to light gray or sand color, with dark gray specks on the front of the limbs. The dark mask of the head is surrounded by light brown-gray hair.


    Size and weight:

    Height to the cross:

    • In males, is of 57 to 63 (ideal size, 60 cm.),
    • In females, is of 54 to 60 cm. (ideal size, 57 cm.).
    • A tolerance of 2 cm others, but this will have a negative effect on the overall appreciation of the dog.

    Weight: In the males of 30 to 42 kg, In the females of 25 to 37 kg.



    Fouls:

    Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..

    MINOR FAULTS

    • Small flaws in the general constitution.
    • Somewhat small head, close, long or not high enough.
    • Indefinite naso-frontal depression.
    • Pronounced zygomatic arches.
    • Too plump or too plump cheeks.
    • Underdeveloped jaws.
    • Loose lips.
    • Very high or very low implantation ears; not close enough to the cheeks.
    • Eyes too wide, too clear, little apart.
    • Chin presence.
    • Slightly sunken back, slightly protruding or drooping rump.
    • Narrow chest, low tilt or barrel-shaped.
    • Narrow chest.
    • Tail too short.
    • Slightly defective limbs, fingers apart, hare foot.
    • Wrinkled or lightly pigmented skin. Absence of wrinkles on the forehead.
    • Insufficient pigmentation of the lip edge, of the eyelids and nose.
    • Hair that is not long enough.
    • Small white mark on the front of the chest, absence of mask.

    SERIOUS FAULTS:

    • Serious offenses in the general constitution.
    • Square body silhouette.
    • Narrow head, too light or too coarse.
    • Very marked nasal-frontal depression.
    • Snout very pointed or very long.
    • Teeth: pincer bite, irregular alignment of incisors, lower canines that appear in front of the upper canines.
    • Clear eye.
    • erect ears.
    • Sunken back, rump visibly very raised.
    • Corkscrew or twisted tail.
    • The hind limbs are visibly separated when the dog walks.
    • Clumsy movement, especially in the hind limbs.
    • Soft and wavy hair.
    • Clear pigmentation of the mucosa, of the nose, and of the eyelids. White spot on the front of the greater chest of 2 cm wide and 10 cm length.

    FALTAS DESCALIFICANTES:

    • Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
    • Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..
    • Exaggerated disproportion between different parts of the body.
    • Size below the minimum authorized by the standard.
    • Head too large in relation to the body.
    • Incomplete teeth. Prognathism or enognatismo.
    • Visibly narrow or wide standing position (barrel-shaped).
    • Tail very short or stump.
    • Depigmentation of the mucosa, of the nose or eyelids.
    • Any color other than gray, which must be at least clear. Two-color or multi-colored copies.
    • Well marked boundary between shades of gray. White markings on the chest or on the neck greater than 2 cm wide or 10 cm long.


    N.B.:

    Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..

    Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for parenting.

    TRANSLATION: IRIS Carrillo (Federation Canรณfila de Puerto).

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. KARST SHEPHERD DOG, kraลกki ovฤar, kraลกevec (English).
    2. Kraski Ovcar (French).
    3. Illyrischer Schรคferhund (German).
    4. Pastor da รstria (Portuguese).
    5. kraลกki ovฤar (espaรฑol).

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    Caucasian Shepherd Dog
    Rusia FCI 328 Molossoid . Mountain

    Origin: Russia, Armenia, Georgia, Azerbaijan
    Character: Reserved and protective
    Weight: 45 to 70 Kg
    Height: 64 to 75 cm.
    Life expectancy: 10 - 12 years

    The Caucasian Shepherd Dog It is a healthy animal and stable temperament.

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    Characteristics "Caucasian Shepherd Dog"

    Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Caucasian Shepherd Dog" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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    History ยซShepherd of the Caucasusยป

    One Caucasian Shepherd Dog it is a large and very strong sheepdog that is very widespread in Russia. In the official standard it is called Kavkazskaya ovฤarka. The Caucasian Shepherd Dog they spread over a huge area, which includes the territory of Russia as well as the former Soviet Union. Only in the polar areas you can hardly see. In his homeland., theCaucasian Shepherd Dog are, therefore, quite different in detail and different types have been developed. In the steppe areas this breed is lighter and taller, in mountainous regions heavier and more compact. But in type and character it is the same everywhere. This is the result of your work task, which was and is the only criterion for breeding there for many centuries. At the end, the same requirements resulted in the same dogs. Their tasks are to herd and protect the herds, monitor and protect property and its people. They are archaic dogs, they probably came into existence in this form with the introduction of animal husbandry in the first place, and that was a few 10.000 years.

    You can't fool a Caucasian Shepherd Dog. Has a clear understanding of their role. Typically, lies down in a high place next to his flock, to be able to observe everything around him. Her flock, their shepherds, his family and his properties are sacred to him. He is faithful and lovingly devoted to them. He is suspicious of everything else and does not hesitate to attack any sign that he interprets as hostile. It is extremely defensive and fearlessly opposes even wolves and bears. In this way it has protected the herds of cattle and the lonely properties of the shepherds, farmers, hostels, artisans and merchants from time immemorial. This extremely useful feature, even necessary for the functioning of such a society in the vast and lonely country, does not fit into today's tight and hectic society. There is hardly a piece of land large enough to provide the dog with Caucasian Shepherd Dog a workspace. He is used to other scales of the vastness of Russia.

    It also, the zeitgeist in today's world demonizes all forms of aggression emanating from a dog. While it only takes one or two generations, larger property owners were proud that their dog was reliable and, in case of emergency, acute, I would fearlessly chase away a thief, such a feature is potentially life-threatening for today's dog. It runs the risk of being classified as a "dangerous dog" and in extreme cases, euthanasia. This is not an environment for a Caucasian Shepherd Dog. And so you can find it almost everywhere on the lists of supposedly dangerous dogs. It is an archetype of dog to which man owes a lot in his development. As a dog breed it has been described for a long time and in the oldest specialized books on dogs. But, in modern pedigree dog breeding, it was only officially recognized by the FCI in August 1984.

    Physical characteristics ยซCaucasian Shepherdยป

    The Caucasian Shepherd Dog is a dog of harmonious structure, big and strong with plenty of bone and a powerful muscular system and a somewhat rectangular format. Well pronounced sexual dimorphism.
    Males are masculine with a well-developed cross and a larger head compared to that of females. This is why they are more massive, bigger and sometimes their body is shorter than that of the females.
    In dogs with a longer coat variety, the male has a distinguished mane.

    Size and weight:

    Height to the cross:

    • Males: Desired height 72 โ€“ 75 cm.. Minimum 68 cm..
    • females: Desired height 67 โ€“ 70 cm.. Minimum 64 cm..

    Higher heights are accepted as long as the conformation is harmonic.

    Weight:

    • Males: Minimum 50 Kg
    • females: Minimum 45 Kg.

    Character and skills ยซCaucasian Shepherdยป

    The Caucasian Shepherd Dog is a guardian and protector. The official standard classifies your character qualities unequivocally: "It must be strong, balanced and calm with a well-developed defensive reaction, which is actively expressed. Sharpness and distrust of strangers are typical.". And Caucasian Shepherd Dog is generally incompatible with other dogs! These traits, especially with a big and very strong dog that claims a large territory, are hardly compatible with the social conditions of today's world. It is a great experience to be able to form a close bond with a dog like this.. This also allows you to experience a completely different side of the dog than Caucasian Shepherd Dog, that of an extremely loving friend, loyal and affectionate. But, if one does not have the space and financial means to offer them in our latitudes an environment appropriate to their nature, this will hardly be possible.

    Fitness

    The Caucasian Shepherd Dog he is extremely undemanding in his attitude, if the general conditions already mentioned are ignored. One Caucasian Shepherd Dog does not need heating, toys or a harness on a leash. This breed is undemanding in its nutrition. That also applies to your accommodation.. You can spend the whole year outside without problems, if you want to spend the whole year abroad – as long as there is a suitable place to hide and "adequate" here definitely means neither a kennel nor even a chain.. Must be able to move in your territory. One Caucasian Shepherd Dog you accept, it even sensitively protects all the two- and four-legged friends it sees as belonging to its pack or family. But you need a clear boss. At first he is suspicious or even hostile towards everyone else.

    Close relationship and competent guidance is required to walk on this dog's leash., which is definitely always stronger, and then be able to seamlessly move on to an aggressively barking terrier. it's possible, but it requires serious upbringing, a good socialization and an experienced teacher or lover, competent and very sensitive and at the same time thorough. The Caucasian Shepherd Dog is widely on the dangerous dog lists. It is forbidden to travel to the Netherlands or Denmark, since there is a risk that the dog will be confiscated on the streets and euthanized. One Caucasian Shepherd Dog not much of a beginner dog. That would even be irresponsible. Even from the hand of an experienced connoisseur, it requires in any case the basic external conditions for an attitude appropriate to its nature.

    Education ยซCaucasian Shepherdยป

    Raising a Caucasian Shepherd Dog in today's social conditions it is a very special challenge, only proven experts can master with the right framework conditions.

    Care and health ยซCaucasian Shepherdยป

    The Caucasian Shepherd Dog it has a double layer composed of a bottom layer and a top layer. The inner layer is soft and fine, while the outer coat hairs are long and thick. (The coat of a Caucasian Shepherd Dog It should never feel smooth or appear wavy.) Regarding the length, the coat can be long, medium or short. Dogs with long fur have a mane that surrounds their necks, as well as extensive plumage on the hind legs and tail, that looks thick and fluffy. Dogs with medium length fur do not have as much mane, and they have fewer feathers on the rest of the body. A short coat, the least common type, has no mane or fringe. Twice a year, when you change your coat, you have to brush it well.

    Dogs of this breed enjoy very robust health.

    Nutrition / Food

    The Caucasian Shepherd Dog does not demand anything from your diet. Probably one of the dogs with less demands in this regard.

    The life expectancy of the โ€œCaucasian Shepherdโ€

    In relation to its size, a Caucasian Shepherd Dog has a very high life expectancy of 12 and sometimes more years.

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    The purchase of a Caucasian Shepherd Dog it should only be considered by experts who know exactly what they do, who have the appropriate experience and who have the appropriate rearing conditions. The puppies of this breed of dog cost around 1.000 EUR.

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    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
    • Group :
    • Section : . .

    Federations:

    • – FCI – Pinscher and Schnauzer-Molossoid type dogs – Swiss Mountain Dogs and Cattledogs. Section 2.2 Molossoid, mountain type. โ“˜
    • – AKC – FSS (Foundation Stock Service) โ“˜
    • – UKC – Watchdog โ“˜

    FCI breed standard "Caucasian Shepherd Dog"

    Origin:
    Russia, Armenia, Georgia, Azerbaijan

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    13.10.2010

    Use:

    Guard and surveillance dog.



    General appearance:

    The โ€œCaucasian Shepherdโ€ Dog is a dog with a harmonious structure, big and strong with plenty of bone and a powerful muscular system and a somewhat rectangular format. Well pronounced sexual dimorphism. Males are masculine with a well-developed cross and a larger head compared to that of females. This is why they are more massive, bigger and sometimes their body is shorter than that of the females.

    In dogs with a longer coat variety, the male has a distinguished mane.



    Behavior / temperament:

    The behavior is firm, Active, self-confident, courageously and independently. The โ€œCaucasian Shepherdโ€ Dog shows affection and devotion towards its master, he is an excellent guard dog.

    PROPIMPORTANT ORTIONS:

    • Body length exceeds height at withers 3 โ€“ 8%.
    • The length of the forelimbs averages the 50 โ€“ 52% the height at the withers.
    • The length of the skull and the length of the muzzle is 3:2

    Head:

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    Cranial region:

    The head is big, solid and broad in the cheekbones. View from the top, the head is wedge-shaped with a wide base.

    • Craging: Solid and wide, rather flat antecara with a marked but not deep fold. Superciliary arches developed but not protruding. Barely visible occipital bone.
    • Dnaso-frontal depression (Stop): Noticeable but not clearly marked.

    facial region:

    • Trufa: black, large with wide open nostrils without protruding from the outer lines of the snout. A black truffle in solid colors, spotted and peeping is desirable but not mandatory (but genetic blue or liver brown truffles are not allowed)
    • Horcico: Wide and deep tapering gradually towards the nose with strong jaws and chin. Great depth and well-filled under the eyes. The nasal bridge is wide. The upper line of the snout and skull run parallel.
    • Labios: Thick, tight and well pigmented.
    • Jaws / Teeth: Teeth must be healthy, white and strong; incisors together with each other in a line. Complete bite in scissors or forceps (42 teeth). Incisors or injured canines, broken or broken that do not affect the bite are not significant or the absence of PM1.
    • Cheeks: Well developed and highlighted by good chewing muscles.
    • Ojors: Moderate size, Oval shaped, not too deep, placed separate and oblique. Color is in different shades of brown, from dark to hazelnut. Black eyelids, dry, tight. Serious expression, attentive and inquisitive.
    • Obars: Moderate size, thick, Triangular shape, naturally hang, placed high and separate. Traditionally amputated in their country of origin. Natural ears are of equal value.

    Neck:

    Long Middle, strong, low insertion, transversely rounded. Crest pronounced especially in males.

    Body:

    Very well developed in all its dimensions, width, good musculature and well balanced.

    • Cruz: Well pronounced, moderately long. Height at withers slightly exceeds height at rump.
    • Dorrso: Straight, width, firm.
    • Itmor: Short, width, slightly arched.
    • Glikeness: Moderately long, wide, rounded, slightly inclined towards the base of the tail.
    • Pecho: Long, width, good ribs, in general deep as well as in its anterior part. Transversally has a broad oval shape. Well arched ribs, false long rib. Antepecho marked.
    • Lรญnlower ea and belly: Abdomen moderately retracted posteriorly.

    Tail:

    High insertion, curved sickle or curled. At rest it hangs up to the height of the hock; when the dog is alert the tail can be carried over the top line.

    Tips

    PREVIOUS MEMBERS:

    • ApGeneral arience: Good musculature. Seen from the front, straight and parallel members placed slightly apart.
    • Hormbros: Strong musculature. Moderately long, widths,
    • inclined to form an angle of approximately 100 degrees with the forearm. The scapula well next to the chest.
    • Antarm: Strong and muscular, well together.
    • Elbows: Set well back, parallel to the axis, without turning inward or outward.
    • Brazo: Straight, solid, moderately long, good musculature, transversely round.
    • Metacarpus: Short, solid, always straight viewed from the front and sides.
    • Pinis previous: Large, Round shape, well arched, well closed.

    LATER MEMBERS:

    • ApGeneral arience: Seen from behind, rights, parallel and moderately spaced. Knees and hocks well enough angled when viewed from the side. The back should not be placed too far back.
    • Thigh: Width, good musculature, moderately long.
    • Rodinllto: Well angled enough.
    • PinScheme: Wide, good musculature, moderately long.
    • Hock joint: Ancha and inclined, well angled enough, firm, without leaning neither in nor out.
    • Metatarsus: Not too long, solid, always straight seen from the front or side.
    • Pinis later: Large, Round shape, well arched, well closed.

    Movement:

    Libre, elastic, without rushing with good thrust from the rear. Good stability in all joints and good coordination. Trotting tends to be the typical movement. The withers are at the same level as the rump and the dorsal line is relatively stable.

    Mantle

    PIEL: Thick, sufficiently elastic without creases or wrinkles.

    • Plink: straight, rough, separated with a well developed undercoat. The length of the outer coat as well as the undercoat should not be less than 5 cm.. The hair of the head and forelimbs is shorter and thicker. The tail is completely covered with bushy hair giving the appearance of thick and very hairy. The long outer hair forms โ€œbrushesโ€ over the ears, a โ€œmaneโ€ around the neck and โ€œpantsโ€ on the back of the thigh.
    • Colorr: Any solid color, piebald or spotted. Except for solid blacks; dilute black or black in any combination or genetic blue or liver brown.


    Size and weight:

    Alturto the cross:

    • Males: Desired height 72 โ€“ 75 cm.. Minimum 68 cm..
    • females: Desired height 67 โ€“ 70 cm.. Minimum 64 cm..

    Higher heights are accepted as long as the conformation is harmonic.

    Weight:

    • Males: Minimum 50 Kg
    • females: Minimum 45 Kg.


    Fouls:

    Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..

    FALTAS GRAVES:

    • Structure too light or too rough.
    • Diffidence.
    • Deviations of sexual dimorphism.
    • Small head in proportion to the body, light, close, long, Tosca, brick or apple shaped head.
    • Abrupt stop.
    • Snout: sunken, concave or pointed.
    • Too small teeth, very separate, incisors not placed in a line, any deviation from the dental formula (except the absence of PM1)
    • Cheek bones not marked enough.
    • Big eyes, protruding, very clear, showing the third eyelid, drooping eyelids.
    • big ears, fine or very low insertion.
    • Steep or sunken top line, long, sunken or arched back, rump higher than the cross.
    • Square body, very rough, very long, narrow both front and back, extremities too long, very short chest, flat or sunken, short or steep rump.
    • Stump tail.
    • Bones, weak muscles and ligaments.
    • Absence of the correct angulations.
    • Forelimbs curved
    • Unbalanced movement.
    • Lack of thrust from the rear.
    • Too soft hair, curly, very short outer hair and no undercoat.

    FALTAS DISQUALIFYING:

    • Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
    • Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..
    • Any deviation from the required bite.
    • Incomplete dental formula (absence of any teeth except third molars (M3) or first premolars
    • Entropion
    • Eyes gazeos, dark blue, green shading or different colored eyes.
    • amputated tail.
    • Constant hobbling or inability to achieve movement.
    • Black color in any variation, solid, diluted, cheep, spotted the like robe (except the mask).
    • Genetic blue in any variation or shade.
    • Truffle, bluish-gray pigmented lips and eyelids.
    • Genetic brown in all variations or shades.
    • Truffle, genetic brown lips and eyelids.
    • Fire colored markings on black dogs, blue or brown.
    • Height below minimum.
    • Severe deviations of sexual dimorphism in males.


    N.B.:
    • Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..
    • Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for parenting.

    Itlatest changes are in bold.

    TRANSLATION: Brรญgida Nestler / Original version: (IN)

    Technical supervision: Miguel Angel Martinez.

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Nagazi, Caucasian Mountain Dog, Caucasian Ovcharka (English).
    2. kavkazskaรฏa ovtcharka (French).
    3. Kaukasischer Owtscharka, Kawkasskaja Owtscharka (German).
    4. mastim-do-cรกucaso, Pastor-caucasiano, Ovcharka caucasiano, Mastim do cรกucaso, Cรฃo montanhรชs caucasiano, Cรฃo-urso-russo (Portuguese).
    5. Pastor caucรกsico, Mastรญn del Cรกucaso, Perro de montaรฑa del Cรกucaso, Perro Pastor caucรกsico (espaรฑol).

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    Kangal Shepherd Dog
    Turquรญa FCI 331 - Molossoid . Mountain

    Origin: Turkey
    Character: Protective and independent
    Weight: 40 to 60 kg
    Height: 65 to 78 cm.
    Life expectancy: 13 - 15 years

    Pastor de Anatolia

    The Kangal Shepherd Dog is quiet, bold, independent, Intelligent, docile.

    Content

    History

    The Kangal Shepherd Dog it is a large and very strong guard dog that is widespread in Turkey, especially in Anatolia. The Kangal Shepherd Dog It is officially called the Anatolian Shepherd Dog or in Turkish as Coban Kรถpegi.. The original name is Karabash. But, In the FCI these dogs are known as ยซKangal Shepherd Dogยซ. Because it is the name of an influential noble family from the Turkish province of Shivas, who very early began to breed Karabash professionally.

    Dogs called Karabash (Schwarzkopf) they were called now Kangal Shepherd Dog with the name of the family of breeders. El Karabash o Kangal Shepherd Dog is native to the mountainous regions of Turkey. There he guards and protects the flocks of sheep. Does this job completely independently, often separated from people for weeks, and you have to decide on your own authority how to behave with strangers. These large and extremely strong dogs can also defend their flock against bears and wolves. Guarding and protecting property and its people is also one of its tasks.

    The frugality and robustness of the breed is legendary, that is maintained even on a poor diet, which often consists only of human agricultural waste. These are archaic animals, that probably arose with the introduction of livestock a few years ago 10.000 years. One Kangal Shepherd Dog can't be fooled, because he has a clear understanding of his role. Typically, he lies down in a high place next to or within his flock to be able to observe everything that is in the surroundings. Her flock, his pastors and his family are sacred to him. So, is faithful and lovingly devoted to them. Suspicion of strangers. So, does not hesitate to attack when interpreting hostile behavior. As a watchdog, has been protecting the herds of cattle and the solitary properties of herders, Anatolian farmers and landowners from time immemorial.

    This extremely useful feature, even necessary for the functioning of a life in the wide and lonely country, does not fit into a tight and hectic society of today's Central Europe. There is hardly a piece of land large enough for Kangal Shepherd Dog work. It is used to different standards than in the desert mountains of Anatolia. It also, a watchful race like the Kangal Shepherd Dog is quickly condemned as dangerous and aggressive in today's world. While it only takes one or two generations, larger property owners took pride in their dog being dependable and sharp in an emergency, such a trait is not desirable for today's dog. This is why you can find it almost everywhere on the lists of supposedly dangerous dogs. – and unfortunately too often in animal shelters.

    The Kangal Shepherd Dog is an archetype of dog, to which man owes a lot in his development. As a dog breed it has been known, described and even revered for a long time. But, in modern pedigree dog breeding, it was only recognized by the FCI in August 1989.

    Physical characteristics

    The Kangal Shepherd Dog, is a muscular breed, with a thick, powerful neck, wide head and robust body. His lips are tight in its snout and their ears with triangular and down.

    The male measured between 72 โ€“ 78 cm. high and the female between 65 โ€“ 73 cm. and weigh between 44 and 60 kg.

    The the mantle It can be several colors but the most common is "sesame", white cream and white with spots of color do not cover more than the 30% your body (type Piebald).

    These colors they can be accompanied by a black mask on the face and/or ears. They have a double cloak of eyes hair that needs to be brushed once or twice a month during the warm season due to sweating.

    They have a hair very hard on the neck to protect his throat. They seem heavier than you really are, due to his thick neck.

    They are large costillares dogs but with small bellies.

    Character and skills

    The Kangal Shepherd Dog is an independent guardian and protector. The official standard describes his character qualities in this way.:

    Balanced and bold, without aggressiveness, independent, very intelligent and leader. Proud and trustworthy. The Kangal Shepherd Dog is affectionate and loyal to his masters, but adult dogs are suspicious of strangers.

    Towards other dogs, a Kangal Shepherd Dog is usually dominant and quite incompatible. These traits in a large dog breed, which is very strong and claims a large territory, are hardly compatible with life in today's Germany. It is a great experience to be able to form a close bond with a dog like this.. But, these animals can only develop their excellent qualities of character in their natural environment. Here this great sovereign dog is shown as a loving friend, faithful and affectionate. But, if you do not have the space and financial means to offer in our latitudes an environment appropriate to its nature, it is hardly possible to maintain the species Kangal Shepherd Dog appropriate.

    Own Kangal Shepherd Dog is extremely undemanding. Does not need heating, no toys or harnesses on leashes. It is as frugal in its diet as almost no other animal. This also applies to your accommodation.. You can spend the whole year outside without problems, as long as you have a proper enclosure. Here "appropriate" does not mean either a kennel or a chain.. But, you need a very large area, which can become his kingdom. Here a robust enclosure with a solid steel fence of 2 m, because the Kangal Shepherd Dog wants to be able to move freely in its territory.

    One Kangal Shepherd Dog you accept, even independently and self-confidently protects all two-legged and four-legged friends, what counts for your herd or family. So, especially needs a clear boss – absolutely! Towards all others, initially suspicious and even hostile. A close bond and an expert guide are required to walk this dog on a leash., which is always stronger when in doubt. Only in this way can the dog and the owner safely walk past an aggressively barking terrier.. it's possible, but it requires serious upbringing, a good socialization and an experienced owner, sensitive and at the same time without any insecurity.

    The Kangal Shepherd Dog is increasingly on the lists of supposedly dangerous dogs and is not, from far, a dog for beginners. That would even be irresponsible. Even from the hand of an experienced connoisseur, external basic conditions are necessary for an attitude appropriate to the nature of the dog. In general, maintenance of this breed is quite difficult.

    Care and health

    The Kangal Shepherd Dog itself is absolutely easy to clean and undemanding. The coat should be brushed twice a year when the coat is changed.

    The Kangal Shepherd Dog of serious upbringing enjoys a very robust health in all aspects.

    Nutrition

    The Kangal Shepherd Dog does not make any special demands on its nutrition. Probably one of the dogs with less demands in this regard.

    Kangal Shepherd Dog's life expectancy

    Because of its size, the Kangal Shepherd Dog has a very high life expectancy of 12 and sometimes more years.

    For sale Kangal Shepherd Dog

    You should only consider purchasing a Kangal Shepherd Dog if you are already an expert in dog breeding. Cubs Kangal Shepherd Dog cost around 1000 EUR.

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    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
    • Group :
    • Section : . .

    Federations:

    • – FCI – Pinscher and Schnauzer-Molossoid type dogs – Swiss Mountain Dogs and Cattledogs. Section 2.2 Molossoid, mountain type. โ“˜
    • – โ€‹KC – Sheepdogs โ“˜
    • – NZKC – Utility dog โ“˜
    • – UKC – Watchdog โ“˜

    FCI breed standard Kangal Shepherd Dog

    FCIFCI - Kangal Shepherd Dog
    		Pastor

    Alternative names:

    1. Turkish Kangal, Anatolian Shepherd Dog, Kangal (Anatolian, Anadolu Kangalฤฑ, KarabaลŸ, Karayaka) (English).
    2. berger dโ€™Anatolie (French).
    3. ร‡oban KรถpeฤŸi, Tรผrkischer Hirtenhund (German).
    4. Anatolian shepherd, Anatolian sheepdog (Portuguese).
    5. ร‡oban KรถpeฤŸi, KarabaลŸ, AkbaลŸ, Karabash (espaรฑol).

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    Bosnian and Herzegovinian - Croatian Shepherd Dog
    Bosnia & Herzegovina CroaciaFCI 355 . Molossoid . Mountain

    Origin: Bosnia y Herzegovina, Croatia
    Character: Protector
    Weight: 28 to 50 kg
    Height: Approx.. 60 cm.
    Life expectancy: 11 - 12 years

    Pastor de Bosnia-Herzegovina y Croacia

    The Bosnian and Herzegovinian - Croatian Shepherd Dog It is a very sensitive and quiet dog.

    Content

    History

    The Bosnian and Herzegovinian - Croatian Shepherd Dog, also called Tornjak, it is an ancient breed of dog, and its exact origin is lost in the meanders of history. Most specialists agree that it is one of the descendants of the Tibetan Mastiff (Do-Khy), that arrived in Europe several thousand years ago.

    Some accounts suggest that it already existed in the Dinaric Alps (in present-day Bosnia) at the time of the Roman Empire, almost ago 2000 years. But, the first descriptions of a dog corresponding to the Bosnian and Herzegovinian - Croatian Shepherd Dog can be found in documents of the Bosnian Catholic Church dating from 1067.

    Three centuries later, in 1374, Petar Horvat, then bishop of Dakovo, Croatia, He also described a dog that resembled the Bosnian and Herzegovinian - Croatian Shepherd Dog in all aspects, size, color and function. At that time it was called Canis Montanis ("mountain dog") and I was already working with the shepherds, leading flocks of sheep in the mountain pastures and, above all, protecting them from the attacks of wolves.

    The name Tornjak first appeared in 1752 in the writings of Father Petar Lukic, member of the Dakovo Catholic Church. It is said to derive from the Croatian word ยซTorยป, which could be translated as "flock of sheep".

    This dog was found mainly in present-day Bosnian territory, and to a lesser extent in Croatia. The first scientific references to it date back to the beginning of the 20th century., and more precisely to 1905, when Austrian dog fan Franz Laska accurately identified a mountain dog seen in Bosnia, call Tornjak by the locals. But, the Tornjak remained confined to the mountains for a long time. It even declined sharply in the following decades as lifestyles changed and grazing decreased.. Its population grew from several thousand in the nineteenth century to just under a hundred in the decades of 1960 and 1970, when a few Croatian and Bosnian enthusiasts conducted a census to preserve the breed.

    If most of the identified specimens then came from Bosnia, it was in Croatia that a breeding program was established in the late 80. In 1979, in Zagreb (Croatia), the Yugoslavia Canine Association officially recognized the breed, and in 1982 the first litter with a complete pedigree was born as a result of this breeding program. Despite this almost rebirth, the Tornjak he was not at the end of his problems, since the explosion of Yugoslavia in 1991 and the civil war that followed caused him many difficulties.

    The new Croatian Canine Association decided to identify a breed Tornjak croata, while his counterpart in Bosnia-Herzegovina spoke of the Tornjak bosnio. Although these dogs were in all respects the same, the fact that they were considered two separate breeds prevented them from breeding with each other, for example.

    Was not up 2003 that the two organizations unified their standards under the name of Tornjak. In 2007, the Fรฉdรฉration Cynologique Internationale (FCI) provisionally recognized the Tornjak, that took the name of Bosnian and Herzegovinian - Croatian Shepherd Dog. At that moment, there was 1800 specimens recorded in Croatia, and 2700 in Bosnia.

    After this recognition, the breed timidly began to make a name for itself outside the countries of the former Yugoslavia. El American United Kennel Club (UKC) accepted it in 2011, while the American Kennel Club (AKC), the other reference organization in the country, included it in 2012 in his Foundation Stock Service (FSS), a preliminary step before full recognition, what has not yet been produced to date. The first specimens arrived in Great Britain in 2013, and steps were taken to gain recognition from the prestigious and influential Kennel Club (KC), the reference body of the country. They haven't been successful yet. in Canada, the Canadian Kennel Club (KC) does not recognize the Bosnian and Herzegovinian - Croatian Shepherd Dog. But, year 2017 marked its final acceptance by the CFI.

    Very popular in his home region, the Bosnian and Herzegovinian - Croatian Shepherd Dog struggles to win over audiences beyond his native region. It is extremely rare in North America, and it is not very common in Western Europe either. In France, He came in 2010. At the end of this decade, there were an average of fifty registrations per year in the Livre des Origines Franรงais (LOF).

    Physical characteristics

    Great and powerful, the Tornjaks retain above-average agility and flexibility for a mountain dog.

    They have an almost square shape, with strong bones that are not heavy, giving them a harmonious overall appearance. The tail is long, very mobile and bushy. When falling to rest, rises well above the level of the back when in action, which is uncommon in mountain dogs. Legs are powerful, parallel and raised.

    The head is elongated, with a slight stop. The muzzle is rectangular and ends in a dark nose with wide nostrils.. The eyes are also dark and almond-shaped. The ears, triangular and hairy, stand tall and fall along the cheeks.

    The undercoat is dense and thick, with a woolly texture in winter. The stiff top coat is long all over the body, except on the face and front of the legs. It is particularly abundant on the neck, forming a mane that protects it from predator bites.

    The Bosnian and Herzegovinian - Croatian Shepherd Dog and the Croatian Sheepdog are the ones that most often have a particular color, although there are white subjects, with only a few small spots of color. White is the most common background color, with markings of various colors: black, brown, cervato… More rarely, some individuals have a black coat stained with white.

    Last, sexual dimorphism is well marked in this breed: the female is not only smaller on average by about 5 cm., but also less massive.

    Character and skills

    The Tornjak he is surprisingly outgoing and caring for a shepherd who has worked for centuries in the mountains. He likes to spend time with his family, and is willing to play with older and smaller animals. In fact, he is a dog that adores children, and can spend hours entertaining them – The opposite also is true. But, due to its size and power, could easily inadvertently push a small child, so it is better if you are already a certain age, especially since then he is more likely to learn to behave with an animal and to respect it. In any case, a young child should never be left alone with a dog, regardless of race.

    His attachment to the family he grew up with also means he can hardly get used to life in a new home if life's perils mean he has to change owners.. You are likely to have the greatest difficulty recovering from abandonment.

    In addition to their great closeness to their caregivers, the Bosnian and Herzegovinian - Croatian Shepherd Dog he's also surprisingly personable with strangers. It barks when they approach and perfectly fulfills its guardian mission, but do not hesitate to go greet them and accept some caresses once their carer has validated their arrival.

    But, it would be a mistake to forget that their main function is to protect their flock. Under his cheerful and friendly airs, hides boundless courage and amazing strength. However, is not aggressive and is content to bark when a threat approaches. But if the threat becomes clearer and your family is in danger, does not hesitate to force its non-aggressive nature and take action; few things can stop it. It also, a malicious person would have no chance to persuade and corrupt him with sweets and caresses, because he is infallibly loyal.

    His sociability is also expressed against his peers, to the point that you can generally share your home perfectly with one or more dogs. It also, has no predatory instinct, so it does not see cats or rodents as prey, and therefore is not inclined to chase them. However, the difference in size means that cohabitation can sometimes be dangerous. In practice, if there are small animals in the house, it's better for him Bosnian and Herzegovinian - Croatian Shepherd Dog live outside.

    This would not be to displease you. In fact, used to large spaces, not really made for indoor living. You do not need to do a lot of intensive exercises every day, but must be able to move at any time, so it is not at all suited to apartment living, even if his master takes him out for more than an hour a day. Needs a large enclosed garden, where I can patrol, run, to play…

    If it can be easily installed outdoors it is because, like any mountain dog, is independent and tolerates loneliness well. It can easily stay at home while its owners are out for the day, and does not suffer from separation anxiety if this absence lasts for a weekend. But, under no circumstances should it be constantly left alone in the garden throughout the day. You need to spend time with your family, and two or three daily walks of at least half an hour each are ideal.

    Games and sports activities are also great ways to bond with him., while being physically and mentally stimulated. With an excellent memory that allows you to easily assimilate tricks and commands, has the potential to shine in dog sports like flyball, obedience or agility.

    But, you cannot start too early with physically demanding activities. In effect, given its size, when is a puppy, you experience growth spurts during which you need to slow down your burning, or at least avoid any overly intense strain on your joints and skeleton. Otherwise, there is a real risk of injury (sometimes with lifelong sequelae) or malformations.

    If you live in a residential area, it is better that the fence that surrounds the garden is solid, to avoid accidents. Similarly, walks in parks and relatively crowded places should always be done on a leash, so you can hold back if you sense a threat. On the other hand, in an environment where encounters are rare (for example, in the mountains), can be free, If and when, of course, has assimilated the withdrawal orders.

    Finally, the Bosnian and Herzegovinian - Croatian Shepherd Dog has a serious and powerful bark that can be heard from a distance. Can be heard from a distance, and is also heard when approaching a stranger or when you perceive a suspicious noise. This is reassuring and enjoyable when living in an isolated area., but can quickly cause neighborhood problems in a residential neighborhood.

    Education

    Like all dogs, the Tornjak should be socialized as soon as you get to your new home. Give you the opportunity to meet all kinds of people, animals and situations during your first months helps you become familiar with the unknown, and to avoid being surprised or even reacting badly as an adult. So, you should not hesitate to take any opportunity to meet the neighbors, friends, dealers, the vet… but also other animals, be it dogs, cats, rodents, horses, cows… You also have to deal with situations that you are not yet used to., especially the ones you will have to deal with regularly afterwards: travel by car, walk around the city, go out in a hectic environment…

    It also, given its size, it is advisable to accustom it from an early age to being handled obediently. Brush, bathing or even clipping the claws can turn into moments of complicity with your caregiver, instead of being dreaded tests each time by both protagonists. In any case, trying to groom or bathe a dog 50 kg not accommodated can quickly become an adventure…

    Although they have the independent character of herding dogs, to the Bosnian and Herzegovinian - Croatian Shepherd Dog they like to please their owners. It also, as his intelligence and memory are admirable, a caregiver who combines patience and know-how can go a long way in your education, even teaching them many tricks. But, although easier to handle than most mountain breeds, this does not make him a recommended dog for a novice sitter. But, It can be an interesting option for a person with a little experience who wants to face the challenge of a large independent dog..

    In any case, traditional training methods should not be used with the Tornjak, as they only reinforce their independent side instead of developing their potential. On the other hand, positive reinforcement, with the help of caresses, treats and stimuli, motivates you to want to learn more and more and allows you beautiful moments of complicity.

    The assimilation of memory is of particular importance: given its size, it is better for such a dog to obey the finger and the eye when his handler asks him to stop pulling on the leash or to come back to him. This is the essential condition so that you can enjoy nature with total freedom, without being put on a leash.

    On the other hand, protection of the pack is instinctive in the Tornjak: you don't really need any training to play this role perfectly.

    Health

    The Tornjak it is an extremely robust breed of dog, with a life expectancy much higher than the average of dogs of its size, to the point that some specimens reach the 15 years of age.

    The thick, woolly coat of the Tornjak helps protect you from cold and bad weather, as well as the rays of the sun. It is clearly a dog made to live outdoors, who is not afraid of low temperatures as long as he has a place to take refuge. On the other hand, when the mercury rises and the heat wave sets in, it is better to limit your activities and make sure you have the opportunity to rest in a shady place.

    Although they are generally healthy, the Bosnian and Herzegovinian - Croatian Shepherd Dog they are not exempt from certain problems, especially those that affect larger dog breeds. They are predisposed to ...:

  • Hip and elbow dysplasia, joint problems whose origins can be hereditary and cause more or less severe locomotor difficulties;
  • gastric dilation-torsion, which often follows too rapid ingestion of large amounts of food, and it's fatal if a vet doesn't intervene quickly;
  • protein intolerance, what can take, among other things, to a deterioration of the coat.

    • Other diseases have been reported occasionally in some subjects, but they are still exceptionally rare. These include anemia or von Willebrand disease, a hereditary condition.

    To limit the risk of having a puppy with a hereditary and / or congenital problem, nothing better than adopting from a breeder Tornjak serious and responsible. In particular, the professional must present an updated health or vaccination record, that allows to verify the vaccines received by the animal, as well as a certificate of good health signed by a veterinarian. But, the professional should also be asked to provide the results of the genetic tests performed to both the parents and the child.

    It also, the floppy ears of Tornjak can quickly become nests of infection if not cleaned weekly.

    It also, how you spend most of your time outdoors, their fur is likely a breeding ground for parasites: even more than most tornjaks, it is imperative to be rigorous in the administration of regular pest control treatments to avoid this type of inconvenience.

    Last, the fact that he is generally in good health does not exempt him from wearing it regularly (at least every year) to a routine check-up at the vet, just to keep it healthy. This not only ensures that you are up to date on your vaccinations, it also allows early detection of any health problems.

    Grooming

    The Tornjak rarely poses problems regarding your health, but its maintenance requires some effort.

    First of all, its thick coat needs to be brushed once or twice a week to avoid knots and remove dirt, and its size means that this task takes some time.

    During their annual molt periods in the spring and fall, a lot of undercoat is shed, and brushing should then become a daily routine to deal with the large amount of dead hair.

    Brushing is also an opportunity to inspect your skin and make sure it is not injured., Court, sore or irritation. Spending most of the time outdoors, he is more exposed to this type of problem than his peers who live in an apartment and only go out for half an hour each day.

    In any case, if grooming is done regularly, can remove a large part of the dirt from their fur, keeping it relatively clean and odorless. So, it is not necessary to bathe your dog often. Unless, of course, got particularly dirty, you can be content with doing it twice a year, at the time of the move. It is necessary to use a mild shampoo designed specifically for dogs every time.

    On the other hand, as with any dog โ€‹โ€‹with floppy ears, special care is required to prevent dirt from building up and causing infection. So, at least once a week, brushing his coat should be followed by cleaning his ears with a clean cloth.

    You should also take the opportunity to check your eyes and clean them, to limit the risk of eye infection, although, unlike ears, are not particularly susceptible to it.

    To end the beauty maintenance session, a teeth cleaning is de rigueur. Itร‚ยดs, in effect, the best way to effectively protect them against dental plaque formation, cavities and other problems at this level. Ideally, it should be done daily.. No matter how often you do it, always use a toothpaste specially designed for dogs.

    It may also be necessary to trim your dog's claws from time to time. Even if your dog lives outdoors, natural wear and tear is not always enough to file its strong claws. If you hear them hitting the ground when you walk, have grown too long and could injure or break: it's time to cut them with a special tool.

    Although all these operations do not require any particular knowledge, it is better to learn to do them correctly, especially to avoid hurting or even injuring your partner. It can be useful the first time to have the help of a veterinarian or a professional groomer to learn the correct gestures to perform.

    Buy a โ€œShepherd from Bosnia-Herzegovina and Croatiaโ€

    The price of a puppy Bosnian and Herzegovinian - Croatian Shepherd Dog is of some 1000 EUR, but it's a mean: the sale price varies according to the prestige of the breeding, the ancestry of the animal, but also and above all its characteristics. On the other hand, there is not a big difference according to sex: males and females are generally priced similarly.

    Having said that, the Bosnian and Herzegovinian - Croatian Shepherd Dog still hard to find outside the countries of the former Yugoslavia. So, it may be wise to turn to a Croatian breeder, Slovenian, Bosnian or Serbian to find the right one. The sale price will not necessarily be much cheaper, but then import costs must be added to the budget, registration and transportation.

    It is possible to find hatcheries in the United States, but it is also still very rare there.

    Characteristics "Bosnian and Herzegovinian - Croatian Shepherd Dog"

    Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Bosnian and Herzegovinian - Croatian Shepherd Dog" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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    Images of the ยซPastor of Bosnia-Herzegovina and Croatiaยป

    Photos:

    1 – ยซPastor of Bosnia-Herzegovina and Croatiaยป by https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Bosniantornjak.jpg
    2 – And little Tornjak. Colour: white & black by Canarian, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
    3 – And little Tornjak. Colour: white & brown by Canarian, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
    4 – A Croatian Tornjak (aka Croatian Mountain Dog or Bosnian and Herzegovinian – Croatian Shepherd Dog) female by Canarian, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
    5 – And little Tornjak. Colour: white & black by Canarian, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
    6 – Toro the Tornjak. Photo taken in a dog shelter in Zadar, Croatia by Mirta12, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

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    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
    • Group :
    • Section : . .

    Federations:

    • – FCI – Pinscher and Schnauzer-Molossoid type dogs – Swiss Mountain Dogs and Cattledogs. Section 2.2 Molossoid, mountain type. โ“˜
    • – AKC – (FSS) โ“˜

    FCI breed standard "Bosnian and Herzegovinian - Croatian Shepherd Dog"

    Origin:
    Bosnia y Herzegovina, Croatia

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    19.11.2007

    Use:

    Herding and protection of livestock and farm pens and guard dog.



    General appearance:

    The Tornjak is a large and powerful dog, well proportioned and agile. The body is almost square in shape. The bone is not light, but it's not heavy or rough anyway. Standing and moving is strong, harmonious and well balanced. The coat is long and thick.

    IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS:
    The body is almost square. The length of the body must not exceed its height by more than one 8 %. The radius between the length of the skull and the muzzle is 1:1.



    Behavior / temperament:

    Of good disposition, friendly, brave, obedient, Intelligent, full of dignity and confidence. Fierce looking after the property entrusted to him, cannot be bribed and is suspicious of strangers. Devoted to his master and very calm in his presence. Very affectionate with the people who live in his environment. Learn quickly and keep this learning in your memory for a long time. Pleasantly performs the tasks assigned to you. It is easy to train.

    Head:

    Elongated. The radius between the skull and the muzzle is 1:1.

    Cranial region:

    The upper lines of the skull and snout are divergent.
    Supra-orbital arches are slightly visible.
    The back of the skull is elongated but moderately wide.
    The area between the supra-orbital arches and the occiput is flat.
    The occipital protrusion is very slight.

    • Nasal frontal depression (stop): Slightly pronounced.

    facial region:

    Nose: Grand, with nostrils wide enough. Must have dark pigmentation. Pigmentation must be in harmony with the color of the coat. Depigmentation is not allowed.
    Snout: Rectangular. The bridge of the nose is perfectly straight.
    Lips: Tight, with dark pigmentation.
    Jaws/teeth :The jaws are very long and strong. Perfect scissor bite, full dentition.
    Eyes: Almond biscuits, attached eyelids, dark color. Dark pigmentation on the edge of the eyelids.
    Ears: Medium-sized, triangular, bent and earrings, high insertion. Carried close to the cheeks. With shorter hair.

    Neck:

    Medium length, powerful, carried slightly low. Well attached skin. With abundant and long hair forming a mane.

    Body:

    Cross: Moderately developed.
    Back: Short, the court, moderately wide and straight.
    Pork loin: The connection between the chest and the rump is short, moderately wide; in females it is a little longer.
    Rump: Long Middle, wide and slightly inclined.
    Breast : Very spacious, deep, wide and oval. Lower chest reaches at least elbows. Never barrel shaped. The chest is strong with the tip of the sternum moderately pronounced.
    bottom line: Well muscled abdomen. The lower line is not retracted but gradually rises from where the sternum ends towards the posterior.

    Tail:

    Long, inserted at a medium height, very mobile. When at rest it is always hanging and in motion it is always above the level of the upper line, this is a characteristic of the breed. With abundant hair and characteristic fringe.

    Tips

    Strong and well angled.

    PREVIOUS MEMBERS:well developed, with strong bone and tight muscles. Parallel and straight when stationary.

    Blades:Long Middle, well leaning back. The scapulo-humeral angle is approximately 120ยบ..
    Humeri:Muscular and strong, almost the same length as the scapulae.
    Elbows:Moderately close to the body.
    forearms:Strong bones and developed, straight muscles.
    Metacarpus:With slight inclination.
    Previous feet:Fingers arched and together. Pigmented nails, desirable dark pigmentation. Elastic pads, hard and compact, dark pigmentation is desired. Front feet are more developed than rear feet.

    LATER MEMBERS:Strong and parallel. Straight when standing with proper angulation. Well angled knees.

    Thighs:Widths, strong, good muscular.
    Warm:With good bodybuilding, strong wide and the same length as the femur.
    Tarsos:Firms. Insertion a little high.
    Metatarsals:Strong. They can have spurs.
    Hind feet:Fingers arched and together. Pigmented nails, dark pigmentation is desirable. Elastic pads, hard and compact, dark pigmentation is desirable.

    Movement:

    The Tornjak is a trotter. The movement is well balanced, stretchy and powerful, harmonious and with great drive. In motion the top line is firm.

    Mantle

    SKIN: The skin is thick, well adhered throughout the body.

    Fur: In general, the Tornjak is a long-haired dog, thick, rustic and straight. It is especially long at the top of the rump; over shoulders and back can be slightly wavy. It is short on the muzzle and face, above the imaginary line that connects the ears, over the ears and on the front of the legs and feet.

    It is especially abundant around the neck (mane), dense and long over the thighs. Forms fringes on the forearms. In well-coated dogs, it is also especially abundant on the back of the metatarsals.. The tail is very bushy with very long hair. The winter undercoat is long, very thick and with a pleasant woolly texture. The hair is thick and dense and should not split in two along the top line.

    Color: As a rule, the Tornjak is of split color with characteristic markings in various solid colors.. Generally the dominant background color is white. There may be dogs with a black coat and white markings that usually appear around the neck, over the head and along the legs. There may also be almost entirely white dogs with only small markings.



    Size and weight:

    Height to the cross:

    Males: 65 โ€“ 70 cm.
    females: 60 โ€“ 65 cm.

    Tolerance+/- 2cm.



    Fouls:

    Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..

    • Too thin or too heavy bone.
    • Very fine or very coarse head.
    • Missing ears (inclusion, long, hair).
    • Bite in clamp.
    • Absence of 2 p2, 2 p3.
    • Absence of more than 2 p1.
    • Very long back.
    • Curved or saddled top line.
    • Obviously exaggerated dog.
    • Angulations with faults.
    • Elbows in or out.
    • Tail resting on the back.
    • Tail with little hair.
    • Hair with insufficient length.
    • dark mask.
    • Weak feet.

    FALTAS DESCALIFICANTES:

    • Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
    • Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..
    • Lack of type (atypical dogs).
    • Sexual type deviation.
    • Anomalies in eye color and shape (wattled eyes, vicious expression, different colored eyes).
    • Entropion, ectropion.
    • Prognathism or enognatismo.
    • Absence of any other tooth than those mentioned as missing.
    • Too short hair.
    • Lack of undercoat.
    • Broken tail.
    • Absence of tail.
    • Solid color dogs.
    • albinism.
    • Atypical distribution of colors on the body.
    • Differences in the limits of the indicated heights (including tolerance).
    • Cosmetic treatment in the dog or evidence of cosmetic or surgical treatments.


    N.B.:
    • Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..
    • Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for parenting.

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Tornjak (English).
    2. Tornjak (French).
    3. Tornjak, Bosnien und Herzegowina und Kroatien (German).
    4. Tornjak (Portuguese).
    5. Tornjak (espaรฑol).

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    Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog
    Autralia FCI 351. Sennenhund Dogs

    Origin: Australia
    Character: protector and companion
    Weight: 18 to 26 kg
    Height: 43 to 51 cm.
    Life expectancy: 12 years

    Stumpy Tail

    The Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog is always alert, vigilant and obedient, although he distrusts strangers.

    Content

    History

    The Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog has a long history in Australia, where he was carefully bred to drive cattle in the early 19th century.

    As for the true founder of the breed, there are actually two versions:

    • The first quotes a certain Thomas Simpson Hall, who crossed sheepdogs from the north of England, the Smithfields, with Dingoes, the native canines of Australia, creating the first Australian cattle dog known as "Hall's Foot Dog" (towards 1830).
    • In the second version, a rancher from New South Wales named Bathurst Timmins crossed a Smithfield with the Dingo in 1830. The babies, short tailed red dogs, They became known as the "Timmins Biters".

    These dogs were great to work with., but it turned out they were too harsh on the cattle. Had to make another cross. introduced a Smooth Collie Blue Merle and the result was the creation of an excellent all-terrain, the ancestor of the current Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog.

    The Smithfield brought the natural short tail, the Dingo the color red and the ability to naturally accept the harsh conditions of the remote Australian outback. Last, the blue color comes from Smooth Collie Blue Merle, which was also known as the German Coolie.

    In general, Shorttails were bred in the vast rural areas of Australia and only a small number were entered in the studbooks..

    Physical characteristics

    The Stumpy it is a medium sized working dog, well proportioned and square in profile. The breed has two colors: blue and red. The Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog may not have tan markings. The Stumpy should be clean and tight and has a tough, robust appearance. Is never fat, but he must be well muscled, to be able to withstand long periods of hard work.

    Character and skills

    The Stumpy has a natural aptitude for work and livestock control. Is loyal, brave and above all devoted to its owner, but can be reserved with strangers. Always attentive, vigilant and obedient, and it must be capable of being handled on the show floor.

    Education

    This breed does not tolerate isolation or neglect; craves family, activity and training. Unless the Stumpy stay physically and mentally active, it will become destructive and unruly.

    The ideal owner of a Stumpy is a committed dog owner, active and experienced. This is not a part time breed. Early socialization with dogs and people is recommended to achieve a complete companion. Training and strong leadership are essential.

    As a thinking dog, the Stumpy compensate for any weaknesses in leadership by ranking highest in the pack. Firm" does not mean "hard"; the eagerness of Stumpy for pleasing him means that constancy, reinforcement and reward will go much further than punishment.

    Grooming

    In terms of grooming, the maintenance of Stumpy It is low. A weekly brushing is all you need and a bath when necessary. But, in terms of exercise, the Stumpy it is high maintenance. It is an incredibly intelligent breed with high energy levels.; and a Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog gets bored, find ways to entertain yourself, like digging holes or pulling laundry.

    Health

    In general, the Stumpy it is a relatively healthy and robust breed. In the race there can be Prcd-PRA; this disease causes progressive loss of vision, although there is a DNA test. ARP does not form (Progressive Retinal Atrophy) can only be identified through an eye exam, not through a DNA test. It is recommended that an ophthalmologist examine the players. There may be deafness, for which there is a BAER test. A score of the hip and elbow should also be performed to identify any dysplasia..

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    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
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    Federations:

    • – FCI – Group 1: Section: 2 Sennenhund Dogs. โ“˜
    • – ANKC – Australian National Kennel Council Toy โ“˜

    FCI breed standard Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog

    FCIFCI - Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog
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    Alternative names:

    1. Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog, Stumpy, Stumpy Tailed Heeler (English).
    2. Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog (French).
    3. Stumpy (German).
    4. (em inglรชs: Australian stumpy tail cattle dog) (Portuguese).
    5. Stumpy (espaรฑol).

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