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The “Romanian Carpathian Shepherd Dog”, also known as Carpatin (of his original name Ciobanesc Romanesc Carpatin), He is native to Romania, more precisely from the Danube Delta.

It is said to be descended from the Lupo races – molosoides, comparable in size to ancient mastiffs, but with a morphology closer to that of the wolf, and that has been used to protect herds for more than 9.000 years, that is to say, since the beginning of the domestication of cattle in this region.

Legend has it that their ancestors, to whom he is physically very close, they interbred naturally with wolves, resulting in a powerful and fearsome race. Although there is no irrefutable evidence, such hybridizations between dog and wolf are known to have in fact occurred in various regions of the world, what makes this theory plausible.

Often hunting in packs, nothing stops this dog with his courage and unerring protective instinct. There have even been cases where a herd of Carpathian shepherds has been seen repelled by an adult bear. The Romanian Carpathian Shepherd Dog has been selected over the centuries with the main criterion of utility, which explains why it has kept its herding dog qualities intact to this day, especially since Romania still has many predators on its territory, including wolves and bears. Over the years, they have also become increasingly integrated into the family as guard dogs; very protective of their master, it's a role they play wonderfully.

The first breed standard was developed in Romania in 1934. After the fall of communism in 1989, a few passionate breeders of the Romanian Carpathian Shepherd Dog developed the breed so that its standard could meet the criteria of the Fédération Cynologique Internationale. Their efforts paid off, since the latter finally recognized it provisionally in 2005, and then definitely ten years later, in 2015. Among the other large canine organisms, the Société Centrale Canine and the United Kennel Club also recognize the Romanian Carpathian Shepherd Dog, what is not the case with the American Kennel Club, the Canadian Kennel Club or the Kennel Club, the leading organization in Great Britain.

Although they are increasingly known and appreciated in the rest of the world, the Romanian Carpathian Shepherd Dog still quite rare outside of its home country. On the other hand, still very popular in Romania, where it is used as a herding dog and as a guard and companion dog.

Photo: Possibly Carpathian sheepdog or Bucovina sheepdog by Alex Zelenko, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The Romanian Carpathian Shepherd Dog he is a large dog with an impressive physique.

The body is rectangular, vigorous and well developed, without heaviness. Its length is greater than the height at the withers, and the lumbar region may be slightly longer in females than in males.

The tail is held high, reaching or slightly exceeding the point of the hock. With abundant hair, hangs at rest but is carried high and slightly curved in action. It is neither flat nor rolled in the back.

The head is strong but not heavy, of type lupoid, with a stop moderately marked. The nose is always black, big and wide. The scissor bite is powerful. The eyes are medium in size, almendrada form, dark brown. The ears, located slightly above the eye line, they are triangular in shape, a little rounded at the tip, and fall close to the cheeks.

The inner layer is dense and flexible, color clear, but the hair is rough, smooth and dense. It is shorter and flatter on the head and front of the legs, longer in the neck, the back of the legs and tail. It is abundant and of medium length in the rest of the body. The fur is sable (Wolf) with white markings, and the skin is ash colored.

The Romanian Carpathian Shepherd Dog is balanced, calm and brave. They are innate herding dogs with a very strong protective instinct, with an unconditional attachment to his flock and a closeness to his master and family that is far greater than that of most other watchdog breeds.

This protective instinct makes them mistrust strangers. In the presence of a stranger, will come between him and his family and bark as a warning, until his master makes him understand that there is no danger.

But, due to its friendlier temperament than the average of other guard dog breeds, It is also an excellent companion dog.. As a breed of dog adapted to children, he is very gentle with them and is a great playmate for them. Regarding the cohabitation of the dog with the cat, generally goes well. Last, the fact that they have long gotten used to defending themselves and working in packs also explains why they generally manage to get along with their peers, although they can be dominant with them.

Although it suits all families quite well, this large, energetic dog needs plenty of exercise and play to maintain his mental balance and physical health. So, better suited to a family that likes to move, and thus you can enjoy hiking with your dog (dogs-rando), from running with your dog (canicross) or cycling with your dog (cani-mountain biking). To feel completely fine, need at least an hour of daily exercise.

So, not at all suitable for use in an apartment: too small a space and insufficient physical exercise could cause behavioral disorders in the dog, including uncontrolled aggression (even towards their owners) and / or destructive behavior on the part of the dog. This is all the more true since the Romanian Carpathian Shepherd Dog is slightly more sensitive and less independent than other guard dog breeds; therefore shows more anxiety in case of prolonged loneliness, especially if you are indoors with nothing to do to keep busy. So, the ideal home for him is one with a large enclosed garden where he can run, and a master who is available to play with his dog and walk him for long hours.

Although the Romanian Carpathian Shepherd Dog it is a calm and balanced dog that is easier to train than other guard dog breeds, needs a strong education to start at an early age, since it has a strong character. It is imperative that the owner immediately show his dog who the master is and impose his authority, at the risk of seeing his partner with his impressive physique take control.

Of course, firm does not mean brutal. Positive dog training, with incentives and rewards, is always the best way to earn respect and obedience. Purely authoritarian training would only lead to confrontation with this willfully dominant dog..

Although there have been cases of hip dysplasia or eye problems in some individuals, the Romanian Carpathian Shepherd Dog it is a robust breed of dog, able to stay outdoors in inclement weather without being unduly hindered and, In addition, does not have a congenital predisposition to certain pathologies.

So, daily exercise and a balanced diet are enough to keep the dog healthy, vigorous and toned.

But, care must be taken not to give too large a portion of food before physical exertion: like all big breeds, is particularly exposed to the risk of stomach dilation-torsion.

Although the Romanian Carpathian Shepherd Dog has a long fur, rarely needs professional grooming. But, it is recommended to brush the dog's hair daily with a wire brush or detangler, especially during the molting period.

If you spend most of your time outdoors, it is recommended to wash your dog once a month. But, if you stay inside, a dog bath every three to four months is sufficient.

On the other hand, it is important to regularly examine and clean the dog's ears, as for all dogs with floppy ears. A buildup of earwax or bacteria could lead to infections, like ear infections.

It also, as in all races, brushing your dog's teeth at regular intervals is essential to avoid tartar problems. Ideally, you should be able to do this two to three times a week..

Finally, how often a dog's claws are trimmed depends on its level of activity. It is best to inspect them from time to time and trim them if necessary.

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Romanian Carpathian 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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• FCI CLASSIFICATION:
• Group :
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Federations:

• – FCI – Group 1 Herding dogs, Section 1 Sheepdogs ⓘ
• – UKC – Herding dogs ⓘ

Romania

09.06.2015

Use:

Shepherd dog used by Romanian shepherds of the Carpathians for centuries to defend flocks and at the same time as an excellent guard dog

General appearance:

This is a pretty big dog, agile,never weighed, Its general appearance is that of a vigorous dog. His body is rectangular, the rump is wide, slightly tilted, the rib cage is wide and high, long, slightly sloping shoulders. Sexual dimorphism is well marked, males should be taller and larger than females.



IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS:

• The length of the skull is slightly greater than or equal to half the total length of the head.
• The length of the body is always greater than the height at the withers. The lumbar region of females may be slightly longer.
• The height of the chest corresponds to approximately half the height at the withers.

Innate and brave guardian, He stands out for his instinctive and unconditional affection towards the flocks and towards his master.. It is a dog with dignified behavior, quiet and balanced.

Head:

lupoid type.

• Cranial region: The Carpathian Shepherd is a mesocephalic dog, with a strong head, but not heavy. The forehead is wide and slightly bulging. The skull is wider between the ears and progressively decreases towards the naso-frontal depression.. The frontal furrow is quite long and sufficiently well marked.
• Depression links: Moderate, never too marked, ni huidiza.

facial region:

• Truffle:Grand, wide, always black.
• Snout:Powerful, with an approximately oval profile, slightly truncated. The length of the snout is a little less than that of the skull or the maximum, equal.
• Lips:Thick, well pigmented, well stretched, with a tightly closed commissure.
• Jaws / Teeth:Strong jaws, solid and straight. The teeth are powerful; scissor joint, the incisor arches are slightly rounded.
• Cheeks:Thin. Powerful maseteros, never outstanding. The skin is well stretched.
• Eyes:Almond biscuits, slightly oblique, They are not too large in relation to the dimensions of the skull, its color is very dark. They are not even jumpy, nor are they sunk in the orbits. The eyelids are black and fit well into the shape of the eyeball..
• Ears:Triangular, not too big, They appear a little higher than the eye line. They are stuck to the cheeks. The limb is slightly rounded.

Neck:

Muscular, very powerful, medium length. Its angle is about 50° in relation to the horizontal..

Body:

Vigorous, well developed, slightly rectangular.

• Top margin: Straight and firm.
• Height to the cross: Bit strong.
• Back: Medium length, straight, and solid and muscular.
• Pork loin: Powerful, muscular, but not too wide. Of moderate length, not too long (the top margin is not firm), not too short.
• Rump: Muscular and wide, medium length. Slightly inclined, never runs away.
• Breast : Very wide, well developed and well inclined to the level of the elbows. solid ribs, well shaped, never barrel shaped.
• Lower margin: Moderately ascending, raised abdomen, nor sunk, nor fallen.

Tail:

It appears quite high, bushy, provided with abundant hair. During rest, appears low, straight or slightly saber-shaped, reaching the tip of the hock. When the dog is attentive or in action, It appears raised and can exceed the level of the back; It's not even stretched, nor twisted about it.

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS: Strong bones.

• In general: Front or profile views, the forelimbs are plumb and perpendicular to the ground.
• Shoulder: Solid, moderately inclined.
• Elbows: Well attached to the body, they do not deviate even outwards, nor inward.
• Forearm:Straight, very vigorous, with oval profile.
• Metacarpus: Short, slightly inclined.
• Previous foot: Oval, solid, compact.

LATER MEMBERS: Muscular, with solid bones and good angulations.

• In general: They are leaden.
• Thigh:Width, well muscled.
• Legs: Powerful, muscular, medium length.
• Hock: Solid, firm, not too high (determining an accentuation of the angulation of the stifle) not too inclined.
• Metatarsus: Solid, vertical.
• Rear foot: Oval, well developed and compact, slightly smaller than the previous one. Fingers arched and together. Any spurs must be removed, except in countries where this practice is prohibited by law. The plantar pads are elastic and resistant.

Movement:

Loose, with a good range. The trot is vigorous and sustained. The limbs move in parallel planes.

Mantle

• Pigmented ash color. The truffle, the edge, of the eyelids and lips must be black. Ash or black nails are preferred.

 

• Fur: Rough, dense and stretched. The undercoat is dense and soft. With the exception of the head and the inner surfaces of the extremities, where the hair is short and straight, the hair is abundant over the entire body, medium length. about the neck, the back of the limbs and on the tail, the hair is longer, its abundance being typical in these areas.
• Color: carbon sand (dark bay) with different nuances, often lighter on the lateral parts and darker on the upper part of the trunk. carbon sand (dark bay) with white markings, preferably not very widespread.

Size and weight:

• Height to the cross: Ideal: 65 – 73 cm in males. 59 – 67 cm in females. But, the general appearance is always the most important.
• Weight: In proportion to the size, giving the impression of a powerful dog, but not heavy.

Fouls:

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

SERIOUS FAULTS:

• Any deviation from the above that impairs the use.
• Fragile or too heavy constitution.
• Eyes that are too light in color.
• Lower eyelids that are too hanging, exposing the eyeball.
• Very full lips and hanging corners.
• Significant pigmentation defects.
• Excessive body length (more than 10%) and square body.

FALTAS DESCALIFICANTES:

• Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
• Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..
• apathetic dog.
• Clearly atypical dog, similar in appearance to the molossoid.
• Lack of a P3 and another tooth. Lack of a canine, of a P4, of a molar, or three or more teeth (except PM1y M3).
• Upper or lower prognathism, pincer joint.
• Very fine bones.
• Rib cage that is not sufficiently developed.
• Lack of an inner layer of hair, hair that is not short on the head and the front surfaces of the limbs.
• Curly hair the griffon type, wire hair, Longhair, soft, silky, forming a clear separation on the midline of the body.
• Considerable depigmentation of the eyelids, of the truffle, of the skin or lips. ocular heterochromia (different color eye).
• Color: brown, mottled, yellow or with spots of these colors.
• Adult dogs smaller than 62 cm in males and 58 cm in females.

• 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.

The latest changes are in bold.

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

1. Romanian Shepherd, Romanian Carpathian Shepherd, Carpathian Sheepdog (English).
2. Chien de berger des Carpathes (French).
3. Carpatin, Zavod (German).
4. (em romeno: Ciobănesc românesc carpatin) (Portuguese).
5. Carpatin, Pastor de los Cárpatos, Perro pastor de los Cárpatos (español).