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History of the Bosnian Barak breed

Origin: Bosnia and Herzegovina

The Bosnian Barak is a hound that was used to hunt big game. The modern breed comes from local dogs crossed with the Italian Ligava in the 1890s. The FCI first recognized it in 1965 as the "Illyrian Hound" and then changed the name. The breed is genetically diverse and related to the Toryak.

The Bosnian Barak is a medium-sized hard-coated hound with a shaggy face and whiskers. Lively, brave and persistent on the trail. Needs movement, olfactory work and reliable calling.

Sizeaverage
OriginBosnia and Herzegovina
Bosnian barracks

Life is nearby

More suitable for hunters and active people who have space. Without work and movement, he is bored and barks loudly. After sensing the smell, he can follow the trail.

Walks

A healthy adult dog needs daily long walks and sniffing. Free running is possible only in the fenced area. The load of puppies and elderly dogs is adjusted with the veterinarian.

Training

Brave and persistent, so learning requires patience. Olfactory games, valuable treats and short activities work. The call is practiced on a long leash.

Care

The long, stiff, shaggy coat with a thick undercoat is brushed about twice a week. After walks, the skin and ears are examined, and the claws are trimmed regularly.

Children

Usually friendly but lively. An adult monitors the contact, and the rules of a calm game are explained to the child.

Other animals

Usually gets along with dogs. The hunting instinct is strong, so small animals can be perceived as prey.

Peculiarities of the breed

Estimates help compare breeds. For zooaggression, 5/5 means less tendency to aggression towards dogs. The behavior and health of a particular dog depend on many factors.

Human orientation

3/5

Average score: the breed is lively and independent. Actual behavior depends on socialization.

Training

3/5

The rating is average, because there is a lack of comparative data on the "Bosnian Barak" breed. Actual behavior depends on upbringing, socialization and experience.

Zooaggression

3/5

Average score: The contact of the Bosnian Barak breed with dogs is generally normal, and rodents and small animals can awaken the hunting instinct.

Health and reproductive risks

3/5

The survival rate of the "Bosnian Barak" breed in the British cohort is not comparable. The absence of the described risks does not guarantee the absence of hereditary diseases, so the breeder is asked for the results of the parents' examinations.

Ease of care

4/5

High rating: the coat is combed twice a week, and the rest of the care is simple.

Health

Breed screening

Breed screening: little is known about the hereditary diseases of the "Bosnian Barak" breed. The breeder is asked for documents with the results of examinations of both parents and current recommendations of the club.

Locomotor apparatus

Musculoskeletal system: the growth and load of the dog of the "Bosnian Barak" breed is coordinated with its age. If lameness or pain occurs, a veterinary examination is required.

Eyes and heart

A preventive examination of the Bosnian Barak breed includes an evaluation of the eyes, heart and ears. The frequency of special inspections is determined by the recommendations of the club and the veterinarian.

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