Human orientation
High score: Loyal to the owner. Behavior depends on socialization.
THE PAW CATALOG
Macedonian shepherd dog Karaman
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History of the Karaman Macedonian shepherd dog breed
Origin: North Macedonia
An autochthonous breed of North Macedonia, associated with pastoral settlements and nomadic crossings of shepherds. For centuries, she protected herds. Images of such dogs can be found in folk songs and medieval art, the most famous being the fresco of 1191 in the church of St. George in Kurbynovo na Prespa, which is included in the club's logo. The breed must withstand very low and very high temperatures.
The Macedonian shepherd dog is a large (62-68 cm, 37-45 kg) autochthonous guardian of sheep from the northern Balkans, black or black-tan in color, with long dense fur. Calm, restrained with strangers, decisive and brave on guard duty. Needs space, experienced owner and early socialization.
SizeBig
OriginNorth Macedonia
Life is nearby
Only suitable for experienced owners with a large plot. A working guard, not a decorative dog. The apartment is not the place for him.
Walks
Daily walks and a large area to patrol. They provide shade and water in the summer.
Training
Balanced, independent and intelligent. Early socialization, calm consistency and clearly defined boundaries are required. The breed does not want aggression.
Care
Thick wool is combed weekly, more often during shedding. Ears are examined, nails are trimmed, teeth are cleaned.
Children
Loyal and gentle to his own. The size and protective instinct require constant supervision, especially in the presence of other people's children.
Other animals
He protects his flock and domestic animals. He perceives strange dogs and animals on the territory with caution, therefore acquaintances are gradual.
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.
Training
Medium-low score: intelligent, but independent and distrustful of others.
Zooaggression
Medium-low score: protects the territory, is intolerant of other animals.
Health and reproductive risks
There is no comparable survival estimate for the breed in the British cohort used. The absence of the mentioned risk does not prove the absence of hereditary diseases.
Ease of care
Low rating: long thick coat, heavy shedding and size of the dog.
Health
Breed screening
Breed screening: there are few descriptions of hereditary diseases of the "Macedonian shepherd dog Karaman" breed. Ask the breeder for the written results of the parents' examinations and the current requirements of the club.
Locomotor apparatus
Musculoskeletal system: the growth and load of the "Macedonian Shepherd Dog Karaman" breed should correspond to the age. Lameness, pain, or reluctance to move require a veterinary examination.
Eyes and heart
During preventive visits, the veterinarian checks the eyes and the heart. How often to do special examinations is suggested by the breed club and the doctor.
Photo of the breed
