Human orientation
Medium-high rating: devoted to family, reserved towards strangers. Behavior depends on upbringing.
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Polish Tatra Shepherd
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History of the Polish Tatra Sheepdog breed
Origin: Poland
The breed lived for centuries in the Polish Tatra Mountains, where it protected flocks from predators. The origin is not finally clarified: mastiff-like dogs are called among the possible ancestors. In addition to herds, such dogs were kept to protect property. In the FCI classification, it belongs to group 1, herding dog.
The Polish Tatra Sheepdog is a large (60-70 cm) white mountain herding dog with a thick double coat. Calm, alert and brave, gentle in the family, wary of strangers. Needs a spacious fenced yard, early education and seasonal grooming.
SizeBig
OriginPoland
Life is nearby
This is a dog for a private house with a reliable fence, not for a cramped apartment. He likes to be with his family, but by nature he is a watchman and an independent defender of the territory.
Walks
A lot of energy: regular walks and space to move in a fenced area are required.
Training
Intelligent and independent, does not like monotonous teams. Early socialization, consistency and patience are required. You cannot convince a dog with such force.
Care
Dense wool with a harder, slightly greasy undercoat repels water and dirt, so it does not need daily maintenance. Combing once or twice a week is enough, and during the annual molting, the undercoat is combed more often. Claws are trimmed, ears are examined.
Children
He is usually gentle and patient with the children of his family. Due to the size and strength, games with babies are controlled, and strangers' children should be introduced gradually.
Other animals
He usually gets along peacefully with pets that he has known since childhood. He can be wary and territorial towards unfamiliar dogs.
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
Average score: smart, but independent.
Zooaggression
Average score: usually peaceful, but territorial.
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
Average score: the coat is thick, but needs only combing and increased care during shedding.
Health
Breed screening
Breed screening: there are few descriptions of hereditary diseases of the "Polish Tatra Sheepdog" 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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog breed are coordinated with its age. If lameness or pain occurs, a veterinary examination is required.
Eyes and heart
The condition of the eyes and heart is included in the routine examination. The frequency of special examinations is determined according to the recommendations of the club and the veterinarian. It is useful to keep the results in the veterinary passport.
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