Human orientation
High score: affectionate and sociable. Behavior depends on upbringing.
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Slovak rough-coated dog
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History of the breed Slovak rough-haired dog
Origin: Slovakia
Bred by Koloman Slimak from German Wirehaired Pointers, Weimaraners and Czech Fouseks, also with Pudelpointer influence. The goal is a hardy hunting dog for birds, hares and even deer-sized game. The breed came to Great Britain in 1997, and it was shown at Crafts in 2007.
Slovak Wirehaired Pointer is a large (57-68 cm, over 27 kg) hunting dog with a hard wire coat, whiskers and a gray "sable" coat. Kind, sociable, intelligent, calm at home, energetic outside. Needs lots of movement and gentle nurturing.
Sizeaverage
OriginSlovakia
Life is nearby
Suitable for hunters and active families with space. Calm at home, but needs daily long walks.
Walks
High: one to two hours of walking per day and swimming.
Training
Sensitive to rough handling, so the upbringing is gentle, consistent, with rewards. The hunting instinct can lead to prey, so walks should be in safe places until the dog is trained.
Care
The hard coat is combed regularly to remove debris; bathing infrequently. Ears are examined, claws are trimmed.
Children
Gets along well with children if socialized from an early age. Contacts under supervision.
Other animals
It usually gets along well with other pets, especially if it grew up together. Gets along with dogs after early socialization.
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-high rating: intelligent, sensitive to pressure.
Zooaggression
Medium-high score: get along, especially if you grew up together.
Health and reproductive risks
There is no comparable survival estimate for the breed in the British cohort used. Among the described breed risks: hip dysplasia, progressive retinal atrophy, cataracts; examination of the parents is confirmed with the veterinarian.
Ease of care
Medium-high rating: stiff wool without complex shearing.
Health
Hip dysplasia
Dysplasia of the hip joints: the results of examinations of both parents are requested, the weight is kept within the norm, and the lameness is shown to the veterinarian. Sometimes allergies also occur.
Progressive retinal atrophy
Progressive retinal atrophy: an inherited disease that gradually leads to blindness. Genetic tests and ophthalmological examinations of the parents allow you to assess the risk before buying.
Cataract
Cataract: clouding of the lens; regular examinations by a veterinary ophthalmologist, changes in vision or the appearance of the eyes are not ignored.
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