Croatian Shepherd Dog
Chorvatský ovčák
Key facts
| FCI group | 1. Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs (except Swiss Cattle Dogs) |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Croatia |
| Category | Medium |
| Height at withers | 43–50 cm |
Recognition features
- Medium-sized spitz-type dog of rustic appearance with a fox-like head
- Wavy to curly, stand-off black coat
- Easy to train, lively and enduring
Purpose
A Croatian herding dog from Slavonia, used for herding, guarding and as a companion.
History
The breed developed over centuries in eastern Slavonia, most probably from descendants of the so-called "Pfahlbauhund". Prof. Stjepan Romić started systematic breeding in 1935, and the breed was first shown publicly at the first state dog show.
Coat
Profuse, dense, relatively soft coat, wavy to curly topcoat (6–14 cm) standing off; dense undercoat; black.
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