Other names: Tatra Shepherd Dog, Polski Owczarek Podhalanski, Tatra Shepherd Dog
The Polish Shepherd Podhale is a large dog, of robust construction, imposing and compact. Releasing a lot of power and mobility, it resembles the Pyrenean Mountain Dog. Like the latter, the is large and covered with a thick white coat.
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 Hair type |
Long |
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 Origin |
Poland |
 Template |
Big |
 Head shape |
Triangular |
 Weight and size |
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| Sex | Weight | Cut |
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| Female | From 40 kg to 45 kg | From 60 cm to 65 cm |
| Male | From 50 kg to 55 kg | From 65 cm to 70 cm |
History of the breed
The Polish Shepherd of Podhale was, as its other name (Tatra Shepherd Dog) indicates, used for the protection of flocks of sheep in the Tatra Mountains , straddling the present-day Poland and Slovakia. The breed is of very ancient origin : its first representatives of the breed would, in fact, have emerged as early as the 14th century after various crosses between the Hungarian Shepherd Kuvasz and the Tibetan Shepherd, among others. Valiant in the face of predators threatening the herds, he demonstrated his courage and his protective instinct with the shepherds, but also in the homes, where he gradually established himself as an outstanding guardian and companion.
World War II almost got the better of the breed’s numbers, but passionate breeders managed to save it by ensuring quality litters. The Polish Shepherd of Podhale was definitively recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) on October 5, 1963.
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Physical features
His hair: long, profuse, straight and hard in texture on the neck, trunk and tail. Shorter on the head, muzzle, front of forelegs and lower hind limbs. Cover coat associated with an abundant undercoat.
Its color: uniformly white.
His head: lean, well proportioned to the body, carried moderately high. The skull is slightly convex, the frontal groove very slightly marked, the stop clearly marked.
Its ears: moderately long, thick, triangular in shape, well furnished with hair, with a mobile pinna, set at or a little higher than the outer corner of the eye.
His eyes: medium in size, slightly slanted, dark brown in color and very expressive.
Its body: elongated (more in the female than the male), massive, inscribable in a rectangle. The withers are clearly marked and wide, the back straight, the kidney wide and well set, the croup oblique and gently sloping, the rib cage deep, the ribs sloping and slightly flattened, the belly very slightly raised.
Its tail: covered with abundant hair forming a plume, set moderately high, carried above the back when the dog is active.
Behavior and character
| Affectionate | |
|---|---|
| Calm | |
| Protective | |
| Independent | |
| Hunter | |
| Barks / howls |
Behavior with others
| Cohabitation with children | |
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| Sociable with other animals | |
| Love strangers |
Calm, vigilance and intelligence are the main character traits of the Polish Shepherd of Podhale. Qualities which make it both an excellent dog for herd and property guarding , but also a most pleasant companion.
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Education
| Clever | |
|---|---|
| Obedient |
We can’t afford to be too easy on the Polish Shepherd Podhale puppy. Otherwise, we risk finding ourselves facing an adult who is particularly difficult to control. It is therefore recommended to educate him with a certain firmness , but without seeking the balance of power. Intelligent and attached to his master , he will always want to please him, which facilitates his learning.
Living conditions
| Suitable for apartment living | |
|---|---|
| Good for new masters | |
| Love it hot | |
| Love the cold |
The Polish Shepherd of Podhale is made to live outdoors , in the countryside or in a large fenced garden. He is much less comfortable in an apartment . This dog is therefore intended for owners who are available and have good knowledge of dog training to know how to manage it early enough.
Health
| Solid | |
|---|---|
| Ease of gaining weight |
The Polish Shepherd Podhale is a robust and resistant dog, who fears practically nothing about health as long as it is taken care of properly. While there is no particular predisposition to any disease for this breed, however, the risk of hip dysplasia cannot be completely ruled out, as with any large dog. The risk of contracting an ear infection is also present, with his ears hanging down.
Hypoallergenic breed
No
Litter size
Between 2 and 9 puppies
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Life expectancy
Minimum: 10 years
Maximum: 12 years
The life expectancy of a Polish Podhale Shepherd is, on average, between 10 years and 12 years.
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Maintenance and hygiene
| Ease of maintenance | |
|---|---|
| Cost of maintenance | |
| Hair loss |
| Drool level | |
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| Ease of grooming |
The Polish Podhale Shepherd loses a lot of hair during its moult , which makes constant and frequent brushing necessary during this period. The rest of the year, its maintenance remains fairly simple.
It is recommended to brush the dog once a week in the usual time and every day during the moult. You can wash it once or twice a year to maintain the shine of its beautiful white dress, but no more.
Price and budget
Purchase price
The purchase price of a Polish Podhale Shepherd is between 900 € and 1300 €.
Annual maintenance cost
The annual maintenance cost of a Polish Shepherd of Podhale is between NC and NC.
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Physical activity
| Athletic | |
|---|---|
| Energy level | |
| Potential to play |
Despite his calm temperament, the Polish Shepherd of Podhale is a working and active dog by nature . He cannot therefore be satisfied with brief outings which only allow him to defecate. His daily walks must be long to satisfy his need for exercise.
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Calm |
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FCI Information
FCI No.
252
FCI Group
Group 1: Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs (except Swiss Cattle Dogs)
Recognized by FCI
Since 1963
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