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Bukovina Sheepdog
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Bukovina Sheepdog
(Ciobanesc Romanesc de Bucovina)
(Ciobanesc de Bucovina) (Romanian Bukovina Sheepdog) (Bukovina Wolfdog) (Bukovinac) (Bucovina Sheepdog)
Jimmy de Humor - Photo Courtesy of Lucian Bolcas - Bucharest, Romania.
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Description |
The Bukovina's head is massive, slightly elevated with respect to the back
line. The skull is moderately wide. The stop is
slightly marked. The nose is black well developed and wide. The muzzle has the
shape of a truncated cone, of the same length as the skull, well developed. It
becomes progressively narrow towards the extremity but it is never pointed. The
lips are thick, well applied, with strong pigmentation. This breed should have
strong jaws, with healthy white teeth and a scissors bite. Level bite is
allowed. The cheeks are not prominent The eyes are small in comparison with the
dimensions of the skull, almond-shaped and slanting, chestnut colored or
slightly lighter, never yellow. Eyelids are well pigmented. The ears are
implanted relatively high, “V” shaped, with the extremity slightly rounded,
fallen, and very close to the cheeks. The neck is
moderately long, bulky and strong, without dewlap. The muscular body is massive
with a well supported back. The chest is wide and tall, reaching the level of
the elbows with well arched ribs. When the dog is relaxed it tends to hold the
tail low, reaching the point of the hock or even lower. When the dog is alert
and is paying attention or is in action, the tale is elevated. In this case it
may rise above the level of the back, sickle shaped. The skin is thick, well
applied and dark gray. The hair is short on the head and on the fore face of the
legs. On the body, the hair is abundant, straight, thicker and harder, 2½- 3½
inches (6-9 cm.) long. The next layer of hair is shorter and thick, with a
lighter color. On the neck, the hair is longer and forms a head of hair (mane).
On the backside of the legs, the hair forms fringes of moderate length. The tail
is bushy, covered with longer and thicker hair. Coat color: the background must
be white with well-defined, sand-charcoal colored, black or brindled patches. On
the legs, there can be little black or other color drops. Uniform colors:
Uniform robes (without spots) completely white or black are accepted but not
preferred by breeders and in show rings. |
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Temperament |
The Bukovina Sheepdog was bred to
protect sheep flocks and cattle herds. It is an excellent watchdog. This breed
is balanced, calm, very devoted, loves children. The dogs used as flock guardians do not trust strangers.
Excellent watchdog for herds, courageous and very combative where potential
predators are concerned (bear, wolf, lynx). Has a powerful bark. If strangers or
animals come close to its territory, the fact is signaled by a very powerful
bark, with al low tonality that can be heard from very long distances. During
the night it patrols around the property or herds. The objective in training this
dog is to achieve a pack leader status. It is a natural instinct for a dog to have an order in their pack. When we humans live with dogs, we become their pack. The entire pack cooperates
under a single leader. Lines are clearly defined and rules are set. Because a dog communicates his displeasure with growling and eventually biting, all other humans MUST be higher up in the order than the dog. The humans must be the ones making the decisions, not the dogs. That is the only way your relationship with your dog can be a complete success. |
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Height, Weight |
Height: Males: 27-30 inches (68-78 cm.)
Height: Females: 25-28 inches (64-72 cm)
Weight: in accordance with the size |
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Health Problems |
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Living Conditions |
An adult
Bukovina Sheepdog needs plenty
of space to run around with a large back yard. They love to play, just let them
outside. |
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Exercise |
This breed needs a
long daily walk.
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Life Expectancy |
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Grooming |
Brushed daily |
Origin |
The
Bukovina Sheepdog
is a native breed formed in the Carpathic region, in Bucovina, specifically in
the North-East of Romania. This breed has been given a special attention where
selection and improvement are concerned. This fact led to the existence of the
actual type. In this region, this breed’s individuals are used with great
success for guarding herds and property. This dog is also very well known under
the name of "DULAU" (shepherd’s dog) or "CAPAU".
The first standard was written in 1982 and updated in 2001 by the Asociatia
Chinologica Romana (Romanian Kennel Club). The present standard, dating from
29.03.2002, was written and updated according to the model established by the
1987 FCI General Assembly from Jerusalem. |
Group |
Flock Guardian |
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Recognition |
FCI, CKC, NKC, APRI, NKC, ACR, DRA |
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FCI = Fédération
Cynologique Internationale
CKC = Continental
Kennel Club
NKC = National
Kennel Club
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
NKC = National
Kennel Club
ACR = American Canine Registry
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc. |
Aluna - Photo Courtesy of Lucian Bolcas - Bucharest, Romania.
Ada, the Romanian Sheepdog of Bucovina (Ciobanesc Romanesc de Bucovina) puppy
at 2 months old. She is living in a village near Buzau, Romania.
Understanding Dog Behavior
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