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Slovensky Cuvac
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Slovensky Cuvac
(Slovak Cuvac) (Slovakian Chuvach) (Tatransky Cuvac) (Slovensky Kuvac)
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Pronunciation |
chew-votch |
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Description |
The Slovensky has a powerful neck that
is the same length as its head. The chest is broad with well-sprung
ribs. The thighs and hips are muscular. The hair on the tail is dense. The
white coat has a thick topcoat over a dense undercoat. |
Temperament
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The Slovensky Cuvac is a powerful, calm,
loyal flock guardian. It is a fearless defender of its territory and
"pack", whether it be humans or animals. These dogs have been
know to be dramatically affectionate with members of its own family, but reserved with and even suspicious of
strangers. They are wonderful with children in their own
family. Cuvac are natural guardians of their families, especially of the
children. This breed can be stubborn, with an independent nature, which
must be overcome with proper training, along with a firm, confident, consistent pack leader. It has been said that once a Cuvac
has learned something they never forget it. This breed requires a dominant owner and someone
who understands the instincts of flock guardians. This is not a breed for
the average pet owner. |
Height, Weight
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Weight: 66-99 pounds (30-45 kg.)
Height: 22-27.5 inches (50-70 cm.) |
Health
Problems |
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Living
Conditions |
The Slovensky Cuvac is not recommended
for apartment life. They will do best on a farm or a ranch. They are fairly active indoors and do best with at least a large yard. They
do best in a large family with children, a lot of space and livestock to
care for. |
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Exercise |
The Kuvasz needs vigorous daily exercise.
If they are not actively working as a flock guardian, they need to be taken on a
daily, long
brisk walk or jog. Exercising should help with chewing or digging problems - in hopes that it will
tire the dog out. |
Life
Expectancy |
About 11-13 years |
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Grooming |
The Slovensky is a very heavy seasonal shedder.
The dense undercoat is like wool and requires vigorous brushing and
bathing in the spring. Brush
frequently to cut back on unwanted loose hair. |
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Origin |
The Slovensky Cuvac is well documented
as fare back as the 17th century. As wolves slowly disappeared from the
European mountains and modern herding practices came about, the Cuvac almost became extinct.
A man by the name of Dr. Antonin Hruza of the Brno School of Veterinary Medicine
saved the breed with his successful breeding program after World War II. A
written standard was established and approved in 1964, and the breed was
recognized internationally in 1969. The Slovensky is similar to the Kuvasz, however the Kuvasz is a slightly
larger breed. It is a
popular companion in Central Europe, but is still relatively quite rare. The
breeds name is spelled Cuvac in Czechoslovakian, but the English and
German spelling, Tchouvatch, reflects the pronunciation
(chew-votch). Some of their talents are guarding flock against wolves and
other predators, hunting big game to border patrol or search &
rescue. |
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Group |
Flock Guardian |
Recognition |
FCI, NKC, CKC, APRI, ACR, DRA |
FCI = Fédération
Cynologique Internationale
NKC = National
Kennel Club
CKC = Continental Kennel Club
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
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