Romanian Bucovina Shepherd
Temperament:
The Romanian Bucovina Shepherd belongs to the Romanian herding dogs. In its homeland, it is called "Ciobănesc Românesc de Bucovina". Due to its large stature, it radiates self-confidence and pride. He guards the house and farm and protects his family. It was originally bred to protect herds of cattle and therefore needs a lot of exercise. It is not suitable for beginners. An experienced owner and appropriate training are necessary for a species-appropriate attitude.
Characteristics
The Romanian Bucovina Shepherd is recognized by the FCI and belongs to Group 2, Section 2: Mountain Dogs.
The Romanian Bucovina Shepherd is large, imposing and characterized by an upright posture. Males are significantly larger and heavier than females. The muscular build gives the dogs good stamina.
Compared to the massive head, the almond-shaped eyes appear rather small. They are set at an angle and the eye color is brown or slightly lighter. The V-shaped ears with slightly rounded tips are set relatively high and lie close to the head.
The coat of the Romanian Bucovina Shepherd is white or white-beige with black, gray or red patches. The undercoat is short and dense, the outer coat is long, smooth and coarse. The tail is bushy and there is a mane on the back of the neck.
Due to its imposing appearance, the Romanian Bucovina Shepherd appears proud and haughty. It is described as loyal, calm, even-tempered and protective. Due to its courageous character, it is mainly used as a guard dog. It can easily fend off dangerous animals such as wolves, lynxes and bears.
He is suspicious of strangers and barks with a strong voice, which also makes him a good watchdog. Due to these characteristics, it is only suitable as a family dog to a limited extent.
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The right food
When choosing food, make sure that it contains high-quality ingredients, is balanced and meets your dog's requirements. Age, size or weight, activity and health status play an important role. You should follow the manufacturer's recommendations for the amount of food.
Treats should only be fed in moderation and deducted from the basic diet to avoid obesity.
Puppies can be fed 4-6 times a day. The number of meals should be gradually reduced to 2 per day until the dog is fully grown. A rest period should be observed after meals.
Fresh drinking water should be available at all times.
Health & Care
Due to its use as a guard dog, the Romanian Bucovina Shepherd is adapted to all weather conditions and is therefore easy to care for.
The coat should be brushed regularly to remove dust and dirt. It is also important to check your dog thoroughly for ticks, as the culprits are often overlooked in thick fur.
Check your dog's eyes and ears regularly. Clean them carefully to avoid inflammation. It is also important to check the paws. As the Romanian Bucovina Shepherd spends a lot of time out in nature, thorns or stones can injure its paws. It is advisable to consult a vet in the event of injuries. If the claws do not wear off by themselves, they must be trimmed regularly with claw clippers.
Suitable accessories
The Romanian Bucovina Shepherd prefers to live outdoors. A large doghouse as a shelter is therefore recommended. The property where it lives should also be fenced in so that it can move freely in its territory.
Long walks are important. A tow lead is recommended when walking. This allows him to live out his urge to move. He also needs a collar.
For grooming, he needs a brush, tick tweezers and, if necessary, claw clippers to trim his claws.
Your dog will also need a food bowl and plenty of water bowls, a transport box or a secure transport device for transportation in the car and a first aid kit. It's best to ask your vet what should be in the first aid kit.
Origin & History
The Romanian Bucovina Shepherd originally comes from south-eastern Europe. It was originally a natural breed from the Carpathian Mountains, which lived in the border region between Romania and Serbia. Today it is a recognized herding dog.
Romania is one of the countries with a very old pastoral culture. Several thousand years ago, huge herds of sheep and goats were driven to distant mountain pastures in the spring and brought back to the valleys in the fall. Dogs were used to protect the herds from thieves and dangerous predators.
This breed played a special role in the breeding of special livestock guarding dogs. As early as the 18th century, the Romanian Bucovina Shepherd was bred here specifically as a guard and watchdog. It was intended to support the herdsmen and shepherds in their work. The region also gave the breed its name.
Although the Romanian Bucovina Shepherd was originally bred to protect livestock in the Carpathian Mountains, it has also become increasingly popular as a guard and family dog in recent years.
