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Polish Mountain Dog (Tatra Mountain Dog)
Large Breed
The Polish Mountain Dog is a courageous breed with a lively and energetic nature, loving to spend time in the great outdoors.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Poland
Weight
66-99 lbs / 30-45 kgs (standards may vary)
Height
Males 65-70 cm / 26-28 Inches; Females 60-65 cm / 24-26 Inches (standards may vary)
Coat
Head, forelegs and hind legs covered in short, dense hair; the neck and the body are covered in long, thick, and straight hair which is hard to the touch.
Markings
White. Some cream-coloured patches can be found
Lifespan
Average 10-12 years
They are very affectionate to their family and completely devoted to it. They are talented sheepdogs in addition to performing well as guard and watchdogs. Polish Mountain Dogs are a calm breed who are hard workers and dependable, loving friends.
Temperament
The Polish Mountain Dog is energetic and loving. It is alert and intelligent with a calm temperament. A good herding dog and excellent flock guardian it is courageous and agile. Very affectionate to its family it will protect them and its territory. The Polish Mountain Dog requires early socialisation and gentle but consistent training; it does not respond well to harsh handling.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
The Polish Mountain Dog is a beautiful breed with a loving and friendly nature towards its family, and will protect them and its territory. Originally the Polish Mountain Dog was bred as a flock guardian and herding dog.
- A very good companion
- Excellent guard dog
- Happy in most climates
- Coat needs regular brushing
- Requires sufficient daily exercise and mental stimulation
- Requires seasonal trimming and stripping
- Not suited to apartment lifestyle
- Not suitable for novice owners