Bohemian Shepherd

• Group 1: Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs ( without Swiss Cattle Dogs)

• With working trial

Czechia

Chodenhund, Chodenländer dog

Bitches: 49-52 cm Males: 52-55 cm

18-25 kg

The Chodský pes ( Chodenhund, Chodenländer Dog) is a breed of dog from the Czech Republic. It is recognized by the Czech Canine Federation ČMKU, a first breed standard was established in 1984. From the FCI, the breed is not recognized.

Origin and History

The precursor of the Czech breed of dog guarded area Chod ( Chod ) house and home, helped with the pastures and were real all-purpose dog. End of the 20th century began with a few animals to rebuild these breeds. As the founder of the breed to Jan Findejs. 1984, the breed standard and the breed of dog Chodský pes in the Czech Republic were recognized in 1985 was the first litter.

Description

The Chodský pes is a medium sized dog at the withers is 49 to 55 cm at 18 to 25 kg. Typical of the dogs is their long stock hairy coat with a dense undercoat, black with tan markings above the eyes, cheeks, lower neck, legs and paws ( black and tan ). Shepherd Typical are the small triangular, close-set ears that face forward.

Nature

The breed standard describes the Chodenhund very spirited, easy to train, willing to learn and pleasant nature.

Use

The Chodský pes belongs to the working dogs. It is used as a protection dog, dog as pasture, as search and rescue dog and avalanche search service, even in dog sports. In addition, he is held as a family dog ​​.