Slovak Cuvac
- Group 1: Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs ( without Swiss Cattle Dogs)
- Section 1: Sheepdogs
- Without working trial
Slovakia
Slovenský Cuvac
Male: 62-70 cm Female: 59-65 cm
Male: 36-44 kg Female: 31-37 kg
The Slovenský Cuvac is one of the FCI (No. 142, Gr. 1 sec 1) recognized breed of dog from Slovakia.
Origin and History
The Slovenský Cuvac, actually Slovenský Cuvac belongs to the white-haired guard dogs of Europe. The name was derived from the Slovak word Cuvat ( " listen " for some archaic or " guard, be careful " ) and points to the vigilance of these dogs.
The Slovensky Cuvac is based in Slovakia. According to the studbook, the breed started with dogs from the Tatra mountains. The first litter records date from 1929. The studbook was founded in 1933, created by Anton Hruza, a professor at the Veterinary University in Brno.
Description
The Slovensky Cuvac is a large white mountain shepherd dog that has a strong bone structure and an even temperament. His hair color is pure white, a yellowish approach to ear is permitted but not desirable. The long-haired coat is slightly wavy, but not curly and not parted on the back. Slovensky Cuvac must not be bathed, cut or trimmed. The hair is largely self -cleaning, from time to brush, especially in the time of moulting is sufficient. The texture of the coat prevents the summer before trap heat in the winter it keeps the body heat stored. The eyes should be dark brown in color and oval in shape. Eyelids, lips, nose and paw pads are black. The ears are set high, not too long and close fitting to the head. The richly furred tail is ( resembling a cigar shape ) at rest, must be suspended worn, but must be swung sickle-shaped over the croup in excitement. Rolled up or lying on the back rods are not allowed. The movements of the Slovensky Cuvac are easy, ground covering and flowing with a preference for a harmonious trot. At a size of up to 65 cm in females and up to 70 cm in males and its dense coat represents the Slovensky Cuvac an imposing appearance dar.
Nature and properties
The Slovensky Cuvac is in accordance with prudent socialization quite friendly and outgoing but also alert. Strangers and unfamiliar situations against it behaves cautiously, waiting and restrained. He is a pleasant companion dog which can also be used for tasks such as therapy, search and rescue dogs work. Because of its naturally predisposed protector behavior may Slovensky the Cuvac not be formed in the direction of Schutzhund. The Slovensky Cuvac must not harshly, but needs to be educated with sovereign calmness, patience and level-headed consequence.
The Cuvac guarded before the flock, house and / or yard. Today he proves himself because of his watchful, balanced and compliant behavior within the family.