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Catalonian Sheepdog |
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| group: herding |
height: m
18.5-21.5" / 47 to 55 cm, f 17.5-20.5" / 45 to
53 cm
weight: m 40 lbs / 18.14
kg,
f ~35 lbs / 15.88 kg |
| types: |
Gos d’Atura (long
slightly wavy coat), d’Atura Cerda (short smooth coat) |
| colors: |
mixture of medium to
dark fawn, reddish brown, sable with chestnut, silver to
blackish grey, black and white. frost-coated colored black
(mostly black with white). mixture of black, fawn and reddish
brown, varying in dominance, giving a black and tan appearance.
may have a few white hairs, star shape on chest or upper
part of toes (as long as nails are not white). black and
white spots are not preferred |
| physical traits: |
medium size |
| hair type: |
long, flat, or very
slightly wavy, rough with abundant undercoat, hair does
not block vision
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personality/
temperament: |
brave, courageous, intelligent,
loyal, obedient, hard working, vigilant, easy to train, energetic,
active, very hardy, sturdy against raw elements, devoted
to shepherd and flock work, wary of strangers. some can be
unsociable, overly shy, nervous or aggressive |
maintenance/
special needs:
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easy to train, extra exercise,
regular brushing, needs stimulation |
| nickname: |
Catalan Sheepdog, Catalonian
Shepherd, Gos d'Atura Catalá, Perro de Pastor Catalán |
| origination: |
Catalonia, Southern Spain |
| bred for: |
driving flocks, livestock
herding/guarding |
| identifying traits: |
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| ideal for: |
companion, guarding, protection,
herding, military dog, police dog, prefers open spaces |
| good with kids? |
yes |
| life expectancy: |
12-14 yrs |
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| of interest: |
during molting coat sheds
in two distinct parts - first the back then the front giving
the appearance that the dog has two different type of coats
at once |
| health concerns: |
hip dysplasia |
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| kennel
clubs: |
fci -
(sheepdog dog breed group), arba - (herding dog breed group) |
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