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Karst Shepherd

A robust, medium-large livestock guardian dog with a thick iron-grey double coat and calm, self-confident disposition. Ancient breed from the Karst Plateau region developed for centuries to guard livestock from predators including wolves and bears.

Life span
10–13 years
Origin
Slovenia
Karst Shepherd dog breed

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Important information

Species / Genre
Dog
Life span
10–13 years
Temperament
Protective, loyal, courageous, confident, calm, independent
Origin
Slovenia
Breed group
Working
Weight
30–40 kg
Height
57–63 cm

About

Karst Shepherd

Description

A robust, medium-large livestock guardian dog with a thick iron-grey double coat and calm, self-confident disposition. Ancient breed from the Karst Plateau region developed for centuries to guard livestock from predators including wolves and bears.

History

Ancient livestock guardian breed native to the Karst Massif region of Slovenia, used for centuries to guard livestock from wolves and bears. Originally recognized by FCI in 1939 as the Illyrian Shepherd Dog, renamed to Karst Shepherd in 1968.

Temperament

Personality traits

Protective loyal courageous confident calm independent

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