Bucovina Shepherd Dog Southeastern European Shepherd, Bucovina Sheepdog, Romanian Bucovina Shepherd Dog, Dulău
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Summary The Bucovina Shepherd Dog is a large, robust livestock guardian breed from Romania, known for its courage and loyalty to its family. It has a double coat that’s typically white with black or grey markings and needs moderate to high exercise. Origin and Purpose Romania Livestock guardian Appearance Dimensions Gender Height Weight Female 64-72 cm (25-28 inches) 50-80 kg (110-176 lbs) Male 68-78 cm (27-31 inches) 50-90 kg (110-198 lbs)
Coat Attribute Notes Color White with clearly defined black or grey markings Solid white is accepted Type Length Short on head and front legs Medium to long on the body
Care Attribute Notes Shedding Grooming Drooling
Body Attribute Notes Head Skull Ears Set high Triangular Rounded tip Falling Close to cheeks Eyes Small Almond-shaped Brown or dark hazel Nose Muzzle Teeth Neck Forequarters Fore Legs Hindquarters Hind Legs Feet Large Oval Compact Well arched toes Tail Set on high Thick Reaches hock or lower Saber or curved Gait
Temperament Calm Balanced Very courageous Efficient watchdog Very attached to his master Suspicious of strangers Social Attribute Notes Affectionate with Family Good with Children Good with Dogs Good with Cats Openness to Strangers Playfulness Level Protective Nature Adaptability Level
Working Roles Livestock guardian Companion Exercise Needs Health Additional Notes Requires firm and consistent training Needs plenty of space Not suitable for apartment living Prone to hip dysplasia References 
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