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Carpathian Sheepdog (Lying, Muzzle)
Lying, Muzzle

Breed Information

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Name Carpathian Sheepdog
Other names Ciobănesc Românesc Carpatin, Romanian Carpathian Shepherd, Câine Ciobănesc Carpatin, Carpathian Sheepdog, Carpatin, Romanian Carpatin Herder, Rumanian Carpathian
Origin Romania
Breed Group Herding
Size Large
Type Purebred
Life span 12-14 years
Temperament

Courageous

Calm

Dignified

Height

Male: 25-29 inches (65-73 cm)

Female: 23-26 inches (59-67 cm)

Weight 71-99 pounds (32-45 kg)
Colors

Black

Gray

Litter Size 5-10 puppies
Puppy Prices

Average $1500 - $2000

Carpathian Sheepdogs are still a somewhat rare breed in the United States. In general, in buying to a legit Breeder you can expect to pay $1500 – $2000 to Carpathian Sheepdog puppies.

Breed Characteristics

Adaptability

2 stars

Apartment Friendly

1 stars

The Carpatin is not recommended for apartment life. It has an all-weather coat and will be content to live and sleep outdoors. His character demands an outdoor life.

Barking Tendencies

2 stars

Occassional

Cat Friendly

2 stars

Child Friendly

3 stars

Dog Friendly

3 stars

Exercise Needs

3 stars

This breed needs physical exercise and should be taken for a daily, long walk. In addition, it should have a yard or large space where it can safely run free.

Grooming

2 stars

The coat will benefit from occasional brushings.

Health Issues

2 stars

Hypoallergenic: No

Intelligence

3 stars

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Playfulness

2 stars

Shedding Level

3 stars

Moderate Shedding: Routine brushing will help. Be prepared to vacuum often!

Stranger Friendly

2 stars

Trainability

3 stars

Watchdog Ability

4 stars

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Carpathian Sheepdog Puppy (Side View, Muzzle)
Side View, Muzzle

Carpathian Sheepdog Names

Rank Boy Names Girl Names
01 Max Bella
02 Jack Molly
03 Toby Coco
04 Bear Luna
05 Rocky Abbie
06 Tucker Stella
07 Oliver Zoey
08 Louie Stella
09 Teddy Chloe
10 Bailey Penny
100 Cute Puppy Names ›

Overview

The Carpathian Sheepdog is a relatively large dog, rectangular in shape, always giving the impression of agility. Secondary sex characteristics are strongly pronounced, with the males being taller and stronger than the females.

A natural and courageous guard dog, calm, dignified and unconditionally attached to the herd and his master.  it has been said to battle bears in an attempt to protect flocks of sheep or his master from harm.

History

The Romanian Carpathian Shepherd Dog has been used for centuries by the Romanian shepherds in the Carpathian Mountains to defend the herds and guard the camps. Selection was based upon performance rather than breed type until the first breed standard was written in 1934. The Romanian Carpathian Shepherd Dog was recognized by the United Kennel Club July 1, 2006.

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