Country of origin: | Poland |
Registries: | Polish Tatra Sheepdog Club of America, Polish Tatra Sheepdog Club of Canada |
Occupation: | Livestock guardian |
Size: | 23 to 27 in tall; 110 to 150 lbs |
Longevity: | 9 to 11 years |
Exercise: | Moderate |
Training: | Challenge |
Grooming: | Sheds |
Colors: | White |
The largest of the great white mountain dogs of Central Europe, the Tatra Mountain Sheepdog (Owczarek Tatranski) is a classic flock guardian, although it was also used occasionally to pull carts. Independent by nature, it can become firmly attached to humans when raised from puppyhood as a canine companion. Its popularity, in Poland in particular, but also elsewhere in Europe and North America, has soared dramatically in the last 15 years.