Croatian Sheepdog Behavior

The Croatian Sheepdog was originated in Croatia which was used as a herding dog for sheep. It is a medium-sized dog that is covered with a black, wavy or curly coat.

Although they have a background as a shepherd dog, they now are popular as a family companion. They are a very active dog that needs an energetic dog owner who can provide them with regular activities like hiking, jogging, and other exercises.

Croatian Sheepdog does great in a house with a yard but is not best suited in an apartment. They will help you in your house chore too and are happy to do so. They are friendly with everyone and are suited for all age people.

Temperament of the Croatian Sheepdog

The temperament of the Croatian Sheepdog is very active, loyal, and affectionate. They thrive on human company and forms a very strong bond with one particular person.

They chose one particular person from the family and choose to obey him or her only while loving other members of the family too. If you are someone who loves hiking and doing physical exercise, Croatian Sheepdog makes an excellent companion for you.

As an active and agile dog, Croatian Sheepdog does not at all suits for a lazy owner or someone who cannot give them time for exercise. If they do not get the required exercise, they tend to get anxious, depressed, and even destructive. Your neighbor will face a constant barking of your dog. So, provide them with enough exercise so they are healthy and happy.

Personality of the Croatian Sheepdog

The personality of the Croatian Sheepdog is loyal, smart, loving, and devoted. They are devoted to the family especially to one specific person. They tend to get along with children as well as other pets on the house pretty well.

Although if there are small animals at house, they should be raised together and supervised properly as Croatian Sheepdog herding instinct might hit sometime. They are smart and tend to catch on new instruction and commands quickly.

A firm and consistent leader is needed for training and one should develop strong leadership on them. Croatian Sheepdog tends to respond well to positive methods of training, so reward them with treats and lots of vocals praises. This will keep them motivated and focused on the training.

Is Croatan Sheepdog Child-Friendly?

Croatian Sheepdog gets along with children very well. They are very loving towards them and adores them but are not tolerant of their harsh behavior. So, they are best suited with older children who know to behave around dogs and handle them gently.

If you are keeping Croatian Sheepdog with small kids, they need to be supervised properly and small kids need to be taught to behave around them.

What Makes Croatian Sheepdog Aggressive?

Croatian Sheepdog is not an aggressive dog in general. They are loving and friendly with their family but not aggressive. Their aggression depends on the type of environment they are raised in. If they are raised in a harsh environment, they tend to grow up to be an aggressive dog. If they are raised in a good environment, they grow up to be a gentle breed.

How Does Croatian Sheepdog Behave Around Strangers?

Croatian Sheepdog is shy and suspicious of strangers. They will bark and warn their owner if they sense any suspicious activities going in the surrounding. Although they are not likely to get aggressive and bite. Early socialization is needed for them to be warm around strangers and greet them in a friendly manner.

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