Polish Tatra Sheepdog Dog Breed Information

Posted on Dec 7, 2019, Modified : Apr 20, 2020 Zina

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Polish Tatra Sheepdog is a large-sized dog breed that has skill for both herding and guarding. Since they are herding and guarding dog, they need a family that is very active, loving, and experienced. They are not at all suited for a novice dog owner.

With a big, muscular body that is covered with a white coat, Polish Tatra Sheepdog looks smaller and adorable version of the Polar Bear. They are also not suited in an apartment and do great in an open place where they can perform their activity without any interference. They do well in a big farm guarding the farm animals.

Origin and History

The Polish Tatra Sheepdog was originated in the Tarter region of Poland as a livestock guardian dog. It was very popular among mountain workers for centuries. They were highly intelligent and had enough knowledge to gather all the sheep and stand by their side when there are some preditors instead of attacking the preditor. They were not only kept for guarding livestock but also kept as a personal guard and guarding properties.

After the World War, the Polish Tatra Sheepdog was on the verge of extinction. However, the FCI started breeding more of the breeds in 1960 and soon the breed was revived.

Temperament, Behavior, and Personality

Temperament: The temperament of the Polish Tatra Sheepdog is calm, independent, and smart. They are also a very protective dog that makes them naturally alert to the activities around them. They are a great watchdog as well as a guard dog that is loving towards family and wary of strangers.

Behavior: Polish Tatra Sheepdog is very territorial and since they are protective dogs, they tend to get suspicious at the sight of anything. With their loud bark, they warn their owner about someone’s presence or something unusual that is going on in the surrounding.

Personality: The personality of the Polish Tatra Sheepdog is loving, devoted, and gentle. They are very loyal and devoted to their family and especially towards one particular person that they see as a leader. They are gentle and loving which makes them a great choice for an experienced dog owner.

Trainability

Polish Tatra Sheepdog is a very intelligent dog breed that is not hard to train. Although they need a firm leader who can train them with consistency. A novice owner will not be able to train this dog. Positive reinforcement is the best method for motivation and encouragement. Be patient with them and enroll them in agility.

Teaching the Polish Tatra Sheepdog new tricks.

Is Polish Tatra Sheepdog Child-Friendly?

Although Polish Tatra is originally bred as a guardian dog, it is very gentle and calm with the family. Therefore, they get along with children very well. They are very loving and gentle with kids and love to be around them. However, they are a huge dog that can accidentally knock on small kids. Therefore, close supervision is necessary whenever they are interacting with each other.

Polish Tatra Sheepdog and a boy cuddling.
Image Source: Instagram-@ayla_chiara_tatra

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Polish Tatra Sheepdog is one of the rarest dogs in the world with only around 7,500 remaining.
Although the FCI and the UKC (two of the major kennel clubs) have recognized this breed, the AKC still has not recognized it.

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General Health	Healthy
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Hypoallergenic	No
Vaccination Required	Rabies, Canine Coronavirus, Kennel Cough, Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Parainfluenza, Leptospirosis
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Polish Tatra Sheepdog is generally a healthy dog breed with few possible canines and genetic health conditions.

Hip Dysplasia: It is a condition where the hip joints of your dog either are underdeveloped or are dislocated from its original place. There will be a sharp pain on their back making them painful to move from one place to another.
Hypothyroidism: The abnormality of the thyroid gland that results in a decrease in the metabolic state of your dog is called hypothyroidism. It causes loss of hair, skin irritation, intolerant of cold, and weight gain. Give your dog a proper medication and thyroid pill.