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Bohemian Shepherd Puppies for Sale
Bohemian Shepherd
(Chodsky Pes
) (Chodenhund)
Nicka, Bohemian Shepherd (Chodsky Pes)
at 10 months old.
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Pronunciation |
Chodsky Pes = Hod-skee Pess |
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Description |
The Bohemian Shepherd is a medium-sized
shepherd, length marginally exceeding height. The dog has long, thick fur and a
rich undercoat, allowing him to withstand harsh weather. He has an exceptionally
harmonious build. Body is compact and well-proportioned. Typical
characteristics for the breed are as follows: erect ears, small, pointed, and
high set. An elegant, long neckline, also marked by long, rich fur. The gait is
fluid, light and unhurried. All Bohemian Shepherd puppies look almost
identical and don’t really start to show their adult coloring until they are
about 6 or 7 months. Some have medium length coats, but most of them have very
very furry and fluffy coats. They are also a medium sized dog - maximum 25 kg in
the breeding standard, minimum 16 kg. The only allowed coloring of its long coat
is black and tan. |
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Temperament |
This is an excellent dog for active people. Brilliant temperament. Brilliant learners.
The Bohemian Shepherd has lots of energy. This dog is not aggressive and
can be easily
trained. It requires training with a handler so it can do things like
accompany its handler during long walks or rides on a bike. Good with children,
other dogs and pets. This breed is great at agility, rescuing and
service-training. It can also be used for sledding. It has an excellent nose and
it exhibits aptitudes for working along side of handicapped people. The Bohemian
Shepherd makes an excellent watch dog. This breed possesses an outstanding
temperament, free of unstable or nervous behavior. The dog is friendly to both
his owner and his family, particularly to the children. Socialize well. Can be aloof with strangers
unless his family is threatened, when the dog will be both agile and courageous. An
excellent watch-dog and escort, capable of extensive training. With his ideal
medium size and excellent obedience, he can also excel in guide work. His
naturally keen sense of smell ensures his success as a rescue dog, helping to
locate victims of an avalanche. The dog also has a talent for herding and sled
work as well. Owners need to be firm, consistent and confident with this dog at all times, setting rules for the dog and sticking to them. The more intelligent the dog the more alpha they tend to be. All dogs crave leadership and the Bohemian Shepherd is no exception. Owners will run into issues with lack of leadership and or exercise. |
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Height, Weight |
Height: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm.)
Weight: 35-55 pounds (16-25 kg.) |
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Health Problems |
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Living Conditions |
The Bohemian Shepherd can live both inside
and outside, however it needs contact with people to be happy. It is very people
oriented and will not be happy isolated from human contact. |
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Exercise |
The Bohemian Shepherd love
strenuous activity, preferably combined with training of some kind, for these
dogs are very intelligent and crave a good challenge. They need to be taken on a
long daily walk. |
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Life Expectancy |
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Grooming |
Low maintenance, despite the long hair.
Normal shedding in the summer, of course, as would be expected with any other
shepherd type. |
Origin |
This dog is possibly one of the
predecessor to the German Shepherd, having been known to exist in the Czech
Republic as far back as the 1300's, and having been professionally bred as early
as the 1500's. (Centuries before the Germans decided to try and make their own
national breed). In 1984 a modern breeding program began for this dog in the CZ
and there are now numerous breeders. If you have a Chodsky Pes, you have a
pedigreed animal. This is not a Czechslovakian dog - it is only Czech, because
the Czech and Slovak Republics didn’t merge until the early 20th century, and
are, of course, separate once again. In the past, chodsky pes guarded
frontiers, later it was used as a watchdog and as a herder. |
Group |
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Recognition |
DRA |
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc. |
Nicka, the Bohemian Shepherd (Chodsky Pes)
at 1 year old - Her tongue looks soooo long because she was panting and tired from chasing the
ball all day!
Nicka, Bohemian Shepherd (Chodsky Pes)
at 9 ½ months old.
Nicka, Bohemian Shepherd
at 6 months.
Nicka, Bohemian Shepherd
at 5 months.
Nicka, Bohemian Shepherd (Chodsky Pes)
at 4 months after his bath.
Nicka, Bohemian Shepherd (Chodsky Pes)
at 3 months.
Nicka, Bohemian Shepherd (Chodsky Pes)
at 3 months.
Nicka, Bohemian Shepherd (Chodsky Pes)
at 2 months.
Nicka, Bohemian Shepherd (Chodsky Pes)
at 2 months.
Rikka, the Bohemian Shepherd (Chodsky Pes) at 15 months old.
Rikka, the Bohemian Shepherd (Chodsky Pes) at 15 months old with Zoe the cat.
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