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| Breed Group : | Herding |
| Weight : | male: 40-50 lbs ( 18 - 22kg ) ; female : 30-40 lbs ( 13.6-18 kg ) |
Height :
| male: 18-20 inches ( 45-51 centimeters ); female: 17-19 inches ( 43-48 centimeters ) |
| Breed Overview Information : | The Polish Lowland Sheepdog breed is also called as the Polish Owczarek Nizinny. In the 13th century, this dog originated in Poland. They are really good companions and are used for guarding and herding the sheep and cattle. After the World War II, the Polish Lowland Sheepdog was almost extinct leaving to males and one female alive. They are the foundation of those sheepdogs that exist today although they are not so many in the United States. |
| Breed Character Information : | The Polish Lowland Sheepdog is medium-sized and compact. They are also powerful and muscular. This dog breed is very athletic ad often independent and durable. Their curiosity improves their capacity to think and they are usually active and alert. |
| Breed Coat Information : | A double coat breed, the Polish Lowland Sheepdog possesses a thick and straight but shaggy looking outer coat. The whole body is covered with hair including the head and the eyes. Their undercoat usually is soft and dense. The Polish Lowland Sheepdog sheds averagely. |
| Breed Temperament Information : | The Polish Lowland Sheepdog is not best for those who want to adopt dog for the very first time. They usually think on their own and are independent. Whenever they meet dogs of the same gender they become very much aggressive. It is not recommended that you raise them with other pets or cats in particular. They are working breed that is why they should not be used as solely pets. On the one hand, they become destructive when they are bored. However, they are protecting their family from danger and alarm them whenever there is a stranger. They are very nice with children whom they have been with when they are still puppies. Most of the time, this breed is very messy. |
| Breed Ownership Information : | In order to be good owners of the Polish Lowland Sheepdog breed, you must have the knowledge about this breed and knows how to take care of it. Remember that you can adopt a dog in the Polish Lowland Sheepdog breeders or the Polish Lowland Sheepdog rescuers. |
| Breed Activity Information : | Apartment living is not the best place for the Polish Lowland Sheepdog breed. They should also be given enough exercise so that their health will be guided very well. Their minds should also have their own exercise. Their hobbies are hiking, running and some family interaction. They work best when they are doing activities with their family. |
| Breed Care Information : | Daily brushing can prevent their coat from matting and tangling. It can also remove loose and dead hair. It is not required that you bathe the Polish Lowland Sheepdog everyday. It should only be done when necessary |
| Breed Training Information : | It is better if you train them to socialize with other people at an early age. This will improve their interaction skills. On the one hand, their trainer must be firm when holding the training so that they will learn much. Trainers should also be consistent |
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