🐕 Kuvasz (or Hungarian Kuvasz)
The Hungarian Kuvasz is an ancient breed, historically used in Hungary as a shepherd dog to protect herds from predators and thieves. Also used for hunting since the 15th century, the Kuvasz is a powerful and respected dog, with origins dating back several centuries.
✨ Breed Characteristics
- Name: Kuvasz (or Hungarian Kuvasz)
- Origin: Hungary
- Type: Working, guarding, and protection dog
- Hypoallergenic? No ❌
📊 Quick Facts
- Weight:
- Male: 48-52 kg
- Female: 38-50 kg
- Height:
- Male: 71-76 cm
- Female: 66-71 cm
- Life expectancy: 12-14 years
- Exercise needs: 1.5 to 2 hours per day
- Apartment living: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (not suitable for apartment living, prefers a large fenced yard)
🧠 Personality (out of 5 stars)
- Intelligent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Affectionate: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Protective: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Playful: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Vocalizations: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Obedient: ⭐⭐☆☆☆
- Hunter: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Calm: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Athletic: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Independent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
🐾 Compatibility with
- Children: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (compatible, but requires supervision)
- Other animals: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (good compatibility but needs to be properly socialized)
- Strangers: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (very protective, tends to be reserved with outsiders)
- Apartment living: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (requires a large and secure space to be happy)
🧼 Maintenance & care
- Ease of maintenance: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Maintenance cost: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Frequency of care:
- Brushing: Its thick and dense coat requires regular brushing to avoid tangles.
- Hygiene: Ear cleaning and general maintenance to ensure its well-being.
- Physical activity: The Kuvasz is a very active dog, it needs regular physical activity to stay balanced.
- Specific care:
- Coat: Frequent grooming is necessary to keep its fur healthy, especially during shedding periods.
- Exercise: The Kuvasz is a working dog, so it needs a large yard and long walks to expend energy.
💰 Budget
- Purchase price: 1000-2000 €
- Coût annuel moyen (vétérinaire, accessoires, alimentation) :
🏡 Important note
The Hungarian Kuvasz is a large dog with a protective nature, ideal for families with a large outdoor space. It is not recommended for apartment living due to its exercise and space needs. This dog, while affectionate with its family, can be distant with strangers and requires firm training and early socialization for harmonious development.
The Kuvasz is an impressive breed, both gentle and protective, that will be an excellent companion for families with needs for guarding and work, while having enough space to thrive. 🌿🐾
