Kintamani-Bali Dog (Kintamani Dog)

 🐾 Express story  

The Kintamani-Bali Dog, also known as the Kintamani Dog, originates from the island of Bali, Indonesia. Its breed takes its name from the village of Kintamani, located in the volcanic highlands of the island. This dog has a long history of being used as a versatile working dog: it served to guard villages, protected homes from intrusions, and assisted in hunting pests. Its loyal and protective nature has made it a trusted companion for the people of Bali. However, the breed remains relatively unknown outside the island.  

 🐕 Portrait of the breed  

The Kintamani-Bali dog is a medium-sized, elegant dog with a dense coat, often white, and a light mane around its neck. This dog is valued for its loyalty, intelligence, and friendly nature. Although it has working dog roots, it is also a good companion, protective, and loyal to its family. Its reputation among the people of Bali makes it a dog deeply rooted in the local culture.  

 🔍 In short  

- Hypoallergenic: No  

- Weight: 12-20 kg 

- Size: 40-55 cm  

- Life expectancy: 12-15 years  

- Need for physical activity: 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours per day  

 ❤️ Personnality & compatibility  

- Intelligent: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆  

- Affectionate: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆   

- Protector: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆  

- Player: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆   

- Vocalizations: ⭐⭐☆☆☆  

- Obedient: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆   

- Hunter: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆   

- Calm: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆   

- Sporty: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆  

- Independent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆   

Compatibility:  

- With the children: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆  

- With the animals: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆   

- With the unknows: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆   

- In apartment: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆   

> Good to know: The Kintamani Dog can get along well with children if socialized properly from a young age. However, monitoring interactions remains essential to ensure everyone's safety.  

 🛠 Hygiene & care  

- Maintenance difficulty: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆  

- Maintenance cost: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆  

- Maintenance frequency: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆  

> The Kintamani-Bali dog has a short, dense coat that requires regular brushing to maintain its cleanliness. General maintenance including ear cleaning, teeth brushing, and nail trimming is recommended. However, it does not require as intensive care as some other breeds.  

 💰 Budget  

- Purchase price: €500 to €1,500  

- Average annual cost: €500 to €1,000 (veterinarian, accessories, food)  

💡 Fun fact: This dog is deeply connected to Balinese culture, symbolizing loyalty and protection. Although it is little known outside of Bali, it is a true living treasure of this Indonesian island.