Catalan Sheepdog

Dog Breed Profile

Catalan Sheepdog History

The Catalan Sheepdog is a herding and guard dog that originated in Catalonia, Spain. The Catalan Sheepdog is a medium-sized working farm and livestock guardian and is descended from the Old English Sheepdog, the Beauceron, the Briard, the Kangal, the Komondor and the Kuvasz. The Catalan Sheepdog is a medium-sized working farm and livestock guardian and is descended from the Old English Sheepdog, the Beauceron, the Briard, the Kangal, the Komondor and the Kuvasz. The history of the Catalan sheepdogs dates back to before the year 1000.

Time of Origin

Ancient

Country of Origin

Spain

Ancestry

Great Pyrenees, Molossus

Catalan Sheepdog Physical Characteristics

The Catalan Sheepdog is a small, medium, or large sized breed of herding dogs originally from Catalonia, Spain. They are highly intelligent, active, agile, and athletic. They are naturally suspicious of strangers and tend to bark and dig a lot. The Catalan Sheepdog has a squarish head, strong muzzle, and medium-sized ears. They have a natural bobbed tail that is slightly curved. They have a moderately long double layer, wavy, harsh, and shaggy coat that comes in a variety of color combinations.

Eye Colors

Brown

Nose Colors

Black

Coat Colors

Fawn, Black, Gray, Sable

Height Range

Male Height Range: 19 – 22 inches

Female Height Range: 18 – 21 inches

Weight Range

Male Weight Range: 44 – 55 lbs

Female Weight Range: 37 – 46 lbs

Catalan Sheepdog Health

Description of breed health.

Lifespan

12-14 yrs

Catalan Sheepdog Health Concerns

Hip Dysplasia, Patellar Luxation, Dental Problems

Catalan Sheepdog Temperament and Behaviour

The Catalan Sheepdog is an active, clever, and sociable breed that does well in agility and obedience competitions. They are playful and fun-loving, and get along well with children, other dogs, and cats. They are friendly and devoted to their owners, but are also independent and stubborn, so they need a strong leader.

Catalan Sheepdog Activity Requirements

The Catalan Sheepdog is a medium-size herding and guard dog that originated in the Pyrenees Mountains. They are a strong, agile, and protective dog that can easily adapt to a variety of lifestyles. The Catalan Sheepdog is a high-energy, athletic dog that needs plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. They require at least one hour of vigorous exercise each day. Some dogs may need more while others may do fine with a little less. The Catalan Sheepdog is not well suited to apartment living. They will need a safe, fenced yard and an owner who can provide adequate exercise and mental stimulation. These dogs are intelligent and need lots of attention and affection.