Kuvasz Breed description: Character & Co

What are the typical character traits of Kuvasz?

The Kuvasz is an independently acting dog, which had to make its own decisions in the past. Exactly these traits are the reason why a Kuvasz dog is better-suited in the hand of experienced dog owners. As the first one and a half years of their lives shape the character of the animals, you should familiarise your four-legged friend with everything it has to learn during this time. This includes accepting strangers in the house, tolerating noise in the house and valuing the family members as higher ranking. Because one thing is clear: If a full-grown Kuvasz wants to move in a certain direction, you don't stand a chance against them as the person on the other end of the leash. Even with children, it is best to get the four-legged friend used to this at a young age. Because of its size alone, it is not an ideal playmate for small children. It is therefore important gain the animal's respect by treating them with consistency and empathy. The Kuvasz should be kept in a house with a large, fenced-in area. This allows it to pursue its passion, namely protecting its territory. The giant also enjoys going for walks.

What are typical diseases of the Kuvasz?

With the Kuvasz, it is especially important to choose food that is adapted to its age. If the nutrient content is too high, the Kuvasz may grow faster than it should. Problems with the joints and the entire musculoskeletal system are the result. Here are some more health risks:

• Hip joint dysplasia
• Progressive Retinal Atrophy, an eye disease

What should be considered regarding Kuvasz breeding?

In Austria, you can get information about the Kuvasz from the General Shepherd and Herding Dog Club, among others. Lovers buy their Kuvasz puppy from a serious breeder, where they can get to know the parent animals. The expert will competently advise you on the choice of your future family addition and can present papers of mother and father animals. A serious breeder will already expose the young dogs to the first environmental stimuli and thus prepare them for later demands. Before buying a Kuvasz you should also consider that a Kuvasz is certainly more expensive to keep than other breeds. After all, your darling needs more food, and the veterinary costs can be higher. So you better calculate carefully if you want to buy a Kuvasz.