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Bohemian Shepherd
Also called Bohemian Herder, Chodenhund, Chodský pes and Czech Sheepdog
- Great with kids
- Needs space
- Needs lots of exercise
The Bohemian Shepherd is a medium-sized herding breed that originated in the Czech Republic. It is an active and intelligent breed that is loyal and friendly. The Bohemian Shepherd stands between 17-21 inches at the shoulder and has a medium-length coat that can come in various colors and patterns.
- Weight
- 40–55 lb (18–25 kg)
- Height at the shoulder
- 19–22 in (49–55 cm)
- Life span
- 12–14 years
- Exercise
- About 90 minutes a day
- Coat
- Medium, Double
- Origin
- Chodsko (Bohemia), Czech Republic
Traits
Family and friends
- Children: Good with children
- Other dogs: Good with other dogs
- Strangers: Polite with strangers
Home and activity
- Energy: Energetic
- Apartment living: Needs space
- Barking: Barks sometimes
- Training: Easy to train
Care
- Grooming: Regular brushing
- Shedding: Sheds moderately
- Drooling: Hardly drools
Temperament
Alert
Fearless
Intelligent
Lively
People-oriented
Tenacious
Coat colours
Black and tan and gunmetal black and tan
Males and females
| Measure | Males | Females |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 40–55 lb (18–25 kg) | 40–55 lb (18–25 kg) |
| Height | 20–22 in (52–55 cm) | 19–20 in (49–52 cm) |
Recognized by
Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)
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Sources
- FCI Standard N°364 - Chodsky Pes (opens in a new tab)
- Bohemian Shepherd - Chodsky pes – Brit (opens in a new tab)
- Chodský Pes: Proper Care for the Bohemian Shepherd - PETBOOK (opens in a new tab)
- Bohemian Shepherd - Wikipedia (opens in a new tab)
- Bohemian Shepherd: Your Complete Guide - Dog Academy (opens in a new tab)
Breed details from The Dog API (opens in a new tab).