Sarplaninac
"Milos"
Sarplaninac profile
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Lifespan: 11-13 Years
Avg height: Over 58cm.
Avg weight: 30-45kg
Coat type: Long dense coat, with longer hair forming a ruff around their neck, and a heavily feathered tail.
Coat colours: Black, white, sable, tan, grey.
Originally bred for: Livestock guardian: known to fight off lynxes, bears, and wolves.
Breed traits: Calm, protective, energetic, stubborn, independent.
A little about the Sarplaninac
The Sarplaninac was traditionally used as a livestock guardian in the mountains of Macedonia. Due to its protective instincts, working nature, and size, it is not always suitable as a pet.
SARPLANINAC HEALTH INFORMATION
The Sarplaninac is predisposed to conditions such as Gastric Torsion (Bloat) and Canine Hip Dysplasia.
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