Hungarian Kuvasz
Overview
The kuvasz is a large dog, slightly longer than tall, and medium-boned. It is not bulky, but instead light-footed, with a free, easy gait. The breed's combination of power and agility stems from its versatile roots as a guardian, hunter and herder. Its double coat is medium-coarse, ranging from wavy to straight.
Despite its sweet looks, the kuvasz is a tough protector, fearlessly defending its family or home. It is gentle with and protective of children in its own family, but it may misinterpret a child's rough-and-tumble games with other children as attacks on its child. It is reserved with strangers and may be aggressive toward strange dogs; however, it tends to be very gentle with other pets and livestock. It is devoted and loyal but not very demonstrative. Some can be domineering.
| Size | Giant |
| Height | Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm)Female: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm) |
| Weight | Male: 100-115 pounds (45-52 kg)Female: 70-90 pounds (32-41 kg) |
| Lifespan | 10-12 years |
| Colors | White |
| Origin | Hungary |
| Classification | Purebred |
| Good Lapcat |
| Good In Apartments |
The Kuvasz is not recommended for apartment life. It is fairly active indoors and does best with at least a large yard. |
| Good With Children |
Good with Kids: This is a suitable dog breed for kids. It is also very friendly toward other pets and shy toward strangers. |
| Good With Dogs |
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| Good With Cats |
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| Exercise Needs |
The Kuvasz needs vigorous daily exercise. If it is not actively working as a flock guardian it needs to be taken on a daily, long brisk walk or jog. |
| Trainability |
Moderately Easy Training: Training won't require too much attention and effort, though it won't be easier than other breeds. Expect results to come gradually. |
| Affectionate |
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| Playfulness |
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| Grooming Requirements |
Moderate Maintenance: The Kuvasz has a beautiful white double coat that sheds dirt but also sheds hair. Brush him weekly with a pin brush to remove dead hair and keep the skin and coat healthy. Trim the fur between his toes to keep his feet in good condition. His coat repels water and sheds dirt easily with brushing, so a bath is rarely necessary. |
| Shedding |
Moderate Shedding: Expect this dog to shed regularly. Be prepared to vacuum often. Brushing will reduce shedding as well as make the coat softer and cleaner. |
| Vocalization/Barking |
Occassional |