The ancestors of the Chinese shepherd became the "Germans" - one of the most intelligent and noble breeds. Dogs of this type that appeared as a result of breeding work have excellent qualities and characteristics. Let's talk about them in more detail.
History
This breed is quite young. It originates in Yunnan. During the cultural proletarian Chinese revolution, few people could afford to keep dogs - they were, rather, an indicator of luxury. This has led some breeds to extinction.
However, later German shepherds were imported from Germany. Dogs were crossed with representatives of local breeds, some of which had rather large sizes and excellent characteristics. The result is a new type of shepherd dog. They had all the information to help law enforcement and military personnel, in addition, they could participate in exhibitions and were great for home maintenance.
Breed description
This breed is presented in two main varieties. The first one is kunming shepherd dogofficially recognized by this country at the end of the 20th century. It looks generally German, but differs in more modest sizes and some features of appearance. The angles of the limbs are not so pronounced, and the skeleton itself is lighter.
The weight of the Kunming Shepherd Dog is about 35–37 kilograms with an increase of 60–67 centimeters. The dog has medium-long hair with a dense undercoat. The color is black, zoned or almost black. The animal is very hardy and efficient, it has proven itself both in the detention of criminals and as a search dog.
The second variety is german shepherd chinese breeding. It is believed that among her ancestors were Tibetan mastiffs. The backbone of such dogs is heavier, the head is massive. The animal has a bright color. The weight of an adult can reach 65–70 kilograms.
These dogs are excellent guards. They are a bit slow and balanced. This variety is very popular all over the world.
Character
Red Chinese Shepherd has a peculiar temperament. She is very independent, tries to dominate, while being stubborn and very freedom-loving. Such animals require a strict and strong host - only such a person they recognize as the main one.
Chinese Shepherd Dog is very smart and easy to train.. A person whom he recognizes as the master will try to please, and besides, he is strongly attached to him. In his environment, he is averse to the manifestation of aggression and behaves quite benevolently. However, he does not trust outsiders, although he is trying to hide it. He will never give the owner an insult, he will violently protect him in all available ways.
Dogs make good contact with children and are very patient, they are emotionally stable. But at the same time they need rest, respectively, the owner needs to provide the dog with such a place. They are very active and love to take part in games. Easily tolerate a change of scenery. They can comfortably exist in different climatic conditions.
Maintenance and care
Chinese shepherd dogs have a dense coat with a dense undercoat. This allows them to live both in the apartment and on the street, if an aviary is equipped there and there is a warm booth. The best option is keeping in a private house with its own fenced area, where the animal can walk freely.
If the dog is kept in the apartment, it needs to be walked 2 times a day, while giving loads for both the body and the brain. If you leave it to yourself, do not engage and do not educate, the animal will have bad habits. And the owner is unlikely to like the causeless barking, damage to property and other not too pleasant things.
Dogs rarely undergo allergic reactions, so they have no special restrictions on the diet. If a natural diet is chosen, it should contain meat and offal, cereals, vegetables and fruits. A couple of times a week you can treat the animal with sour milk and fish. Raw cartilage will help remove tartar.
If the nutrition is fully thought out and balanced, vitamin supplements are not required. An exception may be periods of pregnancy or a change of teeth from milk to permanent.
Dry feeds are selected taking into account the characteristics of the dog. Her weight and needs are evaluated. Mixing two types of diet is not recommended.. Like all large dogs, Chinese Shepherd Dogs you can not overfeed. Failure to comply with this prohibition may result in stomach upset.
As for the wool, combing it once a week is quite sufficient. Water procedures are carried out as pollution. Chinese shepherds molt twice a year. Bitches are subject to extraordinary molting after puppies are born.
Claws will have to be cut 1-2 times a month. So that this does not become a stress for the dog, it is advisable to accustom it to the procedure from childhood. You should also monitor the condition of the eyes and ears and wipe them weekly with a decoction of chamomile or special compounds. Bones-goodies sold in stores are useful for teeth. They also need to be inspected periodically.
Health features
Kunming Shepherd has a fairly strong immunity. Among the problems can be noted violations of the musculoskeletal system and diseases of the spine. Such a dog lives for a very long time - from 12 to 14 years.
As for the Chinese German Shepherd, her health is a little weaker. Among the weak zones, dog breeders note hip joints, back, ears, gastrointestinal tract and heart.The manifestation of autoimmune diseases is possible. Life expectancy is on average from 9 to 12 years.
Training and education
Chinese shepherd dogs are great for training. They have excellent security qualities, wonderful scent. They are often used in service and sports. In addition, the dog can become a good friend or companion, however, inexperienced people are not recommended to get such animals.
It is best to start training yourself from the first days a puppy appears in the house. A little later, when he grows up and gets vaccinated, you should contact an experienced trainer. He will be able to assess the makings of the baby, his temperament and determine the optimal direction of training.
Once all vaccinations have been given, it is imperative to begin to bring the puppy to the people. He should be socialized as much as possible, not be afraid of crowds and public transport, and also learn to be loyal to other dogs. This will help prevent many problems in the future.
When buying a dog for many owners, the gender of the future pet becomes a decisive factor. This is not surprising, because in part it also has an effect on the character of the animal.
Dog breeders recommend paying attention to that the dogs of the Chinese Shepherd breed are tougher, they can provoke fights with brothers, respectively, they will require more careful attention to their upbringing. In any case, the main thing is that a faithful and faithful friend will appear at home.
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