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Basic Description: The Slovensky Cuvac dog is derived from Arctic wolves, whose remains from pre-ice age have been preserved in the mountainous regions of
Europe to the edge of the glaciers. These are the north slopes of the Caucasus, the Balkans, specially the Rodope Mountains, the Carpathians, specially the Tatra, the
northern slopes of the Abruzzi and Alps and finally the Pyrenees. As a good guard, watch dog and companion as well as guide for the shepherds, the Tatra Chuvach has
also proved his worth in the guarding of cattle, driving poultry and other domestic animals to pasture, as well as guarding different objects. Holiday makers visiting the
mountain farmers to buy cheese and other products found pleasure in the thickly coated puppies and so transferred the breed to the low-lands.
The "Slovensky Cuvac" is a large, white shepherd dog of great facial beauty, with luxuriant, medium length coat and pleasing, athletic overall proportions. The thick double
coat is typically light wavy, without crests and swirls. The coat is thick and longer around the neck and chest where it forms a mane, which is more prominent on the
males. The back of the front leg is lightly feathered (not featured at the behind legs and the back of the thighs and the tail are covered with longer (10-15cm) thick hair The
tail, carried like a cigar low to the level of the hook unless excited, when the tail will curl up to the level of the loin. The color of the coat is always (preferred) white, even a
little yellow touch is allowed.
No markings! The self-cleaning fur requiring minimal care, aside from brushing. The skin is preferred darkly pigmented; dark brown eyes, black nose (some have a
changing nose - meaning: summertime it is a little bit pink), lips and pads dark with dark nails. The eyelids and lips are tight, without any droopiness. The males are
larger (65-70cm) than the females (60-65cm).
The "Slovensky Cuvac" is not a massive dog, not does it posses heavy bones, good muscle, Slovensky Cuvac in good condition are able to "trot" for 30km at even speed
without any effort.
The Slovensky Cuvac impresses the eye with strength and activity, combined with extremely light footedness.
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Note: Any Club that wishes to provide a better quality description of this breed is invited to contact the web master.
Your assistance in making this a useful site is greatly appreciated. Also, if corrections or additions are found, please let me know at once.
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American Kennel Club Link
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Canadian Kennel Club Link
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National Rescue Group Link(s)
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Local Club contacts below if listed here
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Additional Information on local Clubs (Obedience, Agility etc.) and Rescue groups can be found under their respective heading in the Content section.
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Breed Fanciers that have agreed to share their knowledge of this breed.
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Would you like to be listed here – go to Invitation and if you agree with the simple requirements – WE WANT YOU –
then go to Fancier Questionnaire and fill out the form. The form is sent directly to the webmaster.
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