Karst Shepherd
dog breed
The Karst Shepherd Dog (Slovene: kraški ovčar or kraševec ) is a breed of dog of the livestock guardian type, originating in Slovenia. This breed is recognised by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale.
Appearance
The Karst Shepherd Dog is a medium-sized dog with a long 'iron grey' coat.
The Karst Shepherd Dog's skull is slightly longer than its muzzle; the breed standard calls for a length of 13–14 cm (5.1–5.5 in) for the skull and a length of 11–12 cm (4.3–4.7 in) for the muzzle. The nose, eyelids, and lips are black in colour. The eyes are 'almond shaped' being either chestnut or dark brown in colour. The ears are not erect but instead lie flat. The ears are of medium size. The long and thick coat give the appearance of a mane around the neck. The tail is positioned normally but has a slight hook to the tip.
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