UTILIZATION:

Sheep-, guard- and farmdog, Companion


GENERAL APPEARANCE AND CHARACTER:

DESCRIPTION:

A very sedate dog, active and intelligent, with a noble expression, with a hardy and pleasant character, really devoted to the shepherd and the flocks entrusted to him, wary of strangers, which at times make his seem unsociable.
He is very vigilant, very resistant to heat, cold and all atmospherics.
A very frugal alimentation is sufficient for him to work in extreme conditions.


SIZE:

From 47 to 55 cm for dogs.
From 45 to 53 cm to bitches.


DIFFUSION:

Originates from the Catalonian Pyrenees, has propagated in all other pastoral zones of Catalonia thanks to his normal function, that of shepherding flocks.


PROPORTIONS:

Of well balanced medium proportion, medium size, with a beautiful coat, slightly longer than high, approximately in proportion of 9 to 8.


UTILIZATION:

It is in the driving of flocks that the true essence of this breed manifests itself, because not only does he obey the shepherd, but in numerous cases, he shows his initiative, directing the flock with marvellous ease, preventing any animal from separating from the others.
Through his great bravery and courage, he can also be used for guarding missions.
Because of his size, his beautiful coat, his intelligence and his great loyalty to his masters, he can be an excellent companion.