Catalonian Sheepdog

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Size: Medium
Other Names: Gos d’Atura Catala, Catalan Sheepdog
Country of Origin: Spain (Catalonia)
Accreditation:
United Kennel Club (UKC): Herding Dog
The Kennel Club (KC): Pastoral

The Catalonian Sheepdog is a medium herding dog with a shaggy, slightly wavy coat, a bearded face, and a rustic outline. The ears are dropped or folded, and the tail may be long or a natural bob.

A medium Spanish herder with a longish coat that needs brushing, a watchful bark, and a mind built for livestock rather than idle apartment hours.

The Catalonian Sheepdog, or Gos d’Atura Catala, is a herding breed from Catalonia in northeastern Spain. It was used to move sheep in the Pyrenees and on the plains. The UKC classes it as a Herding Dog.

Height: Male: 18–22 inches; Female: 17–21 inches
Weight: 37–55 pounds
Color: Fawn, sable, gray, or black-based, often with lighter shadings
Coat: Long, slightly wavy, and harsh, with a dense undercoat
Lifespan: 12–14 years
Litter size: 4–6 puppies

Temperament

These shepherds are typically loyal, watchful, and tied to their handler. They can be reserved with strangers and may try to herd children or other pets. They need a job, not just a backyard.

Training

They learn quickly and remember inconsistent rules. Start herding or obedience work early and socialize them well.

Care and grooming

Brush the long coat several times a week so it does not mat behind the ears and on the hindquarters.

Shedding

Moderate; heavier when the undercoat blows.

Health

The breed is generally hardy. Hip dysplasia and eye issues can appear; ask breeders about health testing.

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