The Kuvasz is a large, white, flock-guarding dog who hails from Hungary. A one-family dog, they're protective of their people and suspicious of strangers. Dogs of this breed think for themselves and can be challenging to train. The plural of Kuvasz is Kuvaszok in their native Hungarian.
The Kuvasz, which has an average lifespan of 9 to 12 years, is susceptible to serious health issues such as canine hip dysplasia (CHD) and Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD), and minor problems like hypothyroidism. It also may suffer from panosteitis and Hypertrophic osteodystrophy (HOD).
Intelligent, independent, patient, loyal, clownish and protective
One hour per day
Hungary and Poland
Average Dog Size
27-30
Average Dog Weight
100-114
Average Bitch Size
25-27
Average Bitch Weight
77-88
Average Life Expectancy
10-12