Karst Shepherd Dog Puppies For Sale

Karst Shepherd Dogs are guardians that have been herding and protecting flocks for centuries in Slovenia. They also make excellent watchdogs. With the right mix of socialization and training, Karst Shepherd Dogs are good-natured, playful family companions. Full-grown, they typically weigh 55-88 pounds and stand 21-25 inches tall.

Karst Shepherd Dogs are generally good with kids, especially when raised together. Karst Shepherd Dogs were born to work outside, and that’s where they still prefer to be today. If raised together, they’ll also enjoy having a dog friend or two. They're relatively quiet and don't bark much.

The happiest Karst Shepherd Dogs are ones who work. If you don’t live on a farm with livestock for these sheepdogs to watch over, be sure you give these devoted dogs lots of activity. They’ll love to come with you for a daily jog. Overall, their exercise needs are moderate.

When young, Karst Shepherd Dogs are big balls of fur and look much like the sheep they watch over. Their coat typically becomes a bit darker as they grow older and requires some maintenance. They have a topcoat and an undercoat. Grooming-wise, this breed is moderate.

Karst Shepherd Dogs are best suited for a rural property or home with a large yard. Make sure you have adequate outdoor space for these large guardians to protect, roam, and romp around. They are moderately trainable with consistent effort.