Tatra Shepherd Puppies For Sale

The Tatra Shepherd or Owczarek Podhalanski is a Polish sheep herding dog with strong protective instincts. They are highly intelligent, loving, and loyal. Tatra Shepherd can be strong-minded but are smart enough to learn just about anything with the right touch. Full-grown, they typically weigh 80-130 pounds and stand 24-28 inches tall.

Tatra Shepherds are generally excellent with children of all ages. These dogs need room to roam but are also prone to wandering off, so their space must be fenced-in. Tatra Shepherds love children, especially when they are respectful. They're relatively quiet and don't bark much.

Since Tatra Shepherds are used to living out in the open, they have higher energy needs. You’ll want to help them get vigorous daily exercise in the form of a run, walk, or hike. It’s also a great idea to give them plenty of time outdoors in your backyard or at a dog park where they can run freely, so they’ll be more relaxed when they get back to your house. Overall, their exercise needs are moderate.

The coat of an Tatra Shepherd is long, with a dense undercoat that sheds in late spring. During the shedding period, you’ll need to brush their coat almost daily to remove dead hair. For the rest of the year, their coat is actually pretty easy to maintain and only requires a weekly brushing. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Tatra Shepherds are best suited for a rural property or home with a large yard. Families who have a large, fenced-in yard are the best fit for the Tatra Shepherd. These dogs need room to roam but are also prone to wandering off, so their space must be fenced-in. They are moderately trainable with consistent effort.