UTILIZATION: Shepherd dog for sheep and cattle. Excellent guardian.
CLASSIFICATION F.C.I.: Group II Pinscher-Schnauzer, Molossoids
breeds, Swiss Mountain and Cattle dogs,
Section 2.2 -- Mountain type Molossoids
Without working trial.
BRIEF HISTORICAL SUMMARY: Romanian Raven Shepherd Dog is a natural
breed which was formed in the area of Meridional Carpathian Mountains and in
the sub Carpathian regions (Dambovi a, Arge , Prahova, and Bra ov). In these
regions, the breed is highly appreciated and successfully used for defending flocks
and as a watchdog for households. This dog has been known for generations and
called "Raven" because of his predominantly black coat. Although his habitat is
relatively limited, due to his qualities the existing population is numerous. The
national Standard was written in accordance with the model established by the
1978 FCI General Assembly in Jerusalem and it was approved by the A.Ch.R.
Directory Council on 14.11.2008 and updated on 19.02.2011.
GENERAL APPEARENCE: Large sized dog, towering, courageous and proud.
Sexual dimorphism is well marked, the males being stronger, larger in size, and
more able-bodied than the females. The coat is black or predominantly black,
more than 80%, with white marks on the chest and limbs.
IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS:
- The ratio between the length of the muzzle and the length of the skull is
slightly under unit, the muzzle being slightly shorter or almost the same length as
the skull.
- The length of the body is slightly greater than the height at the withers,
rectangular in shape.
- Scapulo-humeral angulations are moderate (about 100-110 degrees).
BEHAVIOUR / TEMPERAMENT: Balanced, calm with a well developed guardian
instinct, perfect subordinate to his masters. It is diffident towards strangers. Very
good guardian for livestock, courageous and fighting against predators (bear, wolf).
His bark is loud, profound and can be heard from a great distance.
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