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Description. The Polish lowland sheepdog is a
medium to large size with the male dogs measuring
16-20 inches in height and weighing 30-35 pounds,
and the female bitch being some 42-47cms high and
13-18kgs in weight. They have a double coat which
is shiny on the outside, with the undercoat being
downy, for warmth and weather resistance. Whereas
they can be any colour the most common are,
brown, white, and grey with grey, black or brown
markings, these colours can fade as the dog ages.
These are large boned with a strong skeleton
supporting a fairly impressive musculature.

History. As the name suggests these dogs
originated in Poland, where they are still quite
common. However, in Poland they are known by
their correct name, which is the Polish Owczarek
Nizinny often shortened to PONS (and with a name
like that you can see why). Whilst bred
originally as a sheepdog the vast majority are
now kept as pets, although in their native Poland
some are still kept as working dogs. This breed,
as with many others, nearly reached extinction
during World War II, but was revived by Polish
breeders after the end of the war.

Temperament. These are generally happy dogs,
which are quite animated and boisterous, while
also being affectionate and intelligent with a
good level of obedience. They can be wary and
watchful of people they do not know, and will
announce the arrival of any of your visitors, in
no uncertain terms, at very high-volume. You need
to assert yourself over your pet as early as
possible, they are bred to look after sheep and
have a strong instinct to be in charge, if you do
not show this dog that they are number two and
you are, in fact, in charge then problems may
arise. As long as they are socialised early they
will be a faithful friendly household pet,
however there herding instinct can surface and
you may find that the dog starts to nip at
ankles, trying to herd the family. Whilst this
can be annoying; you have to admit it is quite
funny. If being raised in a family with young
children, this trait could be quite handy, if you
send your dog out they will be able the round of
your children and bring them home (providing
great entertainment to their friends, I am sure).

Health issues. As with most medium to large dogs
the Polish lowland sheepdog can sufferer from hip
dysplasia. Other problems include a possibility
of epilepsy, and a risk of congenital deafness.
Although overall they are a healthy breed with a
life expectancy of 12 to 15 years.

Grooming. Because of their very long shaggy coat,
they require grooming at least once a week with a
stiff brush and comb, to prevent knots and
matting of their fur. They will require bathing
fairly regularly, to eliminate the risk of tics
and other skin parasites, which tend to like
living in this type of fur and can be difficult
to remove. Dependent on the surfaces they walk,
they will require their nails to be clipped
regularly.

Living conditions. This breed will require a good
amount of exercise; however, as long as they
receive this they are reasonably happy with
living in either an apartment or house. They
prefer cooler weather, but during summer they can
cope providing the area they are in is well
ventilated, they could be kept in the garden, if
you have one, during the summer daytimes. They
are friendly and can easily be accommodated in a
house with children, as with all large dogs care
must be taken of small children as whilst playing
it is easy for them to be accidentally knocked
over, especially if the dog gets a little
overexcited.

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