Kuvasz
Kuvaszs are very brave, fearless Hungarian dogs who are unwaveringly loyal to their owners.
About the Kuvasz
The Kuvasz is a large, strong, confident dog, used in their native Hungary as sheepdogs. They have thick, white, wavy coats that protect them from harsh weather.
Kuvaszs are reserved with strangers and they are famed for their ability as guard dogs, protecting property, valuables and people.
Source: key facts and characteristics sourced from Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)
Breed specifics
- Country
- Hungary
- Group
- FCI Group 1, AKC Working Group
- Size category
- Large
- Avg life expectancy
- 10–12 years
Alert / Confident / Protective / Loyal / Loving / Lively / Independent / Resilient
Key facts
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