ADDITIONAL POLISH OWCZAREK NIZINNY PICTURES
Family:
Breed Group: Herding
Origin: Poland
Date of Origin: 13th century
Originally used for: Herding, guarding
Used today: Companion, herding
Other Name(s): Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Valee Sheepdog
History of the Breed: A Polish breed that looks very much like the Bearded Collie of Scotland. The Polish Owczarek Nizinny,
nicknamed "PON" descended from the Puli and other herding dogs over 800 years ago. The breed was originally used for herding and guarding
sheep and cattle and was almost driven to extinction during World War 1 & 2.
General Appearance: The medium-sized head is covered in profuse hair making the head appear larger than it actually is. The eyes are
oval and medium sized and are either brown or hazel. The medium size drop ears are heart-shaped covered with long hair and set some what high
on the head. The topline of the muzzle is straight. The large nose is black or brown based on the coat color. The body is more rectangular than
square. The chest is deep and the loin is well muscled and broad and the shoulders are heavily muscled. The feet are thick and oval in shape
and the front feet are larger than the rear feet. The short tail is set low and is no longer than two vertebrae in length.
The outercoat is thick, long and shaggy.
Height & Weight:
Height 17-20 Inches
Weight 30-50 Pounds
Coat: A double-coat, the undercoat is dense and soft and the outercoat is thick long and shaggy.
Color: All colors are acceptable, the most common color is white with black, gray, or tan patches.
Grooming needs: Medium, a brushing twice a week to prevent matting.
Temperament of Breed: Clever, perceptive, obedient, and fearless. They have an excellent memory.
Friendly with children: Yes, if properly socialized stating at an early age
Friendly with other dogs: Yes, if properly socialized stating at an early age
Suitability as a watchdog: Excellent
Exercise Level: Medium, should receive a daily walk
Health Issues with the Breed:
Major: Hip dysplasia, progressive retinal atrophy, luxatting patella
Minor: Allergies
Life Expectancy: 12-14 Years
2006 AKC Ranking: 142
First Registered by the AKC: 2001
Registries: FCI, KCGB, NKC, NZKC, CKC, APONC, APRI, ACR
ACR -American Canine Registry
AKC -American Kennel Club
ANKC -Australian National Kennel Club
APOINC -American Owczarek Nizinny Club
APRI -American Pet Registry Inc.
CKC -Continental Kennel Club
CKC -Canadian Kennel Club
FCI -Fédération Cynologique Internationale
KCGB -Kennel Club of Great Britain
NKC -National Kennel Club
NZKC -New Zealand Kennel Club
UKC -United Kennel Club
Breed Organizations & Associations:
American Polish Lowland Sheepdog Club (APONC)
Canadian Polish Lowland Sheepdog Club (CPONC)
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