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Huntaway

Appearance

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Origin

Temperament

Training

Interesting facts

Appearance

Gallery

Origin

Temperament

Training

Interesting facts

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Huntaway

Appearance

Gallery

Origin

Temperament

Training

Interesting facts

Appearance

Gallery

Origin

Temperament

Training

Interesting facts

Huntaway

Dogs of this breed originally from New Zealand will conquer the hearts of people thanks to their good character traits. Therefore, Huntaways are ideal companions and pet dogs, but do not forget that they were bred specifically for work, so they will need appropriate physical exertion.

Withers height

56-66

22-26

cminch

cm inch

weight

25-40

55-88

kglbs

kg lbs

life span

12-14 years

country of origin

fur length

Short

breed origin

Crossbreed

size

Moderate

Appearance

Representatives of this breed have a very well-proportioned appearance, with a strong muscular body. A deep well-defined chest and soft paws. The muzzle is long, the head is proportional to the body and the graceful neck is not very long. Ears should hang down and are quite mobile. The eyes are round in shape, dark in colour, but with a lively and inquisitive look. The tail of these dogs should not be too long and should not hang over the back. Huntways have short and thick fur. They can differ from each other in appearance and coat colour can also be different: black, tan, white and brindle (a combination of these colours).

Coat type

Eye colour

Fur colour

Ears

Eyes shape

Fur length

Fur type

Tail

Coat type

Eye colour

Fur colour

Ears

Eyes shape

Fur length

Fur type

Tail

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Origin

In the early 1900s, breeders thought to create a large, strong, and athletic dog that would be able to perform large amounts of work on the farm and the result of their efforts was the Huntaway. To get the dogs we know, breeders crossed several breeds some of which were Border Collies, Rottweilers, and Labradors. As the popularity of these dogs began to grow, special daytime events were even developed to showcase their herding power. Representatives of the Huntaway breed were recognized for the first time by the New Zealand Kennel Club in 2013, but despite this, the American Kennel Club still does not recognize Huntaways as a separate breed.

Origin countries

New Zealand

Temperament

Huntaways generally have a very obedient and kind nature, but because of their work on the farm, they have retained an independent character. These dogs are ready to be gentle and kind to all members of the family but usually choose only one master. Be prepared for the fact that they have a lot of energy in reserve, which must be regularly released with the help of active games and physical exertion. If you are looking for a dog to guard your house, you know that the Huntaway will not suit you 100%, after all, they are kind to strangers and generally to everyone, including children and other pets (even cats). Also, you should not leave them alone at home for a long time, because Huntaways can get bored and destroy your things.

Behavior:

Friendly toward other pets

Friendly toward strangers

Loyal to owner

Friendly toward humans

Activity Level:

Active

Training

Dogs of this breed are very intelligent and clever but are not recommended for keeping by inexperienced owners, because Huntaways have a touch of independence in their character, so these dogs need socialization training from an early age. Also, due to their great activity, Huntaways can participate in many types of sports. In no case do not get representatives of this breed if you do not have time to give them new physical activities every day and make the training varied.

Activity Level:

Active

Interesting facts

The name of the breed is associated with a characteristic way of working because Huntaways use their bark to control a flock of sheep.
Their barking is unique; its very loud and deep.
Huntaways are best suited for sports such as obedience, flyball, search and rescue.
They are quite rare around the world, but in New Zealand and Australia Huntaways remain popular dogs.

Keeping conditions

Diet preferences

Grooming

Common health issues

Diet preferences

Grooming

Common health issues

Representatives of this breed have large sizes in combination with a very active nature, so the diet should be appropriate. If you want to feed your dog with dry food, be sure to look for the label "for active dogs" or "works" on the package. And if you decide to choose a natural diet for your Huntaway, be sure to consult a veterinarian, he will suggest the best products for your dog, as well as the vitamin and mineral complex that Huntaway needs. Always ensure that the dog has free access to water.

Huntawayі are low maintenance and easy to care for. During the shedding period, which usually falls in the summer months, you need to comb them once a week, and you can bathe very rarely, only when necessary to remove strong dirt from the dog's fur. Also, do not forget about elementary rules of hygiene and always wipe the dog's eyes with a wet cotton pad after every walk, and ears a little less often several times a week. Also, always cut the dog's nails, it will be enough to do it only a few times a month. You can also brush the teeth of these dogs with the help of a special paste or treats.

Grooming intencity:

Easy to groom

As a rule, these dogs are very healthy and hardy, because Huntaways were specially bred to serve on the farm, but some diseases can still appear, you need to be prepared for this:

Hip dysplasia.

Eye problems.

Bone cancer. Do not forget to attend all regular appointments to the veterinarian on time to monitor the condition of your pet.