Slovakian Chuvach

The Slovak Cuvak is loyal, devoted and affectionate, but towards its family only.

This breed has tons of energy to expel, and will happily burn some of it up by playing games or sports with its family.

This big, protective giant is actually known to be a rather calm and docile dog within the home, providing its needs are met. However, it’s important to bear in mind that this dog can be demanding in terms of exercise - it’s not for anyone who wants an easy ride!

This is a highly intelligent breed, which is well known for having an incredible memory. Apparently, once the Slovensky learns something, it’ll stick forever!

The Slovensky doesn’t really have much of a hunting instinct, but does like to chase things!

Naturally protective and territorial, the Slovensky Cuvac is often wary and suspicious of unfamiliar faces.

As a working breed with brains, it comes as no surprise that the Slovensky is a free-thinker who can be quite independent in nature, but still needs human contact to flourish. This dog requires an experienced, dominant, and fair but firm owner.

The Slovak Cuvac tolerates being left alone well in comparison to other breeds, but still appreciates companionship and would always prefer to be around its family.

The Slovak Cuvac is a dominant breed and will try to be the leader of the pack, but understands quickly what is expected of it if well-trained. It’s essential that this dog receives thorough training from a young age which is carried out by an experienced, firm, and confident owner. 

This is a very vocal breed - teaching the ‘quiet’ command is essential.

This dog will usually stick to its post, but as with all dogs, may get itchy feet if its needs aren’t met.

This dog is generally calm and not very destructive.

The Slovensky certainly enjoys its food but isn’t known to be especially greedy.

Nothing gets past this devoted breed when it comes to its family - it’ll guard your home with sheer dedication! Expect loud, extensive barking and possibly aggression if anyone your Slovensky hasn’t met enters your home.

This breed is simply too large, energetic and switched-on to live in a flat. Ideally, it’ll live in a rural setting or on a farm.

Ideally, the Slovensky Cuvac will only be kept as a working pet - otherwise, it’ll quickly become bored. This breed will need at least two hours (but ideally more) of vigorous exercise every day. Nope, a leisurely walk in the park just won’t do.

The Slovak Cuvac is a large breed, meaning it’s not the easiest to transport. Due to this dog’s high chasing instinct, it may also prove difficult to control in open, public spaces.

Cats may be in danger around this breed unless the animals in question have been brought up with each other from a young age.

The Slovensky Cuvac can be aggressive towards other dogs unless it has been well-socialized since its puppy days. 

The Slovensky can be incredible around kids within its own family, but it must first understand its place in the pack through thorough training. As a natural guardian, it will protect children whenever necessary. Don’t let the Slovensky Cuvac play with children it doesn’t know without close supervision.

This absolutely isn’t a good breed match for an elderly owner - it’s simply too much of a handful!

The Slovensky is very independent, powerful and energetic, meaning it can be quite a handful. This could only be a good choice for those confident dog lovers who appreciate large and protective dogs.