Names Bulgarian Shepherd Karakachan Throacian Mollos Karakachanska Ovcharka |
Origin Bulgaria |
Use Livestock Guardian, Companion, Watchdog |
Life Expectancy This breed can live as long as 12-14 years of age |
Weight & Height 88 to 125 pounds & 25 to 30 inches tall |
Known Health Problems This breed is fairly healthy |
Physical Description *** |
Temperament Devoted to its master, it makes an excellent livestock guardian and guard dog. This breed can be wary of strangers and is protective of its family and the animals that it protects. |
Training *** |
Living Conditions This breed is not suitable for apartment living and needs plenty of space to run |
Grooming Coat should be brushed at least twice a week and bathe only when needed |
Exercise They should be given daily walks in addition to having a large yard to run in. |
Coat Texture Thick undercoat, straight and long |
Coat Colors

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Black White |
Gray White |
Tricolor |
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Puppies *** |
Recognition Bulgarian Republican Federation of Cynology Dog Registry of America, Inc. |