Unfortunately, the Cattle Shepherd is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Polish Lowland Sheepdogs are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Curious
Loving
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Good-natured
Watchful

Agile
Lively
Selfish
Confidence
Outright
Tempered
Perceptive

Cattle Shepherds are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

German Shepherd, Australian Cattle Dog

tibetan terrier, lhasa apso, puli

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1500s

Blue
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Brown
Red
Brindle
Blue
Black

Black
White
Brown
Fawn
Gray

Cattle Shepherds have medium-length coats.

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

A Cattle Shepherd can have a litter of 6-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Polish Lowland Sheepdog can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Cattle Shepherds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Cattle Shepherds typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Diabetes

Deafness
Flea Allergy

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

X-Rays
Blood Count
Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Work and Serum Chemistry Tests

Blood Test
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
Physical Examination

Cattle Shepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Cattle Shepherds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cattle Shepherd, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Polish Lowland Sheepdog, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Cattle Shepherds usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Polish Lowland Sheepdogs usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Cattle Shepherd requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Cattle Shepherd should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Polish Lowland Sheepdog should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 45-80 pound (20 - 36 kg) Cattle Shepherd feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 35-40 pound (16 - 18 kg) Polish Lowland Sheepdog feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Cattle Shepherd is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Polish Lowland Sheepdog is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Cattle Shepherd is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Polish Lowland Sheepdog is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Cattle Shepherds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Cattle Shepherds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Cattle Shepherds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

The Cattle Shepherd is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.