Illyrian Sheepdog Puppies for Sale

Illyrian Sheepdog Puppies for Sale: About the Breed

Commonly referred to as the Sarplaninac, this ancient livestock guardian originated in Yugoslavia. Until 1970 this breed could not be legally exported from their native country. They are not well known in the United States and are considered to be rare and difficult to obtain.

Character

A medium-sized breed, the Illyrian Sheepdog displays extraordinary strength and makes a formidable opponent. They are well-built, muscular, agile, and fearless.

Temperament

The Illyrian Sheepdog is not affectionate or loving and is not well-suited as a companion or family pet. Their main focus is their flock. They do not trust anyone: family, friend, or stranger. The Illyrian Sheepdog breed is overly protective of any animal on their property. For this reason dogs and other household pets are not recommended. They do well with older, considerate children, although children are generally not given any attention.

Care

Illyrian Sheepdog's require regular brushing to remove dead hair and debris. Bathing should only be done when absolutely necessary. Due to the rarity of this breed there are no known health issues.

Coat

A double coat breed, the Illyrian Sheepdog has an outer coat that is long, straight, and rough in texture. The under coat is fine, short, and dense. The hair is longer and more profuse on the tail, breeches, back of legs, and neck.

Training

The Illyrian Sheepdog is highly intelligent and very defiant. They are not meant to be socialized. Any training is futile with this independent breed as they do not respond to commands.

Activity

The Illyrian Sheepdog breed is not recommended for city or apartment living. The Illyrian Sheepdog does best in a rural setting on a working farm where it is able to protect livestock.

Weight

Male: 77-99; Female: 66-88 lbs

Height

Male: 24; Female: 22.5 inches

Color Variations

Curious about the color palette of Illyrian Sheepdog puppies? You'll discover a captivating array of hues and patterns that define their distinctive personalities. Below you will find common and rare coat colors for the Illyrian Sheepdog breed. *Remember, coat colors often change as a puppy grows older and cannot be guaranteed to remain constant.

• Black
• Black & White
• Blue Merle
• Brindle
• Brown
• Fawn
• Gray
• Red
• Sable
• White
• Yellow

Name Variations

Searching for common aliases for Illyrian Sheepdog puppies? Ever wondered what other names people use for this breed? Find your answer to what other people call the Illyrian Sheepdog by exploring their affectionate nicknames or monikers below. This list will help you in your search for Albanian Shepherd Dog puppies and even Illyrian Shepherd Dog puppies for sale as they relate to the Illyrian Sheepdog breed.

• Albanian Shepherd Dog
• Illyrian Shepherd Dog
• Kosovo Shepherd Dog
• Macedonian Shepherd Dog
• Šarplaninac
• Sharplanina
• Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog