Playful
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Cheerful

Courageous
Alert
Determined
Intelligent
Active
Sociable
Protective
Stubborn

Avoid Shelchons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Slovensky Kopovs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

United States

Slovakia

Bichon Frise and Shetland Sheepdog

Magyar Agar, Brandlbracke, Chart Polski

Unknown

Dark Ages

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Brown
Fawn
Black
Sable

Black

Shelchons are known for their coat length.

Slovensky Kopovs have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Straight

A Shelchon can have a litter of 4-6 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 Slovensky Kopov can have a litter of 12-14 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.

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

Slovensky Kopovs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Dermatomyositis

Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Urolithiasis
Allergies
Hemophilia
Dental Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Collie Eye Anomaly

Patellar Luxation

Eye
Hip
Blood
Knee
Hearing
Heart
Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

CERF
OFA on hips and elbows

Shelchons' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Slovensky Kopovs thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Shelchon has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Slovensky Kopov has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Shelchons need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Slovensky Kopovs need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Shelchons have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Slovensky Kopovs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Shelchons bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Slovensky Kopov dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Fetch, Catch treats, Walk, Frisbee

Hunting

Shelchons 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.

Slovensky Kopovs 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Shelchon, it's at least 8 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 Slovensky Kopov, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Shelchons usually need at least 45 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 Slovensky Kopovs usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Shelchons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Slovensky Kopov is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) Shelchon 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 33-44 pound (15 - 20 kg) Slovensky Kopov feed 2.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

Slovensky Kopovs are adaptable and resilient, making them ideal for those seeking a less sensitive pet.

The Shelchon is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Slovensky Kopovs are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Shelchons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Slovensky Kopovs are not cat friendly.

Shelchons are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Slovensky Kopovs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Shelchons are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Slovensky Kopovs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Shelchons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Slovensky Kopovs are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Shelchons are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Slovensky Kopovs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.