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Bulgarian Shepherd
dog breed
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Weight
42–72 kg
Size
Giant
Lifespan
7–10 ans
Energy
Élevé
Coat
à pois, deux ou trois couleurs
Maintenance
Élevé
Training
Très élevé
The Bulgarian Shepherd (formerly called Karakachan Shepherd) is a shepherd dog breed originating from the Balkans and raised in Bulgaria. It is a canine breed preserved through the Karakachan people and their pastoral traditions. Bulgarian shepherds do not hesitate to attack wolves and bears. In Bulgaria, they are called volkodav, which means 'wolf killer.' In the sheepfolds, they have their tails and ears cropped to leave no hold for wolves.
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There is also a horse and sheep breed of this Karakachan name in Bulgaria.
Profile
At a glance
Energy
Élevé
Trainability
Très élevé
Maintenance
Élevé
Indicative profile — every animal is an individual.
⚡ Key facts in 30 seconds
L'essentiel
- 1Giant size (42–72 kg) — life expectancy often shorter, monitor joints.
- 2Life expectancy: 7 to 10 years on average, depending on hygiene and diet.
- 3High energy level — at least 1h of activity per day for its balance.
- 4Regular grooming — brushing 3 to 5 times per week.
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Dry food suited to the Bulgarian Shepherd
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What human age for a bulgarian shepherd ?
The calculator is already set to the breed's adult size (espérance de vie 7–10 ans). Drag the slider to see the equivalence and corresponding life stage.
plus de 44 kg — a giant dog ages significantly faster than a small dog after maturity.
Equivalent human age
31years
Adulte
Most stable period. Monthly weigh-in, annual vet visit, dental care — this determines quality of life in later years.
Method: AVMA table: 15 human years in year one, +9 in year two, then +7 per year for a géant dog.
These equivalences are statistical benchmarks drawn from published veterinary tables. Every animal ages at its own pace, depending on genetics, diet and care. This calculator is neither a diagnosis nor veterinary advice.
Alert
To avoid for dog
Our database lists toxic ingredients and problematic additives by species.
- low-fat cocoa powderModerate
- maltitolModerate
- cocoa pasteModerate
- onion piecesModerate
Calculator · daily ration
How much to give a bulgarian shepherd ?
Estimate based on the veterinary formula RER × DER, adjusted for dog. Adjust according to package recommendations.
Result
535 g
per day · 2033 kcal
268 g / repas (2 par jour)
Calculation for food of 380 kcal/100g.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Bulgarian Shepherd
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Sources & official links
Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.
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