Description of a Ciobanesc de Bucovina.

The Bukovina Sheepdog is a native breed formed in the Carpathian Mountains, in Bucovina region, specifically in the North-East of Romania. This breed has been given a special attention where selection and improvement are concerned. This fact led to the existence of the actual type. In this region, this breed’s individuals are used with great success for guarding herds and property. This dog is also very well known under the name of “DULAU” (shepherd’s dog) or “CAPAU”. The first standard was written in 1982 and updated in 2001 by the Asociatia Chinologica Romana (Romanian Kennel Club). The present standard, dating from March 29, 2002, was written and updated according to the model established by the 1987 FCI General Assembly from Jerusalem.