Polish Tatra Sheepdog tends to gain weight easily, needs increased exercise and playtime along with controlled food intake.

Boykin Spaniel has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Calm
Independent
Intelligent

Companionable
Energetic
Intelligent
Eager
Friendly
Trainable

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Boykin Spaniels are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Choose a Polish Tatra Sheepdog if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Boykin Spaniels are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Poland

United States

Mastiff, Native Mountain Dogs

Chesapeake Bay Retriever, Springer, Cocker and American Water Spaniel, Pointer

American Rare Breed Association
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.
Polish Tatra Sheepdog Club Of America
Polish Kennel Club

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
National Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.

Unknown

1900s

Herding
Guardian Dog (UKC)

Sporting (AKC:2009)
Gun Dog (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Brown

White

Brown

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Boykin Spaniels have medium-length coats.

A Polish Tatra 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.

A Boykin Spaniel can have a litter of 14-16 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.

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

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

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation
Distichiasis
Hip Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Exercise Induced Collapse

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia

Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Corneal Opacities
Collie Eye Anomaly
Persistent Pupillary Membrane

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Testing

Knee
Eyes
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Boykin Spaniels thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

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

Boykin Spaniels are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

While Boykin Spaniel dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Walking, Swim, Walk, Run

Fetch, Eating Snacks, Smell

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs 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.

Boykin Spaniels 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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog, it's at least 16 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 Boykin Spaniel, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Polish Tatra Sheepdog is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Boykin Spaniel requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Dematter
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 80-130 pound (36 - 59 kg) Polish Tatra Sheepdog feed 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.

For an average 30-40 pound (14 - 18 kg) Boykin Spaniel 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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog is somewhere $4.90 - $5.60 per day.

The average cost of a Boykin Spaniel is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Polish Tatra Sheepdog is between $112 - $154. This makes an average of $1344 - $1848 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 Boykin Spaniel is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Boykin Spaniels make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Boykin Spaniels are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Boykin Spaniels are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Boykin Spaniels are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.