Playful
Loving
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Trainable
Fearless
Brave
Bright
Clever

Clownish
Intelligent
Patient
Independent
Loyal
Protective
Brave
Fearless
Self-Confident
Faithful
Dependable

BT Walkers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Kuvaszs are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

BT Walkers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose a Kuvasz 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.

​United States

Tibet

Treeing Walker Coonhound, Boxer

shepherding dog

​Unknown

1300s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Red
White

White

BT Walkers have short coats.

Kuvaszs have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A BT Walker can have a litter of 2-10 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 Kuvasz 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.

BT Walkers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

BT Walkers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Kuvaszs typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Cardiomyopathy
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Degenerative Myelopathy
Corneal Dystrophy

Hip Dysplasia
Congenital Heart Defect

Demodicosis
Cherry Eye
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Dermoid Sinus
Hypothyroidism
Atopic Dermatitis
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Cervical Vertebral Instability
Stenosis

Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
Dna Test For Vwd
Physical Examination
Eye Examinations

Hip
Heart
Skeletal
X-Rays
Physical Examination

BT Walker has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Kuvasz has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

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

BT Walkers are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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

BT Walkers 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.

Kuvaszs 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 BT Walker, it's at least 14 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 Kuvasz, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most BT Walkers usually need at least 120 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 Kuvaszs usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Ideally, BT Walker should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Kuvasz should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a BT Walker is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Kuvasz is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a BT Walker is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Kuvasz is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $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.

BT Walker is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Kuvaszs are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

The Kuvasz is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

BT Walkers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Kuvaszs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

BT Walkers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Kuvaszs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Kuvaszs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

BT Walkers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Kuvaszs may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.