Active
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Going
Tempered
Sweet
Cheerful
Easygoing

Brave
Independent
Proud
Dominant
Intelligent
Vigilant

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

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

United States

Bulgaria

Maltese, Welsh Corgi

Unknown

2000

Ancient Times

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Red
White
Blue

Pied
Black
Brown
Sable
Brindle

Corteses are known for their coat length.

Karakachans have medium-length coats.

A Cortese can have a litter of 3-5 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 Karakachan 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.

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

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

While the Cortese breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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

Cataracts
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Retinal Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Urinalysis
Blood Tests

X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Blood Panel

Corteses 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.

Karakachans 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 Cortese, it's at least 7 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 Karakachan, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Corteses 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.

In general most Karakachans 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.

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

Karakachans require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Cortese 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

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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-28 pound (4 - 13 kg) Cortese feed 2 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 85-120 pound (39 - 54 kg) Karakachan 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 Cortese is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Karakachan is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Cortese is between $42 - $84. This makes an average of $504 - $1008 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 Karakachan is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Karakachans have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Karakachans can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Corteses make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Karakachans are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

Corteses are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

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

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

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

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