Macedonian Sharplaninec

[Prolet]

The winner of the Shara Cup which is a Ski Tournament is given a Sharplaninec, its actually one of the oldest Ski Tournaments in Europe.

http://www.saracup.mk/

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While the origins of the breed are obscured by history, it is believed by some that Šars' ancestry dates back to the time of Alexander The Great. It is also believed that the original mountain shepherd dog (based in the Mollos family) was cross bred with wolves during the Middle Ages to create the 'modern' Sar (certainly the modern Sar resembles a wolf in movement).

Šarplaninac is one of rare dog breeds which can confront and take down a wolf or a bear.

One of the interesting physical characteristics of the Sarplaninac are his unusually large teeth that set it apart from most dogs, further proving its old age of origin. Heavily-boned and muscular, the Sarplaninec has a very rich full top-coat, with an abundant dense undercoat, making it fully weatherproof and suited for an outside life. The breed can also work cattle and serve as a guard dog; it was bred and used as a military dog under Marshal Josip Broz Tito.

Often described by the Macedonian peasants as that of a wolf, a bear and a dragon cursing the Gods in unison. The head is large, with a mastiffy muzzle and powerful jaws

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Alexander the Great and His Favorite Dog



Alexander the Great, who dominated, conquered, and created one of the largest empires in ancient history had a beloved dog by his side, named Peritas, who was a Molossian dog. Alexander was 11 years old when he got Peritas.* His dog was rumored to have battled an elephant and brought it to its knees. But Peritas greatest loyalty is in the story of how he saved Alexander the Great.* According to legend, Peritas defended Alexander when he was trapped by his enemies and his own soldiers were prevented from rescuing him. Leonnatus, who fought with Alexander hear Peritas barking and told the dog to run to Alexander.* The courageous dog ran through the soldiers and lurched at the enemies who hadjust wounded Alexander with a javelin.* Peritas attacked many of the men, which allowed Alexander’s soldiers to save him before he was wounded again. Peritas, as the story goes was wounded too, but did not survive, as he used his last breaths to put his head on Alexander’s lap.** Peritas name lives on forever in the city of Peritas, in India which Alexander the Great name for his beloved dog. The tomb of his dog and a statue depicting Peritas still exists at the entrance to the city. Alexander had many dogs, but Peritas was his favorite dog.
http://hubpages.com/hub/dogology-fam...ncient-history


Aristotle, who lived in 384-322 B.C, praises the Molossis dogs and tells us that they served as guardians of the herds, and distinguished themselves from all other dogs through there size and indomitable courage against wild animals.


Grattius, Roman poet, of the age of Augustus
Grattius, a contemporary of Ovid wrote ...
...and "when serious work has come, when bravery must be shown, and the impetuous War-god calls in the utmost hazard, then you could not but admire the renowned Molossians so much."

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Originally Posted by Daniel the Great

They are very nice dogs and are also very large. I think there's people who bread and sell the Sharplaninec in Australia, it would be good to get one. It is no doubt a Macedonian bread of dog even though our neighbors claim and try steel the Sharplaninec along with our identity, name, history, culture and songs.

Daniel there is afew in Melbourne that sell Sharplaninec's, a friend Of mine just got one from there not sure by who..will find out..

here is a photo of him

5 month old Macedonian Sarplaninac, Sharko

Here is a link from Melbourne..Serbian breeders
Southern Star Sharplaninec
http://southernstarsarp.com/index-old.htm

Other links of Breeders in Macedonia

THE SHARPLANINEC BREEDING FARM "KORAB"
http://www.unet.com.mk/sharplaninec/farm.htm

WELCOME TO " K E F " THE BEST BREEDER OF MACEDONIA
http://www.kef.com.mk/KEF/kef.html

Sarplaninac-jozo
http://www.sarplaninac-jozo.com/

Breeding Farm "Grozdanoski”
http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Bre...01884379862030

[Daniel the Great]

Thanks for the info TLwR.

[Prolet]

There are also Beli Sharplaninci who are very good at looking after Sheep, they tend to blend in and when Wolves attack they are there and the attackers struggle to tell the difference between them.

Sharplaninci are only good in places where its cold, they tend to struggle in the warmer temperatures. There is a Sharplaninec at the Manastir in Donnybrook.

[Daniel the Great]

Originally Posted by Prolet

There is a Sharplaninec at the Manastir in Donnybrook.

Ye i'v seen that one a few times, it's very big and very alert.

[lavce pelagonski]

There is a Sharplaninec at Donnybrook Her nam is Shara an amazing dog very smart an knows when you are taking pictures I'll post some soon.

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Originally Posted by Prolet

There are also Beli Sharplaninci who are very good at looking after Sheep, they tend to blend in and when Wolves attack they are there and the attackers struggle to tell the difference between them.

Prolet, Here are some photo's of Beli Sharplanici guarding their Flock, as you can see they blend in well..

[lavce pelagonski]

ops didnt see you Prolet you already posted. lol