Catalburun (Turkish Pointer) - History

Catalburun (Turkish Pointer) - History

The breed of the dog comes from Turkey.

Very rare dog, even in their country of origin, Turkey.

Dogs make a strange feeling, especially when we see them for the first time. The breed was crossed between dogs "in the family", which resulted in a genetic deformity of the nose.

Those who manipulated the formation of the breed, the dog wanted to have an excellent sense of smell and was a great hunter.

According to the classification of the World Organisation for dogs (FCI), Catalburun can be attributed to hunting dogs.

The first description of this breed were found in England, close to 1650. History says that has been developed over many years by the local population in the province of Tarus. There was documented in 1930. A close link has been established between the Spanish Pacon Navarro and Catalburun, mainly through the nose, and a similar pattern of overall appearance. Meaning "Catal" to "fork" and "burun" - nos. This breed is rare and virtually unknown outside the country. According to statistical data of dogs Catalburun worldwide it is about 200.

Catalburun dog - Temperament

Catalburun (Turkish Pointer) - temperament

Catalburun dogs are very calm dogs and they are preferred as home dogs. A perfect dog to look at in the gardens because it is also very successful as a guard dog. These dogs are very sensitive. They are excellent friends for hunting. Catalburuns are vey smart. They have great tracking skills because of their separate nose. Catalburun can find any hidden animal. Well-trained dogs can be great help for animal hunters.The outstanding feature of this breed is energetic temperament and ability to remain silent while hunting. A dog can stand still, when you notice your goal, and after a while comes into play with his watchful nose. Catalburun loves children and is not aggressive towards them, even when children are engaged him.
Calatalburun is calm, loyal. Due to their hunting skills can become an excellent companion to experience the hunter. Getting used to hunt begins at about 7 months.

It becomes aggressive when someone violates the privacy or space of the owner / owners. The owner must be an experienced, energetic, calm, consistent, friendly, patient, persistent, active, having enough free time to spend time actively. He needs a lot of traffic, a lot of social activities and other physical and mental. On the walk can do without using the leash.