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>Hungarian Kuvasz
>historically been royal guard dogs, or guarded livestock
>intensely loyal and patient pets who appreciate attention but may also be somewhat aloof or independent, as well as thoroughly cunning, particularly with strangers
>They are strictly working dogs, bred for centuries to think independently and act without instruction, scanning and evaluating the environment and taking protective or deterrent action as needed. This was a vital trait in their solitary duties protecting livestock.
>Kuvasz quickly understand what is being asked of them, but they have to respect a person as a trusted leader before they'll obey commands.
>They're also not usually interested in meaningless activity, such as doing entertaining tricks.
>The Kuvasz has a very special, close connection to his owner or family, as well as anyone in their circle, human or animal, that the dog considers part of the flock. He will protect all of them.
>He may also police interactions among them, such as discouraging rough play by herding rowdy individuals away from the group.
>By the end of World War II, nearly all the Kuvasz dogs in Hungary had been killed. The dogs had such a reputation for protecting their families that they were actively sought and killed by German and Soviet soldiers
