Confident, Clever, Lively
First, about that nickname: PON is the acronym for the Polish breed name, Polski Owczarek Nizinny. PONs aren’t particularly large dogs, standing no more than 20 inches at the shoulder, but they are muscular and stocky. The rectangular body is covered head to toe with a double coa…
Energy
80%
Shedding
60%
Trainability
20%
Grooming
80%
Friendliness
20%
Coat Type
Long coat
Daily Brushing
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beds
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training
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Needs 60-90 minutes active exercise daily; thrives with a job or sport.
Seasonal shedder — daily brushing during spring and fall coat blows is essential.
Coat requires daily brushing to prevent matting; professional grooming every 6-8 weeks.
Reserved with strangers — early, thorough socialization is critical for this breed.
FCI Group
Group 1 — Sheepdogs and Cattledogs
Section
Herdershonden
Status
recognized