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{{Short description|Dogbreed in Jammu and Kashmir, India}} |
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The '''Bakharwal dog''' is a [[livestock guardian dog]] found in northern [[India]]. It is an ancient [[working dog|working]] [[Indian dog breeds|Indian dog breed]] found in [[Ladakh]] and across the [[Pir Panjal Range]] of |
The '''Bakharwal dog''' is a [[livestock guardian dog]] found in northern [[India]]. It is an ancient [[working dog|working]] [[Indian dog breeds|Indian dog breed]] found in [[Ladakh]] and across the [[Pir Panjal Range]] of Jammu and Kashmir, India. |
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It has been bred by the [[Gaddis]], [[Jats]], [[Gujjar]] and [[Bakerwal]] castes, as well as other local people of Jammu and Kashmir and [[Himachal Pradesh]], for the purpose of guarding their flocks of goats, sheep and cattle, along with their houses, from centuries.<ref>{{cite web |title=Bakharwal Training |url=https://precisionk9work.com/by-breed/austin-bakharwal-training/ |publisher=Precision K9 Work |access-date=20 March 2019 |language=en |quote=The Bakharwal dog probably originated in Ladakh and was bred in the Pir Panjal Mountains, India, and it has been known as a working breed.}}</ref> |
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| ⚫ | A recent study says that this breed is on the verge of extinction and |
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| ⚫ | While the Bakharwal Dog is mainly found in Jammu and Kashmir region, India. A recent study says that this breed is on the verge of extinction and has appealed to include this animal in the [[endangered species]] category by local communities. Of late, there were many cases when this mountain breed of dog contracted [[rabies]] or was shot by separatist militants.<ref name="Bukhari2011">{{cite web |last1=Bukhari |first1=Shujaat |title=Fear of Bakerwali dog going extinct |url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/fear-of-bakerwali-dog-going-extinct/article2630924.ece |publisher=[[The Hindu]] |access-date=20 March 2019 |language=en |date=16 November 2011}}</ref><ref name="Paviter2018">{{cite web |title=The last of Bakharwal dogs |url=http://www.merinews.com/article/the-last-of-bakharwal-dogs/132804.shtml |publisher=Merinews |access-date=20 March 2019 |language=en |date=20 April 2018 |quote=But, since 1990 a steep decline in number of Bakharwal shepherded dogs was found as hundreds of dogs were killed during insurgency in the higher regions of the state.}}</ref> |
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==History== |
==History== |
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[[File:Image of bakarwal dog.jpg|thumb|bakarwal dog]] |
[[File:Image of bakarwal dog.jpg|thumb|bakarwal dog]] |
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The origin of the Bakharwal Dog lies in [[Ladakh]], [[northern India]], and found in the states of [[Jammu and Kashmir (union territory)|Jammu and Kashmir]] and [[Himachal Pradesh]].<ref name=smartcanine>{{cite web |title=Bakharwal Dog: Stubborn, Fierce, and Fluffy – Complete Guide to the Himalayan Mastiff |url=https://thesmartcanine.com/dog-breeds/bakharwal-dog/ |publisher=The Smart Canine |access-date=20 March 2019 |language=en|quote=The Bakharwal dog is one of the most fascinating dog breeds originating from Northern India.}}</ref> |
The origin of the Bakharwal Dog lies in [[Ladakh]], [[northern India]], and found in the states of [[Jammu and Kashmir (union territory)|Jammu and Kashmir]] and [[Himachal Pradesh]].<ref name=smartcanine>{{cite web |title=Bakharwal Dog: Stubborn, Fierce, and Fluffy – Complete Guide to the Himalayan Mastiff |url=https://thesmartcanine.com/dog-breeds/bakharwal-dog/ |publisher=The Smart Canine |access-date=20 March 2019 |language=en|quote=The Bakharwal dog is one of the most fascinating dog breeds originating from Northern India.}}</ref> |
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The Bakharwal Dog may be descended from crossbreeding the [[Tibetan Mastiff]] with the [[Indian pariah dog]], though other scholars state that the Bakharwal Dog is the "oldest Indian Dog which since centuries has been surviving with the Kashmiri nomads."{{Cn}} |
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| ⚫ | The Bakharwal Dog has been targeted by [[Insurgency in Jammu and Kashmir|separatist militants]] in the erstwhile Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir, who shot the dogs to prevent them from alerting people of their intrusion.<ref name="Paviter2018"/> |
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While the Bakharwal Dog is mainly found in India, it is found in smaller numbers in [[Afghanistan]] and [[Pakistan]].{{facts|date=December 2023}} |
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These separatist militants prevented herdsmen from going to higher reaches, which caused many Bakharwal Dogs to catch disease and die.{{facts|date=December 2023}} |
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==General appearance== |
==General appearance== |
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[[File:Bakharwal.jpg|thumb]] |
[[File:Bakharwal.jpg|thumb]] |
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Bakarwal is divided into two categories namely general Bakarwal and Ladakhi Bakarwal. Bakarwal is a powerful, heavy bone, medium to large size dog. It is an agile and a sturdy breed, a typical mountain dog with a furry coat and plumy tail that gives it a majestic look. It looks like a medium version of [[Tibetan Mastiff]]. It is mostly in black colour with white at toes and chest. The dog has a vegetarian appetite that mainly includes bread made of rice chaff, maize and milk. Common colours are black and tan, red, fawn, pied, sable, white and brindle. |
Bakarwal is divided into two categories namely general Bakarwal and Ladakhi Bakarwal. Bakarwal is a powerful, heavy bone, medium to large size dog. It is an agile and a sturdy breed, a typical mountain dog with a furry coat and plumy tail that gives it a majestic look. It looks like a medium version of [[Tibetan Mastiff]].{{Cn}} |
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It is mostly in black colour with white at toes and chest. The dog has a vegetarian appetite that mainly includes bread made of rice chaff, maize and milk. Common colours are black and tan, red, fawn, pied, sable, white and brindle.{{cn}} |
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Females of the particular breed give birth to a single litter once a year, with the average size being three to four puppies.<ref name=smartcanine/> |
Females of the particular breed give birth to a single litter once a year, with the average size being three to four puppies.<ref name=smartcanine/> |
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| Other names | Bakherwal, Bakhrawal Mastiff, Kashmiri Sheepdog, Kashmiri Bakerwal Dog, Kashmiri Mastiff | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Origin | Indian subcontinent | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Breed status | Not recognised as a breed by any major kennel club. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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The Bakharwal dog is a livestock guardian dog found in northern India. It is an ancient working Indian dog breed found in Ladakh and across the Pir Panjal Range of Jammu and Kashmir, India.
It has been bred by the Gaddis, Jats, Gujjar and Bakerwal castes, as well as other local people of Jammu and Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh, for the purpose of guarding their flocks of goats, sheep and cattle, along with their houses, from centuries.[1]
While the Bakharwal Dog is mainly found in Jammu and Kashmir region, India. A recent study says that this breed is on the verge of extinction and has appealed to include this animal in the endangered species category by local communities. Of late, there were many cases when this mountain breed of dog contracted rabies or was shot by separatist militants.[2][3]
History
The origin of the Bakharwal Dog lies in Ladakh, northern India, and found in the states of Jammu and Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh.[4]
The Bakharwal Dog may be descended from crossbreeding the Tibetan Mastiff with the Indian pariah dog, though other scholars state that the Bakharwal Dog is the "oldest Indian Dog which since centuries has been surviving with the Kashmiri nomads."[citation needed]
The Bakharwal Dog has been targeted by separatist militants in the erstwhile Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir, who shot the dogs to prevent them from alerting people of their intrusion.[3]
These separatist militants prevented herdsmen from going to higher reaches, which caused many Bakharwal Dogs to catch disease and die.[citation needed]
General appearance
Bakarwal is divided into two categories namely general Bakarwal and Ladakhi Bakarwal. Bakarwal is a powerful, heavy bone, medium to large size dog. It is an agile and a sturdy breed, a typical mountain dog with a furry coat and plumy tail that gives it a majestic look. It looks like a medium version of Tibetan Mastiff.[citation needed]
It is mostly in black colour with white at toes and chest. The dog has a vegetarian appetite that mainly includes bread made of rice chaff, maize and milk. Common colours are black and tan, red, fawn, pied, sable, white and brindle.[citation needed]
Females of the particular breed give birth to a single litter once a year, with the average size being three to four puppies.[4]
Utilisation
The Bakharwal Dog, along with the Gaddi Kutta, is particularly used for guarding sheep, protecting farms and homes in Himachal Pradesh as well as in Jammu and Kashmir. It is also used by the Indian Police in order to capture militants across the nation.[citation needed]
Bakharwal Dogs, the mountain dogs are an ancient breed of working dogs found in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Scientists believe that these may be amongst the oldest herding dogs having origins in Central Asia. They are bred by nomadic tribes as a livestock guardian dog and settlement protector. Bakharwal Dog puppies between 8 and twelve weeks old need four meals daily.[citation needed]
Bakharwal Dog puppies 3 to 6 months old should be fed 3 meals in a 24-hour period. Top-quality dry dog food ensures balanced nutrition to adult bakharwal dogs and may be mixed with water, canned food. Bakharwal Dogs must get some daily exercise to stay fit, recharge their brains, and maintain their health. Daily activity also really helps bakharwal dogs fight boredom, which often has the potential to lead to difficult behaviour.[citation needed]
See also
References
- ^ "Bakharwal Training". Precision K9 Work. Retrieved 20 March 2019.
The Bakharwal dog probably originated in Ladakh and was bred in the Pir Panjal Mountains, India, and it has been known as a working breed.
- ^ Bukhari, Shujaat (16 November 2011). "Fear of Bakerwali dog going extinct". The Hindu. Retrieved 20 March 2019.
- ^ a b "The last of Bakharwal dogs". Merinews. 20 April 2018. Retrieved 20 March 2019.
But, since 1990 a steep decline in number of Bakharwal shepherded dogs was found as hundreds of dogs were killed during insurgency in the higher regions of the state.
- ^ a b "Bakharwal Dog: Stubborn, Fierce, and Fluffy – Complete Guide to the Himalayan Mastiff". The Smart Canine. Retrieved 20 March 2019.
The Bakharwal dog is one of the most fascinating dog breeds originating from Northern India.
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