Origin: Czech Republic
Origin of Name: The Český Fousek is a Czech breed of versatile hunting dog that was traditionally and currently used to hunt, point, and retrieve.
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In the land currently known as the Czech Republic, there existed an ancient kingdom called the Kingdom of Bohemia. It is here that the Cesky Fawkak breed will see its origins. Ancient paintings have been found depicting Bohemian wire-haired pointer and by the Middle Ages, the Bohemian Empire had a Hunting Dog, known as the Bohemian Water Dog. In these times, the Bohemian king and the emperor of Rome were the same. The young ruler, Charles IV, was educated by a man named Willem Zajic. Zajic wrote a letter that would be an early reference to the Cesky Fawkak breed. He wrote: ""In 1348, Emperor Charles IV presented Marrad Ludwig von Bredenberg as a number of capable Hunting Dogs called Canis bohemicus.""
In these early times, Canis bohemicus was the only wire-operated Hunting Dog in Europe, and it is therefore believed that the breed may be the producer of this canine type. A later reference to the early Cesky Fosk type was made around 1724, in a book called Der Volkomine Toothsche [Deutsche] Jäger (""The Complete German Hunter""). This two-volume encyclopedia was written by Johann Friedrich von Fleming, and describes a type of dog, not necessarily a specific breed when it mentions a thick-haired pointer from Bohemia that is primarily Se was used for the work performed in water.
Although a reference to Bohemia with a dog, with thick hair and a particular talent for waterworks has been seen throughout history, the Cesky Fosch breed was not clearly recognized until 1883, when Joseph Willem Serny of Hunters Wrote Huntsmanship-Handbook and Hunting Friend. Cerny describes a Czech rough-haired dog and specifically identifies it as being a pointer. This is the first such reference made from the Cesky Faulk. Cerny called the dog in his book ""Cesky Ohr"".
The term ""fosk"" was not used until three years later, when it is found in a Czech registry of purebred dogs. At that time, thick-haired pointed dogs were called phosxes. Fousek is derived from the word ""fousy"" which means facial hair / mustache and is a reference to the body texture of the breed. Later that year, a group of hunters and breeders of rough-haired pointer from Bohemia would form a club to breed. They would call it ""Society for Rough-Haird Pointer-Cesky Fosk-Off located in Pisek, Czech Kingdom"". This would be the first use of the combined name Cesky Fosk.
At this time there was a lot of inbreeding among Hunting Dogs; Therefore the breed of early Cesky Fosk was of a greater type than the pure breed of dog. Despite this fact, the breed was highly valued by hunters in their homeland, as well as hunters in countries around Austria and Germany. Overtime, the Cesky Fosk would become a popular hunting companion throughout Europe. Prior to World War I (WW I), the Cesky Fosk was the most commonly used wirehead indicator dog in the Czech Republic region, which is now the Czech Republic.
Cesky Fousek is a dog that is accustomed to working in the farm, and is therefore a low-maintenance breed for grooming. The dog's coat is relatively short and is only of medium size. Regularly brushing the coat with a firm bristle brush will help remove any loose or dead hair from the thick coat. The coat of Cesky Fawkak is naturally weather proof; Therefore, unless necessary, the dog should not be bathed as this bath may clog the oils that provide this natural weatherproof quality. Wiping the dog's coat with a cloth or chamo will help distribute the coat's natural oils and make it shiny.
Cesky Fosk is often found working in the area as a hunter; If this is how you intend your dog to exercise, make sure that the breed has dried properly after each excursion if it gets wet because they may be susceptible to extreme cold weather and freeze them. Should not be used. In addition, the feet should be checked and cared for regularly if the toenails should be trimmed if not worn down sufficiently through use. Cesky Fosks have hanging ears, and should often be checked for excessive moisture, dirt, or infection in the ear area. Any excess hair that grows in the ear canal should be removed.
As with all dog breeds, the diet and exercise requirements of the dog should be noted; Along with the care and care of its eyes, teeth and nose areas to ensure cleanliness and to prevent infection or other health concerns from developing.
As with all breeds, initial socialization and puppy training classes are recommended. This breed has a reputation for being difficult to house. However, in every other case, it is very easy to train them. For example, They like to perform tricks and learn new ones quickly. They respond very well to training based on positive rewards rather than harsh or negative methods. This breed is required to live with his family and is likely to result in undesirable behaviour if he is regularly left alone for long periods of time.
This breed is classified as "somewhat active", but is average. Long segments of quiet activity are often spread with brief bursts of high activity, often simply moving around the house or yard. In addition to walking, daily play sessions are required. Another dog can be a good exercise partner, but they will still need quality playtime with his owner. A fence-backed backyard is a good idea; Bichons are surprisingly fast, and if someone makes a dash for freedom, it can be difficult to catch or call you back. They enjoy obedience, agility and participating in rally competitions.
They should perform well on high-quality dog food, whether it is commercially manufactured or prepared with the supervision and approval of your vet. Any diet should be appropriate for the age of the dog (puppy, adult or senior). Some dogs are at risk of being overweight, so watch your dog's calorie consumption and weight level. Treatment training can be an important aid, but giving too much can lead to obesity. Know which human foods are safe for dogs, and which are not. If you have any concerns about your dog's weight or diet, check with your vet. Clean, freshwater must be available at all times.
The Cesky Fosk has been carefully banned for decades to ensure its health and hunting abilities. Because of its focus on dog ancestry, Cesky Fosk evolved into a strong and hearty breed. There are currently no serious health problems that have been recorded for the Cesky Fawkak breed and these dogs live an average of 12–15 years. Ceska Fouska often has a size of 5 to 7 puppies. Although no serious condition has been reported, the Cisky Foske breed is known to experience the following: