Chodský pes Grooming Profile

Chodský pes are a poor choice for allergy sufferers. Their thick double coat sheds noticeably year-round, with heavier seasonal blowouts in spring and fall.

Allergy-friendly: 2 / 10

Chodský pes dogs are heavy seasonal shedders due to their thick, shaggy double coats. They lose hair moderately year-round, requiring weekly brushing to manage loose fur and prevent tangles. Expect significant shedding during the spring and fall when they blow their dense undercoat completely.

Shedding: 2 / 10

Weekly brushing to manage their shaggy double coat.

Grooming need: 7 / 10

Chodský pes are only easy to maintain in the grooming department — weekly brushing keeps their double coat in check. Their real cost is time: bred as working herders, they need 3 to 4 hours of daily exercise and mental engagement, which makes them far from low-maintenance overall.

Low-maintenance: 3 / 10

Chodský pes are medium-sized herding dogs, typically standing 19 to 22 inches tall and weighing 35 to 66 pounds, with males generally larger than females.

Size: 5 / 10

Chodský pes reach their full height by around 12 months, though they keep filling out with muscle and body mass until closer to age two.

Growth timeline: 2 / 10

Adult Chodský pes typically need 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food daily, split into two meals, adjusted for their activity level and body condition.

Feeding amount: 2 / 10

Chodský pes puppies should be fed three to four measured meals a day up to about six months old, then move to two meals daily. This athletic Czech herding breed grows steadily rather than explosively, but consistent feeding still supports healthy bones and joints. Ask your vet for breed-specific guidance.

Puppy feeding frequency: 6 / 10