Tornjak

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Bosnian Tornjak
Bosnian Tornjak
Other namesBosnian Shepard
Bosnian Mountain Dog
Bosnian Corral Dog
OriginBosnia and Herzegovina
Dog (domestic dog)

The Bosnian Tornjak ("tor" is Bosnian for corral/sheepfold) is a dog breed native to central Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is a mountain sheep dog, found specifically in the Travnik region. It is part of the "Tornjak" race of dogs, which is split into the Croatian Tornjak and the Bosnian Tornjak. The Bosnian Tornjak typically has stronger bones, and a better highlighted difference between the sexes.

On February 24, 2006, this breed was recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale.

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Bosnian Tornjak guarding his master's yard

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