Sinka Recognized as Hungary's Tenth Official Dog Breed

  • 21 Aug 2024 8:28 AM
  • Hungary Today
Sinka Recognized as Hungary's Tenth Official Dog Breed
The Association of Hungarian Dog Breeds (HUKOSZ) has announced that the Sinka has been recognized as the tenth Hungarian dog breed by the WCHSA (World Cynologic-Hunting-Sports Alliance), an international federation specializing in this breed. The Sika is categorized in Breed Group 1, among shepherd dogs.

Telex reports that the Hungarian Pumi Club, which manages the nine existing Hungarian breeds, along with the International Cynological Federation (FCI), have not officially accepted the Sinka as an independent breed. There are several scientific and practical reasons for this lack of acceptance.

HUKOSZ describes the recognition as a significant milestone, believing that the breed’s original purpose can be reinforced through an internationally coordinated breeding program.

Sinkas are intelligent, hardworking dogs, the breed combines traits from boxers, German shepherds, and bull-type dogs. Adapted to the sparse watering holes in the Hortobágy (Great Plain Region), the Sinka can work all day with minimal water.

The name “Sinka” comes from the Hungarian word for “smooth-haired,” reflecting its appearance. The Sinka has a graceful, muscular build suited for herding and can be used for herding grey cattle and sheep from as early as five months old.

Currently, nine Hungarian dog breeds are officially recognized: the Puli, Pumi, Mudi, Komondor, Kuvasz, Hungarian Greyhound, Transylvanian Hound, and the short- and wire-haired Vizsla. The Sinka is now added to this list.

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