Longevity
Life expectancy
It lives on average from 12 to 15 years.
Build
A robust breed?
Hardy and robust, it withstands cold and prolonged exertion very well.
Watch points
What to watch for
The hips, any neurological sign and heat, to which he is sensitive, must be monitored.
Climate
Cold and heat tolerance
It tolerates the cold perfectly thanks to its double coat. It does not tolerate heat well: no exertion in summer during the hottest hours.
Weight
Tendency to gain weight
Active, it holds the line if it is sufficiently spent. The ration follows the activity.
Daily life
Good habits to keep it healthy
- Avoid exertion in extreme heat.
- Brush thoroughly during shedding periods.
- Consult in case of a seizure or weakness in the hindquarters.
Vaccination
Tamaskan vaccines: vaccination schedule
Which vaccines for a Tamaskan? Like all dogs, the Tamaskan receives essential vaccines from 8 weeks old: CHPPi (core vaccine) and Leptospirosis. The puppy primary vaccination for Tamaskan is given in several injections 4 weeks apart, followed by a first booster at 1 year. Depending on its lifestyle (hunting, hiking, boarding, travel, region), your veterinarian may complete the protocol with vaccines against Rabies, Kennel cough, Piroplasmosis, Lyme disease and Leishmaniasis.
| Vaccine | Primary series | First booster | Then | Who for? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CHPPi (core vaccine)Core Distemper, Rubarth hepatitis, parvovirosis and parainfluenza | 8 weeks · 12 weeks · 3 months | 1 year | every year | All pets |
LeptospirosisCore Leptospirosis (bacterium transmitted by rodent urine and stagnant water) | 8 weeks · 12 weeks | 1 year | every year | All pets |
RabiesLifestyle-based Rabies | 12 weeks | 1 year | every year | Mandatory for travel abroad, categorized dogs, most boarding kennels and shows |
Kennel coughLifestyle-based Bordetella bronchiseptica and parainfluenza | 8 weeks | 1 year | every year | Dogs attending boarding kennels, daycares, dog clubs and shows |
PiroplasmosisLifestyle-based Tick-borne babesiosis | 5 months · 6 months | 1 year | every year | Hunting dogs, dogs living in rural or wooded areas, dogs highly exposed to ticks |
Lyme diseaseLifestyle-based Tick-borne borreliosis | 12 weeks · 3 months | 1 year | every year | Hiking dogs, hunting dogs, forest areas of the East and the Center |
LeishmaniasisLifestyle-based Leishmaniasis transmitted by sandflies | 6 months | 1 year and 6 months | every year | Dogs living or staying in the South of France, Corsica and the Mediterranean basin |
Adult Tamaskan vaccine boosters are annual for leptospirosis and rabies; for distemper, hepatitis, and parvovirus, a booster every three years is often sufficient after the first booster. Your veterinarian will adjust the schedule to your dog’s actual risk.
Which boosters for your Tamaskan?
Enter your companion’s age: we list the vaccines to do now and the next boosters.
Adopting well
Adopting a healthy Tamaskan
Breeding dogs should be X-rayed for hip dysplasia and tested for degenerative myelopathy.
This information is provided for guidance only and does not replace a veterinarian’s advice. If you have any concerns about your pet’s health, consult a professional.
