Karaman sheepdogs tended at remote North Macedonian monastery
At a remote monastery in western North Macedonia, Father Porfirij feeds large black Karaman sheepdogs, a traditional Balkan breed long used to guard highland flocks.
At a remote monastery in North Macedonia's rugged west, Father Porfirij begins his day by feeding his large black Karaman sheepdogs. The Karaman is a traditional Balkan flock-guarding breed that has watched over highland flocks for centuries.