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06/12/2000
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Southern Russian Sheepdog

Southern Russian Sheepdog


Other names : South Russian Owtcharka. Ovtcharka de Russie Meridionale.

Native country : Russia

History

This breed is descended from Asian Molossian types and was later crossed with Borzois to give it a more streamlined silhouette. The breed was officially recognized in the USSR in 1952 and was the first Russian breed to be recognized by the FCI. The Red Army used this sheepdog as a sentry. This breed is still rare outside of its country of origin.

Description

This active dog is robust, strong, and well-balanced. He is well-known for his courage and is distrustful of strangers. This dominant dog is very protective of his owner. Though he can be aggressive, he can be a good companion if he is trained properly.

Advice

This dog needs a lot of exercise. Regular brushing is required.

Function

Sheepdog. Guard and defense dog. Pet.

In details...

Head:Elongated, with a moderately wide forehead. Slight stop. Large nose.
Ears:Fairly small, drop, triangular.
Eyes:Dark color, oval. Set horizontally in the skull.
Body:Very muscular. No dewlap. Fairly deep, broad chest, slightly flattened on the sides. Belly moderately tucked up. Strong, straight back. Short, broad, rounded loin.
Tail:Long.
Hair:Long (10 to 15 cm), rough, thick, bushy, slightly wavy. Heavy undercoat.
Coat:White, white and yellow, straw, gray, dark gray. White with small gray markings or flecked with gray.
Size:Dog: minimum of 65 cm.Bitch: minimum of 62 cm.
Weight:Approx. 25 kg.
Group:Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs)



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