Dog Breed
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
- Full Name
- Caucasian Shepherd Dog
- Alternate Names
- Caucasian Ovcharka, Caucasian Sheepdog, Kawkasky Owtscharka, and Kaukasische Schaferhund, Russian Mountain Dog, Caucasian Mountain Dog, Russian Bear Dog
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- Life Span
- 10 - 12 years
- Weight
- 100 - 190 pounds
- Description
The Caucasian Shepherd dog is a mountain dog that has historically been used to guard livestock but through selective breeding, Caucasians have transitioned from the fields to perform property, estate, and area protection for many generations. Also known as the Caucasian Ovcharka, this dog is massive and can weigh in excess of 180 pounds. They are bold, fearless, and devoted to protecting their family and property. They will not hesitate to take on adult wolves and bears to defend their territory.
The Caucasian Shepherd dog would not be a good dog for a first-time owner, as they need much socialization and a consistent training program, or they can become overly protective and aggressive. However, if you are looking for a guard dog, particularly if you have a large land and live in a cold environment, the Caucasian Shepherd can be a good option. They have an incredibly dense coat (much like a Malamute), which can keep them warm under very cold conditions. They are motivated to perform a job that keeps them busy and focused.
Caucasians require secure fencing; they are nomadic and naturally wander off their property. Visual endpoints allow them to understand their territory and where to "stop" guarding. Without proper containment, they will continue past their property to guard neighboring property, even from the owner themselves! Caucasians have terrible recall because they are such strong, independent thinkers, so they often continue to do whatever they think is best.
- Origin
- RussiaGeorgiaArmeniaAzerbaijan
- Bred For
- protecting properties from trespassers, guarding livestock from large and medium predators such as wolves and coyotes
- Attachments
- FCI Breed Standard
- Family Considerations
- Overall Ease of Breed
- Personality
- Home and Environment Considerations
- Physical Characteristics
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Does the Caucasian Shepherd Dog try to run away?
Is the Caucasian Shepherd Dog a healthy dog? The health of a Caucasian Shepherd Dog should be measured not just by how many years they live, but also by how many health issues they've had. It is important to know which health conditions your breed is prone to- hip problems, eye problems, bloating, and arthritis are all common dog health problems.
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Does the Caucasian Shepherd Dog have a large prey drive? Does the Caucasian Shepherd Dog like to chase birds, cats, and other small animals?
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Breed Variations
- Dog
- Working
- Shepherd / Sheepdog
- Caucasian Shepherd Dog
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