ADDITIONAL BLACK RUSSIAN TERRIER PICTURES
Family: Terrier
Breed Group: AKC Working
Origin: Russia
Date of Origin: 1950s
Originally used for: Multi function working dog, Military, Police
Used today: Military, Police, Companion
Other Name(s): Russian Black Terrier, Russian Bear Schnauzer
History of the Breed: To reconstruct ranks of military dogs after WW2, Soviets imported working breeds from other countries, mainly from
Germany to develop a new breed. The Giant Schnauzer is recognized as the main stock dog with mothers that were Airedale Terriers, Rottweillers,
Moscow Water Dogs, Caucasian Ovcharkas, Newfoundlands and German Shepherds.
General Appearance: A large strong dog with massive muscles and bones. The head is large and broad with a well developed occiput
and a flat forehead. The oval eyes are dark and medium sized. The small triangle shaped ears are set high. The large nose is black.
The body has a deep and wide chest that reaches at least to the elbows. The loin is short with a well tucked up abdomen. The tail is set high
thick and docked. The dog is covered in a medium length tousled black coat.
Height & Weight:
Height 25.5-28.5 Inches
Weight 65-90 Pounds
Coat: A double coat, with a dense and soft undercoat and a outercoat that is from one to four inches in length and tousled.
Color: Black with or without a few gray hairs
Grooming needs: High, need grooming at least once a week, more if a show dog
Temperament of Breed: Black Russian Terriers are dominant by nature and need confident owners who have experience handling similar dogs.
Friendly with children: Yes, if socialized, better with older children
Friendly with other dogs: Yes, if socialized stating at an early age
Suitability as a watchdog: Yes, excellent
Exercise Level: Medium to high
Health Issues with the Breed:
Major: Hip and elbow dysplasia, progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Minor:
Life Expectancy: 10-11 Years
2006 AKC Ranking: 134
First Registered by the AKC: 2004
Registries: CKC, FCI, NKC, KCGB, ANKC, APRI, AKC, ACR, UKC
ACR -American Canine Registry
AKC -American Kennel Club
ANKC -Australian National Kennel Club
APRI -American Pet Registry Inc.
CKC -Canadian Kennel Club
FCI -Fédération Cynologique Internationale
KCGB -Kennel Club of Great Britain
NKC -National Kennel Club
UKC -United Kennel Club
Breed Organizations & Associations:
Black Russian Terrier Club of America, Inc.(BRTCA)
American Association of Black Russian Terriers
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