Other Names
Caucasian Shepherd, Caucasian Ovtcharka, Kavkaskaia Ovtcharka, Caucasian Mountain Dog

Origin
Russia-Caucasian Republic, Middle Ages

Use Today
Livestock Guarding, Security

Life Expectancy
This breed can live as long as 10-11 years of age

Weight & Height
99-154 Pounds & 25-28 Inches

Known Health Problems
Hip and Elbow Dysplasia

Physical Description
Very large, powerful dog with a large, broad, wedge-shaped head and high-set drop ears which may be cropped. The muzzle is short and powerful, the eyes are almond shaped and are deep set. The nose is large and black.

Temperament
This dog is extremely protective of its family and is very distrutful of strangers.. It will protect its family members at all cost.. Therfore it should not be trusted alone with small children that it may see as a threat.. They also have a tendancy to be dominant with other dogs.. However, they are very friendly with their family. This dog is only right for the family that has time to train and socialize it proplerly to aviod aggressive tendancies

Living Conditions
Not suitable for apartment living

Grooming
The longhaired variety needs brushing from time to time. The shorthaird needs less attention

Exercise
Needs lots of outdoor space to exercise itself. This breed was originally used for livestock guarding so they need alot of exercise.

Coat Texture
Double coat with a profuse ruff, it can be short, medium or long.

Coat Colors
different shades of gray, also white, brown and multicolored coats and patterns.

Puppies
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Recognition
Continental Kennel Club
American Pet Registry
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
National Kennel Club