 | Breed
Group:
Working |
| Weight:
Male: 110-160, Female: 80-120 lbs |
| Height:
Male: 26-30, Female: 25.5-28 inches |
| Color(s):
black, black with some gray hair |
| Coat:
The
virtually non-shedding hair is rough, hard, ample and extremely dense,
between 1.6 and 3.9 inches long and covers the entire body with dense
and well-developed undercoat. The coat forms a rough, bushy moustache
on the upper lip and a beard on the lower lip. On the neck and the
withers, the coat is longer and forms a mane. The forelegs down until
the elbows and the hind legs until the thighs are covered by a rough
and long coat. |
| Overview:
The
Black Russian Terrier is a large size dog with square or slightly
stretched frame, efficient, easily adaptable to different climatic
conditions and owners life-style, intelligent, well trainable. He is
active, but dignified, and will delight in joining you in fishing,
swimming, biking or hiking. He's happiest with an owner who can give
him plenty of jobs to do (like playing games, obedience, agility
training). |
| Character:
Black
Russian Terriers are intelligent, loyal, strong, enduring, courageous,
self-confident protective and reliable. Balanced temperament and good
trainability allow successful use in many working modalities and canine
sports. Black Russian Terriers are a wonderful companion and a loyal
family member. |
| Temperament:
Active,
hardy large breed with stable temperament, but very lively, with strong
reactions of defence: unwanted visitors are stopped. This dog is tough,
brave, alert, and loyal. This breed gets along fine with children and
other animals, provided proper socialization has taken place. |
| Care:
Weekly
grooming with a brush and comb is required. The ears, nails and teeth
require ample attention. Scissoring or clipping for a Black Russian
Terrier is sufficient 3-4 times a year. |
| Training:
Training is a breeze as this breed rates higher than average in learning speed and problem solving skills. |
| Activity:
This
breed will do well in urban, suburban or country setting with
reasonable amounts of exercise. Black Russian Terriers are happiest
when doing some type of work, such as playing games, agility,
obedience, or protection. Over-exercising when young can cause damage
to growing bones, joints, and muscles. |
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