Black Russian Terrier

Ease of Training
Shedding
Watchdog
Guard Dog
Popularity
Size

History

• He was developed in 1957 by Russia's State owned Red Star Kennel as a police guard dog to be used for protection (he originally wasn't bred for "looks" only ability)
• Some puppies were then sold to civilian breeders who bred him for "looks" as well as working ability
• The Giant Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Rottweiler were heavily used in his development among 17 other breeds

Personality and Behavior

• He's very intelligent
• He can be aloof but bonds very close with his human family
• He's tough, large and powerful
• He has quite a bit of physical endurance
• He makes and excellent guard dog
• He's way of strangers
• He's loyal, brave and courageous
• He can be aggressive with other dogs
• He needs to romp and run outside everyday to burn his energy; or this pent out energy may turn into destructive behavior

Training

• He's easy to train because he learns commands at an above average rate.

Shedding

• He sheds virtually no hair. You'll be hard-pressed to find a hair in your home! (Good for clean-freaks.)

Grooming / Maintenance

• Option 1: Clip his coat short every few months and then it only needs to be brushed occasionally.
• Option 2: Clip and scissors his coat into shape every 6 weeks and brush it once a week.

Other varieties

• N/A

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