The Russian Black Terrier is a dog intended to guard, is distinguished by special devotion to the owner and family members. For effective protection and timely detection of strangers, the dog needs special training and training.

Русский черный терьер

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Brief description of the Black Russian Terrier breed

The Black Russian Terrier was bred specifically for the Russian army, for use in the security system in the extremely cold climatic zones of Russia. The dog has a gigantic size and can weigh from 36 to 65 kilograms.

Today, the Black Russian Terrier continues to play the role of a guard, but more often in the family than on military installations. The animal has a number of positive qualities, but its maintenance is not as simple as some people think. If you want to have a reliable protector and guard, then be prepared to invest a lot of effort and time in the dog. The training of this breed takes place throughout the life of the dog.

The Black Russian Terrier is intelligent but, like most dogs, has a certain stubbornness and a certain independence. If you want your dog to become a reliable guard, then training should start at an early age. At the same time, we note that this breed is not suitable for those who have never been engaged in dog breeding!

Dogs of this breed are not very neat. Very often, water or food debris flows from the chin of the Black Russian Terrier, and therefore, after each meal, the pet must be washed, well, not everything, of course, but only the muzzle. In fairness, we also point out that after eating you will have to wash not only your face, but also the walls. The fact is that when eating, these dogs often turn their heads, trying to shake off food from their muzzles, as a result, splashes can scatter throughout the room.

At night, the Black Russian Terrier snores, which often annoys family members. Despite all of the above, the dog is distinguished by boundless love for family members and the desire to be always with them. Therefore, if you do not want to have an animal that will follow you around, then you should not opt for the Black Russian Terrier.

By nature, the Black Russian Terrier is a true guardian. In this regard, it cannot be put on a chain or in an aviary. Such actions on the part of the owner can lead to dog aggression. If you keep such a pet, then it is best to build fences around the perimeter of the yard, but when the family is at home, make sure that the dog is in the family circle too!

The coat of the Black Russian Terrier may be straight or slightly wavy. The hair on the head falls over the eyes and muzzle of the dog, forming a kind of mustache and beard. Hair should be trimmed as needed. The black thick hair of the animal can reach a length of four to sixteen centimeters. In this case, the coat can be completely black or with some grayish patches.

 

basic information

Breed name: Russian black terrier
Country of origin: USSR
The time of the birth of the breed: in the second half of the 20th century
Type of: pinscher and schnauzer
The weight: 36 - 65 kg
Height (height at the withers): 68 - 76 cm
Life Expectancy: 10 - 11 years old
ICF classification:
 Group 2, Section 1, Room 327
Puppies price: 150 – 450$
Most popular nicknames: list of nicknames for black russian terrier

 

Assessment of breed characteristics

Adaptability

(a definition meaning how easily a dog can adapt to changes in life)

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Shedding level

(Level and frequency of hair loss in the animal)

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Tenderness level

(The level and amount of tenderness and affection that the dog gives in return for attention to itself)

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Exercise needs

(Dog's daytime activity level)

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Social need

(The required number of contacts of the dog with other animals, as well as people)

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Apartment content

(A factor that determines the level of noise and other inconveniences that a dog can deliver to owners in relation to the size of the apartment to the size of the dog)

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Grooming

(The number of bathing, brushing, and the number of professional grooming sessions required for the dog)

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Friendliness in an unfamiliar environment

(Features of the behavior of a dog in a society with strangers or in an unfamiliar environment)

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Tendency to bark

(Tendency to bark and its frequency and volume)

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Health issues

(Potential health status of the dog)

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Territoriality

(The dog's tendency to protect his home, yard, or even his owner's car)

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Friendliness to cats

(The tendency towards tolerance for cats and decreased manifestation of hunting instincts)

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Intelligence

(The ability of the dog to think and solve emerging difficulties (not to be confused with learning!)

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Education and training

(The level of difficulty in training the dog to perform certain actions)

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Friendliness to children

(A factor that determines how friendly a dog is to children, whether he likes to play with them and tolerate some childish pranks)

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Game activity

(The concept is determined by its very name, and, as a rule, is found in almost all dogs)

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Observation

(The ability of a dog to detect the presence of a stranger on its territory)

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Friendliness to other dogs

(The tendency of the dog to find common language with his other relatives)

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Photo of the Russian black terrier:

русский черный терьер

Origin story

Dogs of this breed are the result of the Cold War. The breed was bred in Moscow after World War II specifically for the military and police. Breed selection was based on the Giant Schnauzer with crosses with other breeds, including the Airedale Terrier, Moscow Retriever and Rottweiler. The result is a huge black dog with a unique temperament and extreme suspicion of strangers.

Twenty years ago, the Black Russian Terrier could be seen quite rarely in European and Scandinavian spaces, including various exhibitions where this dog was not a frequent guest. In 2004, the American Kennel Club recognized the Black Russian Terrier as a separate breed, and today it is the 135th registered dog breed of the American Kennel Club.

 

The nature of the Russian black terrier

The Black Russian Terrier is truly a true friend of man. They develop excellently only in the environment of a person and in the case of manifestation of family love. The dog is full of desire to be near a person, so it often follows the owner from room to room. Such a feature of the character of the representatives of this breed suggests that the pet can feel homesick if left alone. Black Russian Terriers adore children, especially females. They are ready to frolic with children for hours. These dogs show a special desire to be near children, sometimes they even sleep in the children's room.

 

Maintenance and care

Although this breed is not prone to heavy shedding, if not weekly combed, the coat will spread throughout the house. Owners of this dog need to regularly clean their ears and trim their claws as they grow, and, of course, bathe, especially after walking in rainy weather.

 

Training and education

The Black Russian Terrier is one of the easiest dogs to train. Training should begin from an early age, while it is necessary to completely eliminate any aggression, but do not forget about the firmness of your requirements. The fact is that training requires leadership qualities and perseverance. In their absence, there is a high probability of learning failure. All tasks should be varied, rich and interesting for the pet. Socialization plays an important role. Black Russian Terriers have the instinct to protect the territory and loved ones, so socialization should help the puppy understand what is good and what is bad.

 

Health and disease

The average life expectancy of the Black Russian Terrier is 10-11 years. As a rule, these pets healthy and hardy, but still may be prone to health problems such as bloating, hip dysplasia. These problems are common among most large breed dogs.

 

Some interesting facts

  • Russian black terriers - active dogs. It is necessary to fully realize the full potential of the animal. Particular success can be achieved in obedience and agility.
  • The Black Russian Terrier will need at least 30 minutes per day of active exercise. This moment is especially important for those who keep a terrier in small apartments. Daily walks are a must for this breed of dog.
  • When keeping a Black Russian Terrier, it is desirable to enclose the yard with a reliable fence.
  • Dogs of this breed are not prone to barking and active molting.
  • Russian black terriers cannot imagine their life without a person, they love to be in the family circle. Try not to leave your pet alone for long periods of time.
  • Sometimes these dogs are stubborn. It is important for the Black Russian Terrier to have a persistent owner who must be persistent from the first day the puppy enters the house.
  • Russian black terriers have one feature: they are very strongly attached to the owner, if the process of socialization is not ensured, then the dog may not let anyone near the owner and show aggression towards strangers. It is important that with puppy dog age, the pet has contacted not only with you, but also with your friends and relatives.
  • If you want to have a healthy dog, avoid buying it from random breeders or pet stores.

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