South Russian Shepherd Dog

Other names : South Russian Sheepdog, Yuzhak, Ukrainian Shepherd Dog, South Russian Shepherd Dog

Photo: adult dog of South Russian Shepherd Dog breed
Photo: puppy of South Russian Shepherd Dog breed
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Life expectancy

The South Russian Shepherd Dog has a life expectancy of between 10 and 14 years

Temperament

Size

Large

Adult size

Female Between 24 and 30 in
Male Between 26 and 30 in

Adult weight

Female Between 95 and 104 lb
Male Between 110 and 132 lb
Coat colour
White
Type of coat
Long
Eye colour
Brown

Purchase price

The South Russian Shepherd Dog costs between £600 and £730

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More details about the South Russian Shepherd Dog

South Russian Shepherd Dog: Origins and history

There is little evidence of the exact origin of the Ovcharka. However, some evidence shows a development of the breed in 1790. The Russian Ovcharka is thought to have been born of various mixes of Austrian shepherding dogs and Russian sighthounds. This dog is rarely seen in the United Kingdom. 

FCI classification of the South Russian Shepherd Dog

  • Group 1 - Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs)

  • Section 1 : Sheepdogs

Training a South Russian Shepherd Dog

The Ovcharka is a challenge to train. A confident and dominant master who consistently varies the dog’s training is needed. Ovcharkas have a tendency to test the pecking order of the pack. 

South Russian Shepherd Dog: Purchase price

The average price of a South Russian Shepherd dog puppy is between £600 and £730. It will cost £50 to £80 per month to keep this dog.

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