Caucasian Shepherd Dog

Although very independent, the Caucasian is very attached to its social group (to the point of defending them without hesitation). They need, despite their appearance, the presence of their master, even if they’re measured with their demonstrations of affection.

If invited, this giant will come and play. But beware of their large size, which can sometimes cause unwanted injury, especially to children.

Under the appearance of a very calm dog hides in reality a great reactivity. The Caucasian Shepherd is a balanced dog, but you must not threaten them.

The intelligence of this Sheepdog is revealed on the one hand through their great capacity for adaptation and on the other hand by their observational and analytical qualities. Indeed, they can integrate into any type of home (single, couple with or without children) and judge the dangerousness of a situation before you can say a word.

Initially the guardian of flocks, this dog does not make the best hunter. The only prey they hunt (outside the home) are the thoughtless intruders who try to enter their familiar territory.

Highly protective, the Caucasian is naturally suspicious of people they don’t know. If they do not feel provoked, they will simply ignore the stranger. On the other hand, if they feel a threat, they can be very virulent, dissuasive and even bite if necessary.

Although they are devoted to their masters and committed to protecting them at all costs, the Caucasian Shepherd Dog is still considered an independent dog. However, this must be taken with a pinch of salt because, behind their occasionally casual attitude, is a sensitive dog who appreciates the members of their social group.

Loneliness does not scare this big buddy. They’re very calm dogs who could easily spend their days lying outside their house while pretending to sleep. In reality, they keep a watchful eye on any sort of abnormality.

The Caucasian Shepherd can be dangerous if they are not well educated and socialised. In fact, they must be accompanied by experienced owners who are sure of them and aware of any particularities of the breed.

Training should start as soon as the puppy arrives home and should be consistent, firm, coherent and most of all, caring. No power struggle will be tolerated by this giant dog.

Walking on a lead without pulling or call-back are the crucial educational bases that make walks enjoyable, both for the owner and the dog.

Attention to socialisation must be given in the early stages of training the Caucasian Shepherd in order to prevent them from becoming too aggressive. They must understand that strangers (human, canine or any others) are not all threats.

It is recommended to hire a professional in order to choose the right direction, adopt the correct attitude and prevent any serious mistakes from being made.

The Caucasian Shepherd can be a barker, but this great mountain dog has, in light of their physique, no need for their barking to be more of a deterrent than their appearance already is.

If they live in the countryside, it’s necessary to close off the outside space; this is not to keep them from escaping, but rather to prevent them from extending their guard zone to outside of their owner’s property.

A very calm-natured dog, this dog does not behave badly, strictly speaking. However, if you give them a toy, it can quickly be destroyed due to the strength of their jaw, but this is very rarely voluntary.

A very good eater, this dog never shies away from their bowl. Treats are also welcomed to use for educational purposes.

Brave, vigilant and very responsive, the Caucasian Shepherd was born to guard; it’s in their blood and they would risk their lives for their loved ones.
Beware, this dog is not just a form of “deterrent”; they will actually attack if they feel it’s necessary in order to protect their social group. Their aggressiveness must in no way be reinforced or maintained by unsuitable training.

Life in an apartment or in a town is strongly discouraged for a dog of this great size.

Rustic, they need the space and freedom to flourish. A house with a big garden is perfect for them.
In order to feel good and to fulfil their purpose of being guardian, this dog must live outside.

The daily walks that are essential to maintain the Caucasian’s physical, social and psychological stability must not be neglected.
Despite their large size, they’re tough dogs, if not energetic, who can safely accompany their master during walks.

The giant size of the Caucasian Shepherd is not really compatible with seamless transportation. However, if the car allows for it, this dog will be happy to climb in and follow their master anywhere.

However, on public transport, their presence can take up too much space, annoy or even scare the most avid neophytes.

If the Caucasian puppy is accustomed to interacting with cats from a very young age, then they will be able to live calmly with them, otherwise the harmony could be difficult.

Only with socialisation at an early age can the Caucasian encounter other dogs calmly. Watch out for their teeth, which can do a lot of damage.

Children are welcome around Caucasians, but make sure the dog doesn’t mistake them for stuffed toys! Parents should always be vigilant; do not leave children alone with the dog, do not allow them to aggravate the dog, teach them to leave the dog be when sleeping, etc.

Quiet-natured, this dog can indeed integrate into a home of elderly people, but in no way should they succumb to a sedentary lifestyle. This would only reinforce their guardian instinct and they can become rather dangerous and difficult to control.

A dog of this size is generally not recommended for novices because training failures could have very serious consequences and could unfortunately lead to abandonment.
However, if the owners are aware of this breed’s characteristics and call upon professionals to help with their training, the Caucasian can be quite the choice for a first adoption.