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Date of origin: Middle Ages, probably much earlier
Other names: Caucasian Ovcharka, Shepherd or Sheepdog; Nagazi (Georgian Republic), Gampr (Armenia);Kawkasky Owtscharka; Kaukasische Schaferhund
Weight Range: 70-160lbs
Height Range: 26-32inches
Longevity: 10+ years
Color: Shades of agouti gray to fawn, patched, brindle, occasionally all white.
Description: Bear-like head, bluntly cropped ears, stocky, thick coat may be short, medium or long, regional variation, steppe and mountain types
Use: Livestock guardian, area/estate protection, companion, show.
Character: Protective, territorial, suspicious, alert, trainable and willing workers. Requires above average socialization and firm, inducive training. Family oriented, demonstrative, and gentle to well-mannered children with proper raising. Must be under control at all times - fence, leash and voice control. Can be noisy, unmanageable, owner dominant. A wonderful breed but not for everyone.
Registries: COCA, UKC, FCI
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Please visit these other interesting breed related links:
Kavkazskaya Ovcharka Caucasian Dogs Web Portal
http://www.caucasiandogs.com
Kavkazskaya Ovcharka Worldwide Photo Project
http://www.kofoto.org
Esquire Caucasians
http://www.esquirecaucasians.com
Caucasian Mountain Dog Slideshow
http://www.caucasianmountaindog.com
Ovcharka Dog Breeds Discussion
http://www.ovcharkatalk.com
