Other names: Ovtcharka d’Asie Centrale, Central Asian Shepherd, Sredneasiatskaïa Ovtcharka
The Central Asian Shepherd is a large dog with a massive appearance, harmoniously built and well-developed musculature, although not protruding. Males are larger than females. They also have a larger head and a more pronounced withers.
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 Hair type |
Half-long |
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 Origin |
Russia |
 Template |
Giant |
 Head shape |
Square |
 Weight and size |
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| Sex | Weight | Cut |
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| Female | From 40 kg to 65 kg | From 65 cm to 70 cm |
| Male | From 50 kg to 79 kg | From 70 cm to 75 cm |
History of the breed
The Central Asian Shepherd breed is very old, being the result of more than 4 millennia of natural selections . The harsh climatic conditions of his original habitat and the nature of the predators he had to contend with shaped his build and personality, making him resilient and determined. Qualities that have earned him to be raised by many nomadic tribes of Central Asia over a very large territory, stretching from the Caspian Sea to China and from the southern Urals to Afghanistan.
It has always been used for the protection of the cattle, the caravan and the house of its master . In the former Soviet Union, we began to work seriously on the breed only from the interwar period. The latter was definitively recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) on January 25, 1989.
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Physical features
His coat: very thick, straight, coarse, associated with a well-stocked undercoat. Short and dense on the head and anterior aspect of the limbs. The length of the top coat can be from 3 to 10 cm, forming a mane on the neck and fringes behind the ears, as well as on the tail.
Its color: all shades except blue and brown.
His head: massive, well proportioned to the body, almost rectangular in shape seen from above and in profile. The skull is high and the forehead flat. The nose is broad and well developed, the muzzle truncated and moderately long, the jaws powerful and the cheeks well developed.
His ears: triangular, medium in size, thick, set low, hanging down.
His eyes: oval, medium in size, wide apart, slightly sunken and dark in color. Display an expression of confidence and dignity.
His body: strong, voluminous, a little longer than high. The topline is well supported, the withers well defined and muscular, the back straight and broad, the loins short and slightly arched, the croup moderately long and slightly inclined towards the attachment of the tail, the chest high and broad.
Its tail: well furnished with hair, carried happily. Traditionally shortened in its country of origin, kept natural in countries where tail docking is prohibited.
Behavior and character
| Affectionate | |
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| Calm | |
| Protective | |
| Independent | |
| Hunter | |
| Barks / howls |
Behavior with others
| Cohabitation with children | |
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| Sociable with other animals | |
| Love strangers |
The Central Asian Shepherd is a dog full of confidence, pride and courage . While he is calm and balanced most of the time, he does not lack tenacity when called upon to protect. Traditionally bred to watch over herds , he is determined to face the predators who covet them. His innate sense of territory and his natural distrust of strangers also make him an excellent watchdog .
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Education
| Clever | |
|---|---|
| Obedient |
The Central Asian Shepherd being known for his biting , his natural aggressiveness should not be exacerbated by a violent upbringing . Rather, it should be both soft and firm. The dog should be socialized as early as possible in order to get it used to being around a variety of species (humans, other dogs, cats, etc.).
Living conditions
| Suitable for apartment living | |
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| Good for new masters | |
| Love it hot | |
| Love the cold |
The Central Asian Shepherd is not a house dog , due to its size and characteristics. He needs space to be happy . It can adapt to city life if it is walked for a long time and frequently. It is addressed to a teacher who knows how to be firm, while being fair and available.
Health
| Solid | |
|---|---|
| Ease of gaining weight |
The Central Asian Shepherd is a rustic, robust and resistant dog. Thanks to its naturally strong construction and double pile, it is not afraid of extreme cold or bad weather.
Hypoallergenic breed
No
Litter size
NC
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Life expectancy
The life expectancy of a Central Asian Shepherd is, on average, less than 0 years.
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Maintenance and hygiene
| Ease of maintenance | |
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| Cost of maintenance | |
| Hair loss |
| Drool level | |
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| Ease of grooming |
The Central Asian Shepherd does not require extensive maintenance . He only asks for basic care, which must however be provided on a regular basis.
It is recommended to brush the dog once or twice a week for the maintenance of his coat. During the moult, it is to be brushed every day .
Price and budget
Purchase price
The purchase price of a Central Asian Shepherd is between 900 € and 1300 €.
Annual maintenance cost
The annual maintenance cost of a Central Asian Shepherd is between NC and NC.
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Physical activity
| Athletic | |
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| Energy level | |
| Potential to play |
The Central Asian Shepherd needs a lot of exercise to get energized. He also and above all needs to evolve in large spaces on as many occasions as possible.
Competitions
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Calm |
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