Russian breeds of dogs: a brief description

Russia is a rich and unique country. For many centuries, its culture, traditions and customs developed. And all this has a lot of fans. For a long time dogs have been bred on the territory of our state. At the moment, there are more than 10 unique breeds that were "created" here in Russia. And many of them are recognized internationally. Russian breeds of dogs have spread all over the world.

Russian dogs

All the rocks that were bred in the territory of the Soviet Union, automatically after its collapse, belong to Russia. For example, the South Russian Shepherd received in the territory of the former Tavria, the current Kherson region, and the Georgian Caucasian shepherd - are assigned to the Federation and refer to domestic breeds. At this stage of development of cynology, you can say for sure: any person on the planet will like a representative of a particular breed. You can choose for your taste - there are hunting, decorative, service dogs.

Each of them has its own individual character, like a person. They differ among themselves not only in their purpose, but also in size, hair, and temper. Some Russian hunting breeds of dogs have a long history, which goes back to ancient times. For example, hounds dogs are known since the XI century. They were bred for the tsar's hunting. Also there are relatively young dogs - the so-called chestnut and mermaid.

East European Shepherd

The period of withdrawal of the dog: 1930-1960. Externally, the dog looks like a German. And this is not surprising, because he is the basic species of the breed. However, there are significant, albeit unobtrusive, differences. Most of them concern the shape of the body: the croup of the Russian specimen is not oblique, the dimensions are larger. The characteristic color will be black, dark with opalescent and capricious. Eastern European Shepherd is smart enough, hardy and well trained. Due to this, it can be used in the police, customs, guard. A dog is suitable even for a beginner dog.

Black Terrier

The species appeared in the second half of the 20th century. Not all Russian breeds of dogs can boast of such a legendary name as "the dog of Stalin". In addition to the black terrier. It was on the orders of Joseph Vissarionovich that this breed was bred. The basic dog was the risen schnauzer. It is with him that you can confuse the terrier puppies. The external data of the adult are unique. The height of the dog reaches 70 cm. The coat is thick enough, a small mustache and beard can be seen on the muzzle. By nature these dogs are brave, bold, smart and strong.

The Hounded Greyhound

The dog appeared in Russia a very long time ago. The breed was bred in the XVII century. The color of the dog varies, which adds to it mystery. The coat is thick. Aristocratism and elegance - this can be felt not only with an external examination of the dog, but also after communicating with it. With the greyhound they hunt different animals: from the hare to the wolves, although recently it has been increasingly used as a simple ornamental dog. At exhibitions this breed always takes first place.

Laiki

The period of withdrawal of the dog: XIX century. Laikas, as a rule, are used to hunt for many small and large animals. They perfectly cope with game, fur-bearing fauna, large and ungulate animals. The most powerful of this family will be the East Siberian Laika. The height of the dog reaches 73 cm. Russian breeds of dogs though sometimes surprise with their colors, but the husky surpassed all expectations. The dog can be born black, brown, red, white, gray, black-pie. The breed is represented by a whole palette of different colors. In the twentieth century there appeared a petty husky of all possible - West Siberian. Her height does not exceed 60 cm. The color of this species is black and white.

Mermaid

The dog appeared at the very beginning of the XXI century. The prototype for this breed was small animals, which were in the favorites of the women of tsarist Russia. In other words, the basic view is york. The growth of a mermaid does not exceed 30 cm. The muzzle of this doggie is intelligent and intelligent. Six is quite thick. Variants of color are pleasing with abundance: piebald, red, symbiosis of the listed colors, white and marble. A dog by nature likes to accompany always and everywhere its master. She loves to sit in his arms.

Russian Spaniel

Dog withdrawal period: XX century. The Russian spaniel is the result of the union of the American and Springer. The dog will be indispensable on the hunt. It is easy for her to catch a bird or some small animal like a hare. A lot of dogs are capable of this. Russian spaniel will become the best friend. He gets on well with the children. With pleasure you will find on an ordinary walk in the forest a hedgehog, a grief, a turtle or a lizard. Spaniel is hardy and loves physical exercises.

Toy Terrier

The dog was bred in the XX century. In those days, as a result of the crisis and a certain situation in the USSR, the importation of decorative dogs into the territory from the West abruptly ceased. This is what influenced the work of the cynological societies. As a result, a new breed of dog was born - the Russian toy terrier. The nature of the animal is such that it does not require careful care. They perfectly play the role of the usual urban doggie. However, the nature of the dog, despite its appearance, is quite strong. Some representatives should be carefully trained, so that they do not grow up an evil and aggressive animal.

Beagle

The withdrawal period: XX century. Such a breed of dogs - the Russian hound - is characterized by special qualities when hunting. The nature of the dog is arranged so that it is able to follow the smell of the game and pursue it until the victim is completely exhausted. The dog is kind, sympathetic, loving, hardy, assertive and stubborn if it concerns hunting.

Wolfhound

The breed was bred in the XX century. Buryat-Mongolian wolfhound bypasses all Russian breeds of dogs. Well suited even for nomadic tribes, who need constant protection. This watchdog and hunting dog will amaze any owner with his abilities. She has a steady psyche, good intuition, and she is also a caring and faithful friend.