Russian Black Terrier
Tchiorny Terrier, Black Pearl of Russia, Stalin's Dog, Russkiy Tchiorny Terrier, Rysk Svart Terrier, Terrier Noir Russe, Russischer Schwarzer Terrier, Terrier Ruso Negro, Venäjänmustaterrieri
The Russian Black Terrier is a large, robust working breed developed in Russia for guarding, police, and military roles, combining strength, endurance, and a protective instinct. Intelligent, confident, and loyal, it requires consistent training, socialization, and regular physical and mental exercise to maintain musculoskeletal health and balanced, reliable behavior.
FCI Group
Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs
AKC Group
Working
TKC Group
Working
Country of Origin
RU
Russian Black Terrier
Health Testing Requirements by Country
Skeletal and Muscular
Temperament
Other Genetic Testing
Other Breed-Specific Considerations
Reproductive
Test Relevances
Hyperuricosuria and Hyperuricemia (HUU)
Strong Relevance
Juvenile Laryngeal Paralysis and Polyneuropathy (JLPP)
Some Relevance
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA-prcd)
Some Relevance
Coat Colour Dilution, dilution, MLPH-related
No Evidence
Primary Lens Luxation (PLL)
No Evidence
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