South Russian Shepherd Dog
Yuzhnorousskaya Ovcharka, South Russian Ovcharka, Berger de Russie Méridionale, Perro de pastor de Rusia Meridional, Südrussischer Ovtcharka, Etelävenäjänkoira
The South Russian Shepherd Dog is a large, powerful livestock guardian breed with a dense, weather-resistant coat and a strong, athletic build, developed to protect flocks across the expansive steppes of southern Russia. Calm, devoted, and vigilant, it combines reliable guardianship with family loyalty, thriving with regular exercise, mental stimulation, and consistent socialization.
FCI Group
Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs)
AKC Group
Not Recognized
TKC Group
Not Recognized
Country of Origin
RU
Health Testing Requirements by Country
Skeletal and Muscular
Test Relevances
Coat Colour Dilution, dilution, MLPH-related
No Evidence
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