The Caucasian Shepherd Dog is a formidable family protector who is loyal, strong, and fearless. In the harsh Caucasus Mountain region, they were bred to look after flocks and defend the home against wild predators. There are various varieties and kinds of Caucasian Mountain Dogs, Russian Bear Dogs, Baskhan (Karachay) Pariy, Caucasian Ovcharka Dogs, and simply CO.

Even against bears or wolves, this large breed is fiercely territorial and will not back down from a confrontation. Although Caucasian Shepherd Dogs are bright, they can be tough to teach due to their obstinate, independent personality. If an expert trainer does not keep them in control, their innate suspicion of strangers and other animals might develop to violent behaviours.

This breed is not suitable for inexperienced owners, and while being relatively low-energy dogs, Caucasian Shepherd Dogs are too large for apartment life and houses with little children. Despite this, Caucasian Shepherd Dogs may make excellent watchdogs, family pets, and even therapy dogs with proper training and socialisation.

While they may not appeal to first-time dog owners, Caucasian Shepherd Dogs will lavish gentle love and devotion on experienced, patient, and persistent trainers, making them wonderful lifetime family members.

Caucasian Shepherd Dog Highlights
Breed Size	Extra large
Nature	Gentle, Willful, Aloof, Friendly
Energy Level	Cool
Intelligence	High
Barking Level	When Necessary
Coat Length	Short, Medium, carly
Breed Group	Working
Droll Amount	Low
Good with	Familes, Children, Dog
Feed Level	Medium, High
Colour Type	Red, cream, fawn, white, gray, brown, Chocolate, liver
Other Facts	Requires lots of grooming, loves water, cold weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion.

Dog History

The Caucasian Shepherd Dog is one of the oldest and most ancient Molasser breeds, with the origins of these massive, protecting canines unknown. They are indigenous to the Caucasus Mountains and have been present for about 2,000 years. Some say they are descended from domesticated wolves, while others claim they are related to Mastiffs and other breeds. Many experts believe the Caucasian Shepherd Dog is derived from Tibetan sheepdogs, however recent archaeological evidence shows the breed originated in Mesopotamia. Caucasian Shepherd Dogs have been a vital companion to the shepherds of the Caucasus area for ages, regardless of where they originated. They aggressively protected sheep herds and their owners from predators like as wolves, jackles and bears.They had to be brave, powerful, and menacing, as well as able to withstand the cold and hard surroundings.

Because the Caucasus Mountain region is so large, several distinct breed variations occurred, yet the Caucasian Shepherd Dogs that originated in Georgia became the breed standard that is recognised by most kennel associations today. The communist USSR began employing Caucasian Shepherds as prisoner guard dogs in the early 1900s, and utilised them to produce other breeds in army kennels. East Germany used the breed as border police dogs along the Berlin Wall in the 1960s. When the Berlin Wall came down in 1989, 7,000 patrol dogs were distributed, with many being donated to German families to live out their days.

Although shepherds still employ Caucasian Shepherd Dogs to care to flocks, they are largely utilised as household companions, watchdogs, and property protectors nowadays. They've kept a lot of their cautious, standoffish, and even aggressive characteristics, so they'll require early socialisation and strong training to avoid mishaps. As the breed gets more popular, breeders are likely to strive to eliminate some of the less attractive traits.

Health and Care

Although the Caucasian Shepherd Dog is generally regarded as a healthy breed, it is susceptible to hip dysplasia, as are many big breeds. Cataracts are also a possibility. Obesity is one of the most prevalent issues they confront. Caucasian Shepherd Dogs should be fed a giant-breed diet, although they do not have excessively high energy levels, which should be taken into account. They'll need to be exercised, and vets should keep an eye on their weight. Consult your veterinarian or a nutritionist about developing a suitable diet and exercise routine for your Caucasian Shepherd Dog to avoid obesity. To avoid this, your veterinarian may advise you to feed them smaller, more often meals throughout the day rather than larger ones.

Care

Weight management with proper nutrition and exercise is the most important aspect of treatment for Caucasian Shepherd Dogs. You should talk to your veterinarian or a nutritionist about them. Beyond that, your Caucasian Shepherd Dog's teeth should be brushed twice a week and thoroughly cleaned as prescribed by your veterinarian. Ears should be examined at least once a week for signs of dirt or wax buildup and cleaned as needed. Ear infections may occur if this is not done. To avoid breakage and harm, nails should be cut as needed. You may also need to keep an eye out for drool and wipe it away as needed to avoid slobber all over your house.

Dog Breed Care Tips and Important Instructions

Depending on whether you choose a short-haired, medium-haired, or long-haired Caucasian shepherd, the grooming process will be more or less intensive. Daily brushing is required for the long-coated Caucasian shepherd, and Albrecht warns that matts can form behind their ears and around their rears, which must be avoided.

"The wonderful thing about Caucasians is that they don't shed all the time," he remarks. "They shed their coats once a year for me, however they might shed more frequently in various settings. So you don't have to deal with dog fur all the time."

Caucasian shepherds' nails must be kept trimmed, and their ears must be examined and cleaned on a regular basis.

Start training early and consistently with any dog, especially a huge breed. The Caucasian shepherd, known for their intelligence and independence, may be difficult to teach, while Albrecht claims they are simpler to train than other big breeds. "They're quick learners," Albrecht adds, adding that two of his mixed-breed Caucasians are presently undergoing service dog training.

For the greatest training outcomes, treat a Caucasian shepherd like a part of your family and utilise positive reinforcement.

Feeding

Shepherd, Caucasian Dogs should be fed a diet designed for a large breed with a low amount of energy. You should consult your veterinarian or a professional nutritionist to determine the type of food and quantity amount that is best for your dog. From puppyhood through adulthood, the ideal diet will fluctuate and may be modified according on medical needs. There's a chance that your Caucasian Shepherd Dog will overeat and gain weight, so make sure you're following the prescribed diet plan. To prevent dogs from acquiring bloat, a life-threatening disease, smaller, more frequent meals may be advised.

Fun Facts

• Because they were once employed to assist hunt bears, Caucasian shepherds are frequently referred to as "Russian bear dogs" or "huge bear dogs" (and other large animals).
• Isko Moreno, the mayor of Manilla, has a Caucasian shepherd named Yorme who goes to work with him (and is well-liked on the mayor's social media channels).

Home Training Tips and General Information

You must keep a watch on your puppy at all times until she learns. You should cage her once you can't. Create a schedule for the puppy to help him settle in fast. Regular restroom breaks, meal times, leisure periods, walks, play time, exercise, and so on should all be included in the routine. A busy day means there's little time for a pup to grow bored or get into mischief.

Teach the puppy to pay attention to you. Caucasian Shepherd Dogs are naturally group animals who follow a leader. When you establish your dominance in no clear terms, training will become easier since the puppy will always obey your commands and will not oppose your authority.

Only use positive training methods. Never hit, scream at, or punish your Caucasian Shepherd Dog. It is not only harsh, but it can also lead to behavioural problems. Electric shocks, prong collars, sprays, and other methods may cause injury to the animal.

Demonstrate to the puppy that "nothing in life is free." This theory is widely recognised as an effective teaching strategy. As you repeat this, the puppy will learn that in order to receive everything he needs, such as affection, a stroll, or a snack, he must behave appropriately.

Demonstrate the importance of "No" from the start. Jumping, yelping, tug-of-war, barking, or running out of open gates and entrances should not be encouraged. When there is poor behaviour, commend civility and ignore or leave.The puppy will quickly discover that if he misbehaves, he will be separated from his playmate.

To correct a behaviour, you must observe the Caucasian Shepherd Dog in action and startle him by rattling a stone container. As soon as you've done that, assist him in adjusting his behaviour and reward him with a snack and praise. Reprimanding a Caucasian Shepherd Dog after an occurrence is pointless since they do not remember what happened earlier.

Make a point of addressing him by his first name. Never say "Bad TOM" or "No Tom," since this may cause confusion, and the Caucasian Shepherd Dog will assume you are calling his name for a bad reason. Hugs, stroking, walks, food, and other pleasurable experiences should be associated with the pup's name. If this occurs, he will return joyfully.

Create a short and sweet coaching routine, such as ten minutes three times a day. Long, repetitive training might be tedious, and the Caucasian Shepherd Dog will lose interest. Make learning fun by using trick training sessions to demonstrate commands like sit, down, and come.

Learn everything there is to know about cage training, leash walking, housebreaking, and food training. These are the fundamentals that every Caucasian Shepherd Dog puppy must learn. Learn about the breed's unique characteristics and quirks. This will provide you with helpful advice on how to properly train the puppy.

FAQS

Caucasian Shepherd Dog Unique Name

Male Name	Female Name
Bandit	Bella
Billy	Bianca
Chance	Birdie
Denver	Baxter
Fritz	Carla
Gordie	Delia
Henry	Diamond
Jesse	Jill
Joey	Juliet
Logan	Layla
Lucky	MoxieMoxie
Maximus	Pearl
Morrisc	Sassy
Odie	Shadow
Quincy	Shiloh
Ranger	Tilly
Stewie	Xena
Walter	Abbie
Thunder	Tequila
Xena	Scout