Black Russian Terrier

Developed in the late 1940s as a versatile military dog for the Soviet Union, the Black Russian Terrier is a powerful and intelligent giant. They are deeply devoted to their families and possess a natural protective instinct, making them excellent guardians who are surprisingly calm indoors.

Size
Giant
Weight
36–68 kg
Height
66–76 cm
Lifespan
10–12 years

Characteristics

Energy Level
Grooming
Shedding
Trainability
Barking

Compatibility

✓
Kids
✓
Other Dogs
✗
Strangers
✓
Apartments
✗
First-time Owners

Common Health Issues

  • • Hip Dysplasia
  • • Elbow Dysplasia
  • • Hyperuricosuria (HUU)
  • • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
  • • Bloat (GDV)
  • • Juvenile Laryngeal Paralysis and Polyneuropathy (JLPP)