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South Russian Ovcharka
Rusia FCI 326 . Sheepdogs

South Russian Ovcharka

The South Russian Ovcharka it is a dog that reacts fast, is strong, balanced and lively, with a tendency to be dominant and very active in defense.

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History

The ancestry of the South Russian Ovcharka It comes from the thick-haired bearded dogs that were brought along with fine wool sheep to the steppe regions of the South from Spain. This fact is mentioned in volume XXVI (1830 and., St. Petersburg) from the complete collection of the laws of the Russian Empire. These agile medium-sized dogs, modern-like Catalan Atura dog, they were able to corner the flocks of sheep and protect them. These dogs brought from Spain spontaneously mated with local shepherds and hunting dogs, who had been bred there like sheep since ancient times. Later, these crossbreeds spread throughout the southern regions of Russia and they were even known abroad, In Western countries or in Europe as "the Russian shepherd". In 1867, a gold medal was awarded to Russian Shepherd Dog at the World Fair in Paris for its beauty. But, the real selection started in 1898, in Crimea, en Askania – Nova, the demesne of the Russian baron of German origin Mr. Friedrich von Falz-Fein. He was the person who gave the race typical modern features and called her «South Russian Ovcharka«.

Numerous breedings with local hounds had led to increased height and dominance of white color, they added some confirming lightness and a few chest flattens typical of fast running dogs, as well as a tucked-in belly and more pronounced angulations of the hindquarters. The latest typical characteristics of conformation and name «South Russian Ovcharka»They were finally assigned to the race in the period of the USSR, in the early decade of 1930, when the first official breed standard was approved. The dogs of South Russian Ovcharka they are easy to maintain and can easily adapt to various weather conditions due to their resistance, and they are always ready to protect their owners and their properties. These dogs are exceptionally loyal and dedicated to their owners., but at the same time it should not be expected that the South Russian Ovcharka be friendly to strangers.

Physical characteristics

The South Russian Ovcharka it is a medium to large size dog, medium-bodied, not robust, with strong bones and dry, powerful muscles. Sexual dimorphism is well defined, males are more bulky compared to females and have larger heads. The top line is a characteristic feature of the breed; forms a slight curve over the spine. The body, the head, the limbs and tail are covered in thick fur, long and disheveled that gives a deceptive impression of clumsiness and heaviness, but actually the South Russian Ovcharka he is a fast and agile dog. The eyes, slightly almond-shaped, must be dark and horizontally arranged. The ears are relatively small, triangular and hanging.

  • Fur: the cloak is made up of long hair (10-15 cm.), often dense and slightly wavy, hard with abundant undercoat.
  • Color: uniform white allowed, White grey (Ash), white with gray traces, stained gray; fawn white robes are rarer, straw and completely gray.
  • Size: males, minimal 65 cm.; females, minimal 62 cm.. Individuals of 75 cm or more.

Observations and tips

Puppies are sometimes born light gray in color and turn white with the first shedding.

Character and skills

It is a dog that reacts fast, is strong, balanced and lively, with a tendency to be dominant and very active in defense. Very smart and responsive, is very balanced but easily takes action if your family's safety is threatened. It is very good with the owners, children included.

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Type and recognitions:

  • FCI CLASSIFICATION: 326
  • Group 1: Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs (except Swiss Cattle Dogs)
  • Section 1: Sheepdogs. With proof of work..

Federations:

  • FCI – Group 1 Herding dogs, Section 1 Sheepdogs
  • UKC – Herding dogs

FCI breed standard South Russian Ovcharka

FCIFCI - South Russian Ovcharka
Pastor

Alternative names:

1. Yuzhnorússkaya Ovcharka, Ukrainian Ovcharka, Ukrainian Shepherd Dog, Yuzhak, South Ukrainian Ovcharka, South Russian Shepherd Dog, South Russian Sheepdog (English).
2. berger de l’Ukraine (French).
3. Juschnorusskaja Owtscharka, Südrussischer Schäferhund, Ioujnorousskaïa Ovtcharka (German).
4. pastor-da-ucrânia (Portuguese).
5. Pastor Ucraniano, Pastor del sur de Rusia (español).

Photos:

1 – South Russian Shepherd by https://www.pexels.com/es-es/foto/perro-2042862/
2 – South Russian Ovcharka during dog’s show in Racibórz, Poland by user:chained / CC BY-SA
3 – South Russian Ovcharka during dog’s show in Racibórz, Poland by user:chained / CC BY-SA
4 – South Russian Ovcharka during dog’s show in Racibórz, Poland by user:chained / CC BY-SA
5 – Wikimania Images by Sailesh by Sailesh Patnaik / CC BY-SA

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