The Central Asian Shepherd Dog is an ancient livestock guardian dog breed. Traditionally, the breed was used for guarding sheep and goat herds, as well as to protect and for guard duty. It is a large breed of dog recognized by FCI as a Molossoid type dog breed of Soviet-era origin under Russian patronage.
Lifespan: 12 – 15 years
Temperament: Imperturbable, Bold, Curious, Independent, Adaptable, Strong
Height: Female: 60–69 cm, Male: 65–78 cm
Weight: Female: 40–65 kg, Male: 50–79 kg
Origin: Central Asia, Russia, Soviet Union
Colors: Black, White, Piebald, Brindle, Rust, Deadgrass, Grey
Central Asian Shepherd Dogs are a natural protective breed that require a non-stop observance for the life of the dog. They are not for first-time dog owners. They were formed as a breed from natural selection during more than four thousand years in a vast territory, which spreads nowadays from the Caspian Sea to China and from Southern Ural to Afghanistan.
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