Black Russian Terrier
Black Russian Terrier Facts
| Size : |
Large |
| Training Required : |
Medium |
| Grooming Required : |
Medium |
| Shedding : |
Low |
| Exercise Required : |
Daily walk |
| Energy Level : |
Medium |
| Protection Level : |
Medium, barks |
| Good with Children : |
Yes |
| Health Issues : |
OFA, CERF, also thyroid tests |
Weight :
80-143 pounds (36-65 kg.)
Height :
Male 25-29 inches (64-74 cm), Female 25-28 inches (64-72 cm)
Color :
black
Temperament :
BRTs are confident, calm, highly intelligent, brave and loyal. It should never be timid, and will not hesitate to defend the people that it loves if it thinks they are threatened. The BRT may seem aloof, but needs human companionship and bonds deeply to its family. They are wary of strangers and take a long time to warm up to unfamiliar people, thus they make excellent guard dogs. BRTs are dominant by nature and need confident owners who have experience handling similar dogs.
Grooming :
The Black Russian Terrier has a close-lying, weatherproof coat that is hard, wiry and tight. This breed sheds very little if it is regularly groomed, and should be brushed at least once a week. Black Russian should be professionally groomed and trimmed several times throughout the year.
Exercise :
The BRT needs lots of exercise, and may become hyperactive and destructive if it doen't have a chance to burn off its energy.
Life Expectancy :
Around 10-11 years
Litter Size :
between 6-12 puppies
Origin :
Russian Federation