Russian black terrier | Facts & Information

Care: requires regular brushing (and possibly trimming)

Other names: Russian Black Terrier dog, Russian Tchiorny Terrier, Chornyi, Terrier Noir Russe, Russian Bear Schnauzer, Black Terrier, Tchiorny Terrie

Origin

In 1956 the Russian Black terrier became a real breed but only in 1981 the Russian Ministry of Agriculture recognized the breed, in 1984 it was accepted internationally by the FCI (International Kennel Federation) and in 2004 it was also accepted by the American Kennel Club (AKC) and introduced into the Working Group (utility dogs).

In the 40s, the army-controlled kennel called Red Star begins creating a dog for its own needs. They used a crossbreeding program created by Soviet specialists, giving birth to a new breed of dogs, suitable for specific duties. The result was a massive, robust, attentive dog, always willing to work and able to withstand large temperature differences.

The breeds used for crossbreeding were: giant Schnautzer, Rottweiler, Airedale breeds and Russian Water Dog. Other breeds of dogs were also included in the process, reaching a number of about 20 breeds. Only the best dogs of each breed were used for crossbreeding. Soon, a stable dog was obtained in character and temperament, but not in appearance.

At the time, only character and temperament mattered. A few years later, Russian specialists from the paramilitary organization DOSAAF brought dogs from the Red Star kennel to Russia. They began a process of standardizing the appearance of this breed, without neglecting the other qualities. Thus, the Russian Black Terrier has all the characteristicsof the German herd dog, without the aggressiveness peculiar to them.

A total of 17 breeds were used to create the Russian Black Terrier.

Dogs were initially used by the Military Border Police, Prisons and in the military.

Russian black terrier is also known under one of the names: Chornyi, Terrier Noir Russe, Russian Bear Schnauzer, Black Terrier, Tchiorny Terrier.

Feeding Russian Black Terrier

The breeder from whom you took the puppy should recommend the diet that is most suitable for your dog.the Russian Black Terrier is suitable for both dry food based on Lamb and rice and diets that are based on fresh, raw food.

A raw diet can contain lamb, beef, fish, eggs, yogurt, cheese, fruits and vegetables. Owners may add oils (olive, flaxseed) to food occasionally to keep the fur healthy.

After reaching the age of 9-12 months is recommended to eat 2 times a day to avoid the risk of developing a torsion in the stomach. It is also recommended to eat after exercise to stay quiet after eating.

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Appearance Russian Black Terrier

This rare breed is medium to large, robust and strong, with a very stable nervous system. Big, strong, stable and alert... These are the words that best characterize this dog. The well-shaped head should be strong and long. The mustache and beard are located around the muzzle. The forehead should be well defined, but not pronounced.

The nose is large and heavily pigmented in black. The lips are plump, rounded and black on the edges, and the paws are large and strong. The mouth should be very fleshy; if it is not, this can be a major disadvantage in competitions. The black eyes are medium in size and far apart. The ears are triangular in shape with a pointed tip and are located quite high on the skull.

Short ears are not accepted. The neck is thick, muscular and strong. The length of the body should be directly proportional to the height, giving it a square appearance. The legs, very large, like a bear, have rough, black and thick paws, the nails being dark and large. The hind legs should be straight and bony.

Shoulders should be large, muscular and well developed. The legs should be covered with coarse, medium-length hair. The paws are very large, completely covered with black hair. The Russian black terrier has a strong, well-coordinated gait, giving the impression of stability and ease, despite the large waist. The tail is short and raised.

Fur, waterproof, must be black in color. In some cases, gray hairs may appear. Like the texture, the fur should be rough. The undercoat is thick and soft.The color is always black or black with a gray hair.

Behavior Russian Black Terrier

Russian black Terrier is not afraid of strangers and does not hesitate to bark when necessary. They were bred for temperament rather than appearance. They like to follow their owners wherever they go. BRTS can sneak into their owner's bed at night to give their owners a wet kiss.

Inexperienced owners may find them difficult to control because they are large and powerful. If left alone for too long they can become destructive. Some dogs may have the habit of patrolling the house at night. With children: they love children and have a high level of tolerance.

However, owners should not leave children unattended with these dogs. With other dogs and animals: they usually have no problems with other dogs. BRTs are territorial and may resent a new dog in their perimeter. They are good with pets and other animals they grew up with. Russian Black Terriers are brave and good observers.

Suspicious of strangers, they possess a strong protective instinct that appears at the age of 1.5-2 years. Dogs should be treated with affection, but at the same time firmly, in order to guide them in the right direction. They are very incisive and nosy, but also sensitive, playful and easy to train.

Due to their strong and balanced temperament, they avoid fights with other dogs, although males cannot live in the company of a dominant dog. They can live without any problems with other dogs of small stature, cats, horses, rabbits, etc.they love training sessions and love to please their coach.

Dogs of this breed bark only if they feel it is necessary. Very quick, they are always ready to defend their master or home. Unfortunately, they need a little more time to reach full maturity. If he is properly trained at a young age, there will be no problems in dominating him in adulthood.

No matter how sweet and funny a puppy is, do not forget that in a year he will be a big and strong dog, difficult to dominate if he will not be accustomed from childhood to obey orders. With a little care, the Russian Terrier is easy to keep in the House.

He should not sit in a cage outside, because he would be deprived of the company of people. Constant contact with the family highlights the best qualities of this breed. In addition, kept in the kennel for too long, Dogs of this breed will not be able to learn what and how to defend and, at some point, may end up protecting their kennel against their own owner.

Training Russian Black Terrier

Early socialization and training are necessary to bring out the best in this breed.

Obedience training is extremely important because this large dog can later become stubborn, difficult to control.

He learns easily but does not respond to hard training methods.

Trainers should use their great intelligence and willingness to learn.

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Features Russian Black Terrier

The raincoat is made up of thick, heavy, dense hairs, about 4-10 cm long. The undercoat is thick and well developed. Regular haircut, at 2 months, as well as professional care are absolutely necessary. Complete hair removal is necessary only if the fur is soft.

Russian black terrier should be brushed at least once a week. It is important to remove the hair on the inside of the ears and on the underside of the paws. If brushed regularly, it will shed very little.

The Russian black terrier lives well in cold climates but adapts very quickly to any climate if it has shade and water at its discretion. They cannot live without human contact. It would be cruel to keep a Russian Black Terrier alone in a cage or in an apartment, they need the presence of their owner.

The Russian black terrier can live very well in an apartment, if it is sufficiently trained. Inside, they're relatively inactive, and no matter how big your yard is, you'll be sitting in front of the door, waiting to let it in.

They like to live very close to their master and therefore will constantly follow in his footsteps, following him from room to room. Kept in the yard, he follows his master from window to window and waits for him at the door to come out. They need to be in constant contact with people.

Diseases Russian Black Terrier

The Russian black Terrier is a robust and hardy breed with few medical sensitivities. The most commonly reported are:

hip dysplasia is a malformation of the coxofemoral joint that results in consecutive pain, lameness and arthritis.

elbow dysplasia, an anomaly of development of certain parts of the elbow joint during the growth phase of the dog, results in the formation of an irregular joint surface, the appearance of inflammation, swelling and deformity of the joint, lameness and arthritis.

progressive retinal atrophy is a disease that causes retinal nerve cells to degenerate. The condition often starts in older dogs and can lead to blindness. Atopy is a condition associated with allergies and ear infections.

The average life expectancy of the Russian black terrier is 10-11 years.