Page 55 - The Complete Dog Breed Book Choose the Perfect Dog for You, New Edition (DK)

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SOUTH RUSSIAN SHEPHERD DOG

SAFE ONLY IN EXPERIENCED HANDS, THIS DOG NEEDS PLENTY OF UNDERSTANDING FCI

Height range This big sheepdog from the Russian steppes was bred not to round Elongated head with
24–26 in (62–65 cm) up flocks but to guard them against fierce predators. Quick to react, broad forehead
Weight range naturally dominant, and highly protective, the South Russian
106–110 lb (48–50 kg)
Shepherd Dog, also known as the Ovtcharka (“sheepherder” in
Life span 9–11 years Russian), needs an owner who can establish authority early on.
Origin Russia
Long, dense,
white coat with
coarse texture
Other colors

Smallish,
Ashen-gray Straw triangular
drop ears

Yellow and white

Feet covered
with long hair

CARDIGAN WELSH CORGI

A SMALL, STURDY, AND ACTIVE DOG WITH A STRONG PERSONALITY AKC

Height range The two varieties of Welsh Corgi were classified as separate Large, erect ears,
11–12 in (28–31 cm) breeds in the 1930s. Less popular as a house dog than its rounded at tips
Weight range relative, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi (see p.56), the Cardigan
24–37 lb (11–17 kg)
Welsh Corgi can be distinguished by its larger round ears and
Life span 12–15 years longer body. Full of character, it fits well into a small home.
Origin UK
Harsh-textured, Relatively long,
short, brindle coat low-slung body
Foxlike head
Other colors

Any color
White markings, if present,
should not dominate.

Short,
sturdy legs
Long,
heavy tail Large,
rounded feet

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