General Description
(Owczarek Wschodnioeuropejski, VEO, Vostochnoevropejskaya ovcharka) The East-European Shepherd is a medium- to large-sized dog with a comparatively long build and strong, well-developed muscles. They have sturdy bone structure, a strong, wide back, and a moderately broad chest. Their short loin is wide, arched, and defined, and their underside is properly tucked up. Their wedge-shaped head is massive in size and their forehead is slightly sloped. They have a pronounced, gradual stop and a muzzle that is equal in length to the skull. Their lower jaw is strong and their well-developed teeth close in a scissors bite. They have large, black noses and medium, oval-shaped eyes that are dark in color. Their medium-sized ears are pricked and set high on the head and their tail is sword-shaped and reaches at leas to the hocks. They have oval, compact feet. The coat of the East-European Shepherd is of medium length and features a well-developed under coat. Coat colors for this breed include saddled (gray or fawn background with a facial mask), black, and agouti (gray and red). There are distinct physical differences between males and females of this breed.Know something we don't? Add it here
Character
The East-European Shepherd is devoted to his family and people. They are balanced breed with a confident demeanor, and they are generally leery of strangers. They make outstanding guard dogs, and they will protect their territory at all costs. Because they are a working breed by nature, they are happiest with a job to perform.Size
24 – 30 inchesWeight
90 poundsGeneral Health
There are no reported health concerns or issues for the East-European Shepherd.History
The East-European Shepherd was created in 1930. This highly adaptable breed was developed for the purpose of working in the Army. In order to produce the East-European Shepherd, German Shepherds were crossed with local northern breeds and molossers, along with some other breeds. In 1964, the first standard for this breed was approved by the Cynologic Council of the Ministry of Agriculture of the USSR.Maintenance
-Ideal Environment
The East-European Shepherd is content to live in a small household or apartment if it is given sufficient daily exercise. This breed can easily adjust to a wide variety of climates including extremely cold weather. Because they are a working breed, they need plenty of physical activity on a frequent basis.
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