Many consider Moscow sentry dogs to be stupid and slow, but this is absolutely untrue. On the contrary, they differ in intelligence and activity and fully justify the name of the breed. In emergency situations with a kind of phlegmatic and listless dog, can show incredible wit, quick reaction and fearlessness. This breed is perfect for guard duty.
Moscow watchdog: a description of the breed.
This young breed was bred in Russia in 1950, based on St. Bernard, Pergamon Hound and Caucasian Shepherd. These dogs are strong physique, they are quite large, with well-developed musculature. The growth of the average specimen of the Moscow watchdog is 72-78 cm at the withers, the males are larger and more massive than the bitches. The wool of the Moscow watchdog is long and dense, most often white-red.
The Moscow watchdog is a calm and balanced dog, gets along well with people and is able to make independent decisions. Despite the large size, it is very friendly and safe for living in the family. In the event of danger, it is aimed at guarding the owner, fearless, not afraid of bullets or knives. With all the good character traits of the Moscow watchdog, one should note her stubbornness, as well as disobedience and some aggressiveness with poor upbringing. The Moscow watchdog and children get on well together, but there may be some aggression towards other people's children.
Maintenance and care of the Moscow watch sheepdog
This breed is quite large, so the food of the Moscow watchdog will hit the wallet, especially if you want to grow a dog in accordance with standards. Feeding the Moscow watchdog is held four times a day for puppies and twice for adults. It is very important that the nutrition is balanced, it is necessary to additionally give the dogs vitamins. If you prefer to feed the dog with dry food, choose the products of elite varieties. With natural feeding, the food should be balanced and include poultry, fish, eggs, cereals and vegetables.
Since the dog has a long and thick coat, it must be periodically combed. To bathe often is not necessary, only in process of pollution. Special care for the dog's hair is not required.
The Moscow watchdog is often kept in apartments; it is not noisy, does not require special care and is quite friendly. However, lack of motor activity leads to a weakening of the muscular strength of the dog and a deterioration in the main qualities of the breed. Most of all, this dog is suitable for protecting country houses, cottages and any large areas.
Training for the Moscow watchdog is compulsory and begins at an early age. All the same, this breed is large, and with a bad upbringing it will not be easy to cope with it. The main direction of training should be the study of teams, and not the development of hunting instincts, which are laid in this breed at a genetic level. The Moscow watchtower is very easy to train.
Diseases of the Moscow watch sheepdog
This breed is notable for good health, the list of characteristic diseases is extremely small.
Often there is a food allergy, so you need to monitor the diet of your pet. In addition, the Moscow watchdog is prone to obesity, as a result of which the nutrition of the dog should be balanced, and daily motor activity is also mandatory.
The average life expectancy of the Moscow watchdog is 10-15 years.