Central Asian Ovtcharka, Información de la raza y fotos

The Central Asian Ovtcharka, also known as the Central Asian Shepherd Dog, is a very large, muscular, powerful, Mastiff type dog. It's a loyal and fearless dog with the ability to protect flock and family. It is a calm, independent dog breed. It makes a good family pet. This is not a breed for the timid owner; it needs firm obedience training.

White, black, black and white, brindle, red, gray, straw, tri-colored, black and tan.

Two coat lengths; short and medium length, well developed undercoats.

Hip and elbow dysplasia, bloat. To minimize the risk of your Central Asian Ovtcharka developing any hereditary health issues, you should buy a Central Asian Ovtcharka from a reputable breeder.

The Central Asian Ovtcharka is good with all members of their own family; however, it should be supervised with children. It is highly recommended that this dog become fully obedience trained, requires an experienced owner.

Early socialization is a must for Central Asians. Outside the home it may try to dominate other dogs and is wary of strangers; it is a guardian and will act as such. It gets along with cats and other non-canine animals and other dogs, as long as the dog is not a threat to their charge. It likes to bark at night and this may present a problem if you have close neighbors.

This dog breed lived its life with the Family of Turkmen thus it is a family dog that wants and seeks interaction with daily life. This flock guardian is not for everyone; it needs an owner who understands the flock guard type and the temperament that comes along with it.

The Central Asian Ovtcharka requires a large yard, the larger the better, with a fence. Small living conditions can lead to boredom and thus digging and chewing will be a problem. Even with lots of exercise this dog likes to be outdoors watching over its territory. It must have a securely fenced yard or it will expand its territory as far as it can.