The Russian Dog…
The Black Russian Terrier has a numerous number of names. It also goes by the name of: Black Terrier; Tchiorny Terrier; Chornyi (meaning black in Russian); Russian Bear Schnauzer and Russian Black Terrier. The Black Russian Terrier was developed in the former USSR by the state for use as a military -and working dogs. The breeding stock was mostly imported from the occupied countries; including East Germany. So what breeds were united, to develop this unique breed? Well, the Airedale Terrier, the Caucasian Ovcharka,the Rottweiler, the Newfoundland, the Giant and Standard Schnauzers as well as the now extinct Moscow Water Dog all played a role in uniting the pieces of the puzzle that was to make up the gene-pool of the Black Russian Terrier. A pretty awesome cocktail combination!
Power, force, intelligence can be found in all these afore-mentioned breeds! It was bred for working ability, rather than appearance. It was bred solely by the state-owned Red Star Kennel until 1957, when some puppies were sold to civilian breeders. These breeders began to breed for looks as well, since the original was rather plain. It was made to a look more attractive, while retaining its working ability. The breed was recognized by the FCI in 1984. These days it is becoming more popular outside of its native Russia. The AKC only recognized this breed as a purebred breed of its own in 2004. A rather new and unique breed!
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