Black Russian Terrier Puppies

Black Russian Terriers are confident, calm, and self-assured. They are instinctively protective and loyal, which can be an issue when they meet strangers. They adapt well to training, but can be excitable in new situations or when around new people. They get along great with children and make great protectors.

Black Russian Terrier breeders should perform multiple health checks as this breed can be prone to elbow and hip dysplasia, progressive retinal atrophy, dwarfism, allergies, and urinary tract stones.

They need at least 30-40 minutes of exercise a day in the form of brisk walks, runs with their owner, and even bike rides. If they don't get enough exercise they can become destructive.

The Black Russian Terrier needs frequent grooming to reduce shedding and keep their fur from becoming matted. This breed needs to be trimmed every few months, especially around the face, and will need to be bathed around every 2 months.

Black Russian Terriers shed year round, shedding the most heavily when seasons change.

This breed is large due to their heavy bones and course, black double coat. The hair around their eyes and mouth can become a nuisance to them, so owners should be prepared to trim those areas with scissors. They require regular brushings to prevent matting, and many owners choose to trim their coat with clippers.

Soviet Russia developed the Black Russian Terrier in the 1930s to create a superdog for the army. They didn't have many purebred dogs to work with, as many were slaughtered during the Russian revolution and First World War, so it was a challenge. They eventually created a breed with the stamina to patrol Russia's harsh borders and prison camps. Today, they are no longer guarding political prisoners, but guarding suburban homes instead.