The Central Asian Shepherd Dog is a large, powerful breed that is known for its intelligence, loyalty, and protectiveness. This breed is native to Central Asia, where it was originally used to guard flocks of sheep and protect families and their homes.
At a glance
- Life expectancy
- 12–14 years
- Weight
- Male 50–90 kg · Female 45–70 kg
- Height at withers
- Male 70–80 cm · Female 65–70 cm
- Origin
- Central Asia
- Coat
- double, medium
- Colors
- white, black, grey, fawn/straw, reddish-brown, brindle, particolor
- Hypoallergenic
- No
- Other names
- Alabai, Alabay, Turkmen Wolfhound, Central Asian Ovcharka, Tobet, Volkodav
- Recognized by
- UKC, FCI, ANKC
Traits
Energy
Barking
Shedding
Grooming
Drooling
Trainability
With children
With other dogs
With strangers
Apartment friendly
Daily exercise30 min per day