Black Russian Terrier

Coat

Solid: Black (35)
The black may be mingled with Grey (25) . The grey should not be in confined areas, and should be no more than one third of the coat in total.
A small White (15) chest patch is allowed, but more white that this is a DQ.

Eyes

Dark Brown (50-59/90-99)

Nose

Black (35-39/244)

Faults

None

Disqualifications

More white than listed.

Conformation Champion Showcase

Conformation Champion: Specific Gravity Proudest Prisoner — Ch. **Specific Gravity Proudest Prisoner**

**Alabrus**

A260605025

Conformation Champion: Pumpkin Latte of Van Tassel — Ch. **Pumpkin Latte of Van Tassel**

**Boo**

A260310096

Notes

The Black Russian Terrier is actually not a terrier at all, but a robust working dog that was created during WWII, by crossing Giant Schnauzers and Airedale Terriers. These dogs were later crossed with Rottweilers, and finally with a dog called 'Moscow Retriever', which originated from a Newfoundland/German Shepherd cross.

The Black Russian Terrier was once considered a very aggressive breed, perhaps not surprising seeing how it was bred to be a powerful and rather dangerous military dog. Modern Black Terriers, however, are considerably calmer, though the breed still requires an experienced owner.

The Russian Terrier should have a elongated and quite broad head, with a marked stop and powerful muzzle. The ears are small and triangular, the neck long and powerful. The chest is deep and broad with a slight tuck up. The tail is set high and thick. The coat is wirey and thick.