East-European Shepherd
Breed Information |
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| Name | East-European Shepherd |
| Other names | Byelorussian Ovcharka, Vostochnoevropejskaya Ovcharka, VEO |
| Origin |  Russia |
| Breed Group | None |
| Size | Large to Giant |
| Type | Cross Breed |
| Life span | 10-14 years |
| Temperament |
Aggressive Intelligent Loyal Playful Protective |
| Height |
Male: 26-30 inches (66-76 cm) Female: 24-28 inches (61-72 cm) |
| Weight |
Male: 77–132 pounds (35–60 kg) Female: 66–110 pounds (30–50 kg) |
| Colors |
Black Black & Tan Blue White |
| Litter Size | 4-10 puppies |
| Puppy Prices |
Average $900 - $1200 USD The development of this Russian shepherd started in the Byelorussian region, and the breed was initially called the Byelorussian Owtcharka. An East-European Shepherd puppy usually sold between $900 and 1200 USD. |
Breed Characteristics |
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| Adaptability |
4 stars |
| Apartment Friendly |
3 stars East-European Shepherds will do okay in an apartment if sufficiently exercised. They can easily live outdoors, even in cold climates. |
| Barking Tendencies |
3 stars Occassional |
| Cat Friendly |
2 stars |
| Child Friendly |
3 stars Not Good with Kids: In isolation, this dog breed might not be the best option for kids. However, to mitigate the risks, have the puppy grow up with kids and provide it with plenty of pleasant and relaxed experiences with them. |
| Dog Friendly |
2 stars |
| Exercise Needs |
3 stars The East-European Shepherd is a working breed and needs to be exercised properly. |
| Grooming |
3 stars Moderate Maintenance: Brush regularly with a firm bristle brush and bathe only if it is absolutely necessary, as bathing removes the waterproofing of the coat. This breed is a light constant shedder, but sheds heavily twice a year. |
| Health Issues |
2 stars Hypoallergenic: NoOne of the main reason for development of VEO was to get rid of hip dysplasia and elbow dysplasia, a common disease in German Shepherds. Due to the large and open nature of their ears, East European Shepherds are not prone to ear infections. |
| Intelligence |
3 stars Ranking: (N/A) Full Ranking List |
| Playfulness |
3 stars |
| Shedding Level |
3 stars Moderate Shedding: Routine brushing will help. Be prepared to vacuum often! |
| Stranger Friendly |
2 stars |
| Trainability |
3 stars Easy Training: The East-European Shepherd is known to listen to commands and obey its owner. Expect fewer repetitions when training this breed. |
| Watchdog Ability |
5 stars Great Watchdog Ability: This dog will bark and alert its owners when an intruder is present. It exhibits very protective behavior, acts fearless toward any aggressor, and will do what it takes to guard and protect its family. |
East-European Shepherd Names |
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| Rank | Boy Names | Girl Names |
| 01 | Jack | Molly |
| 02 | Max | Daisy |
| 03 | Toby | Coco |
| 04 | Jax | Luna |
| 05 | Rocky | Lola |
| 06 | Tucker | Ellie |
| 07 | Sammy | Maggie |
| 08 | Ollie | Stella |
| 09 | Teddy | Zoey |
| 10 | Cody | Penny |
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Overview |
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Their backs are straight, strong, wide, and long. They are 10-17% longer than their height at withers. The loins are long and wide, well-muscled and slightly arched. Their croup is wide, long, and slightly sloping towards the tail. The tail is long, bears thick fir, erected in a form of a sword when the dog's excited. The chest is moderately wide, while the belly is reasonably tucked up. The chests are scimitar in form, reaching the hocks or slightly longer in some cases. The legs are strong and straight; feet are oval and compact. The dog's pace is of a trotter, rather than of a skid, sliding just above the ground so typical to other German Shepherds' cousins. The East European Shepherd is balanced, confident and intelligent. VEO is an attentive, active, self-assured dog that appears calm and quiet but constantly monitors situation and is ready to "turn on" on owner's command. The East European Shepherd has an active defensive reaction, distrusts strangers and can be aggressive when needed but under no circumstances it should be inclined to unmotivated aggression. VEOs excel as K9 and personal protection guard dogs or as companions. East European Shepherds are working dogs and need a regular exercise. They were bred for their intelligence and they are curious and quick learners. Their ability to withstand extreme climates allows them to live outside, as well as inside, in a house or an apartment. They perform well as hunting dogs and can work as draught dogs in a group of the same. |
History |
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The breed was created in 1930-1950s as a working dog adapted for service in the Army and police as guard dogs and sniffer dogs in various climatic conditions. It was the result of crossbreeding German Shepherds with Russian dog breeds, such as the Caucasian Shepherd, the Central Asian Shepherd. Modern East-European Shepherd DNA bears both - traces of East Siberian Laika dogs and some lines of German Shepherds that had been inherited by the Russian Army from territory in Germany at the end of World War II. The first standard which has formed the breed type of East European Shepherd was approved in 1964 by the Cynological Council of the Ministry of Agriculture of the USSR. |
