Russia is one of the largest countries in the world, and it is no surprise that it has some of the prolific dog breeds. From hare-hunting borzoi to famous sled-pulling Siberian husky being one of the majestic Russian breeds. Even when Russian dog breeds are all unique, one common trait among all is tenacity.

Russian dog breeds

Below are 5 stately Russian dog breeds

Samoyed

The fluffy dogs have a perpetual smile that can be the result of their Russian upbringing. Samoyeds have been bred to work in the sub-zero temperatures of Siberia. The corners of their mouths are upturned to prevent their drool from turning into icicles. Samoyeds are adaptable, smart, and friendly. Their original use is to guard reindeer and move heavy loads across the Siberian tundra. The breed comes in cream, white, and biscuit colors and has a soft double coat to keep them warm. They require a lot of attention, playtime, and exercise.

Siberian husky

Athletic, mischievous, and friendly, the Siberian husky is one of the most famous Russian dog breeds. The pups were bred by the Chukchi people of northeastern Asia to move light loads over long distances at moderate speeds. Today, they are known for their outgoing personalities, fluffy tails, and pointy ears.

Borzoi

These pups are not the sort of Russian royalty. The main task of Borzois was to hunt hare, foxes, and wolves. They have been the preferred hound of the Russian aristocracy. Today, they are known for their silky, long coats and dignified personalities. Borzois use their sense of sight to hunt, which means they tend to chase anything that moves.

Russian black terrier

After the slaughtering of countless purebred Russian dogs, the government decided to create a new Russian breed to support the army. Russian Black Terrier was the result of this work. The dogs are known for their large size and protective and calm demeanors.

Caucasian shepherd

The origin of this Russian dog is from the Caucasus mountain range of Eastern Europe and was used to guard sheep against predators. The Caucasian shepherd is known to be fierce and fearless towards strangers while being kind and devoted to their families.

 

Source: Reader’s Digest