Recognized By
AKC
Country of Origin
Russia
Life Expectancy
11 - 13 yrs
Height Range
26 - 31 in
Weight Range
75 - 105 lbs (M) ; 60 - 90 lbs (F)
Colors
Any color or combination
Trainability
Intelligent, but can be stubborn. Require early consistent training because they can run away or chase something very quickly.
With Children
Average; some can be jittery with children, others are very patient
With Animals
Very bad with small animals; may chase and kill them
Climate
Can tolerate a variety of climates well.
Indoor/Outdoor
Generally needs indoor home, as they tend to climb fences and run
Exercise Reqd
High; needs daily outdoor exercise, preferably with time to run off-leash
Grooming Reqd
Needs regular brushing