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Guardian Dog Groupgiant🌍 Russiaguard, watching dog, companion
Moscow Watchdog
Obedient, self-confident, even-tempered, intelligent, independent, friendly, devoted
Popularity
222
Russian guard, watch dog, and companion breed developed for reliable protection and steady family character.
Lifespan
9–11 years
Coat
long double coat with dense undercoat and straight guard hair
Colors
white with red, red-black, black-red, or sable spots; black mask desirable
Male height
26–30 in
Female height
25–28 in
Male weight
110–150 lb
Female weight
90–130 lb
Review status
reviewed
Primary source
Temperament & training
Energy
3
Trainability
3
Playfulness
2
Protectiveness
5
Prey drive
2
Barking
3
Household fit
Kid friendly
3
Apartment friendly
1
Novice owner friendly
1
Good with other dogs
3
Good with strangers
2
Care & environment
Shedding
3
Grooming
3
Drooling
3
Coat length
3
Exercise needs
3
Heat tolerance
2
Cold tolerance
5
