A large, strong dog breed Alabai has a frightening appearance. In fact, the dog shows aggression if its owner is in danger. The rest of the time, the Central Asian Shepherd Dogs are calm and serene. The dogs have a plush plush coat, and at a tender age they resemble teddy bears. Alabai black color looks especially impressive.
Breed standard
Alabai, or Central Asian Shepherd Dogs, are relatives of Tibetan Mastiffs. Since ancient times, powerful brave animals guarded herds and caravans. They fought hungry wolves and fiercely protected livestock. therefore The main characteristic of the breed is the innate guardian instinct.
Already from an early age alabai are excellent guards. The appearance of the Central Asian Shepherd pretty terrible. The breed has distinctive features.
- Big head reminiscent of a bear. Alabai's jaws are strong: dogs have a dead grip. Teeth wide and strong.
- Miniature ears, hanging down. Some breeders stop them.
- Widely spaced expressive eyes. The color matches the color.
- Massive massive nose.
- Muscular proportional body. The Central Asian Shepherd is distinguished by a noble posture. The chest is wide, the back is straight.
- Dense tail medium length (docked).
- Strong, well developed limbs.
Alabai are short-haired and long-haired. An adult pet weighs from 40 to 90 kg, and its height reaches 70 cm. It all depends on the gender and conditions of detention. Alabayev girls are much smaller than males. Puppies of the Central Asian Shepherd Dog grow up fairly quickly, and already from 5-6 months old they begin to prepare for domestic life.
Color features
The colors of the Central Asian Shepherd are quite varied: white, red, brown, fawn, gray and tiger. Alabai of black and black and white color occupy a special place. Completely coal-black representatives of the breed have a beautiful shiny coat that plays in the sun.
Note that the dark fur of the Central Asian Shepherd Dogs can be monophonic or diluted by brown and tan.
In dark-colored puppies, a thick undercoat forms by 5–6 months. Up to this point, the baby's fur does not yet have a rich hue and is close to gray. The eyes and nose of the black bear are dark in color. Black Alabai are beautiful and respectable dogs.
Another common color of the Central Asian Shepherd is black and white. In animals with a white fur coat there are dark areas on the back, head and hind legs. Also, the pet has black rims around the eyes and ears. Animals with black hair have a belly, chest and paws in white. In addition, the forehead and the area around the nose of the dog are also light. Central Asian Shepherd Dogs with black and white fur coat look simply amazing.
Alabai of brindle color has dark gray, brown and golden fur. The hair of the animal is decorated with dark transverse stripes. On the face of the Central Asian Shepherd Tiger there is black fur, which creates the effect of a mask. Alabai with brindle color is quite rare, which causes genuine interest among breeders from different corners of the globe.
Another color of the coat of large guard dogs is called tan. This version is presented in black, beige or gray tone with white markings on the face, neck and paws of the animal. Singe alabai look very impressive.
Character
Naturally, large and strong dogs are marked by waywardness. However, with the right upbringing, the puppy grows up for the owner as a faithful and sensitive friend. The dog is aggressively hostile to enemies, therefore it most often acts as a private property keeper. With family members, Alabai is friendly and docile.
Tolerantly treats children. However, leaving an adult dog with small households alone is not worth it: it can frighten a child with a growl.
The Central Asian Shepherd Dog has leadership qualities and is unfriendly disposed towards other dogs. In this regard, Alabaev walking exclusively in a muzzle. They are able to suddenly pounce on another's animal and cause irreparable harm to its health, even to death.
To raising puppies of this breed is very serious. Toddlers begin to teach teams from an early age. Otherwise, the pet will be independent.
From their ancestors, the Alabai adopted the shepherd breed instincts. They protect not only the yard territory, but also all the living creatures that live there. The watchdog of impressive size instantly reacts to strangers. She gives voice and roars unfriendly.
If the dog's lead is not tied, then strangers can be seriously hurt because of the iron grip alabay.
Content
The Central Asian Shepherd Dog is unlikely to feel comfortable in a city apartment. Watchdogs need space and fresh air. Sedentary lifestyle for alabayev unacceptable. Puppies begin to prepare for street life from six months, when they have a thick undercoat.
Many breeders complain that the Alabai ignores the kennel. This behavior is due wrong location of the booth. The point is that a watchdog is necessary keep the territory under control all day and night.
If the full view is closed, the animal will ignore its home.
Alabai is very emotional animals. They need in tactile contact and constant attention of the owner. A breeder should regularly hug a pet and stroke it over thick wool. The Central Asian Shepherd Dog expresses its trust in a person by substituting his neck for him (instinct was inherited from ancestors). Physical force against the Alabai cannot be categorically applied: the animal can turn into a real beast and become deadly.
Constantly keep on the chain of adults Alabai cannot. The dog is vital long walks over long distances. In a confined space, the pet will become angry and aggressive. Adult dogs are fed 2 times a day at certain hours. The diet of Alabayev includes:
- raw fresh meat (except pork);
- cereals (buckwheat, rice, oatmeal);
- boneless sea boiled fish;
- wheat bran;
- dairy and dairy products;
- boiled vegetables (except potatoes);
- offal.
Industrial feed for the Central Asian Shepherd better buy premium or super premium. Pet drinkers should always be filled with fresh water. A large pet is bathed 1-2 times a year, and regularly combed out (2-3 times a month). They need regular eye examinations, as dogs like to dig the ground. Soil particles get into the pet's eyes and cause inflammation.
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