A bold and strong dog breed Alabai will be for the breeder a brave defender and loyal friend. Due to the impressive size of the Central Asian Shepherd Dog attract the attention of owners of private homes. Fluffy puppies at 1 month are already quite large and resemble teddy bears. To grow a healthy pet will help balanced nutrition and meticulous care.
About breed
In addition to the Alabai, this weather bears the names - Central Asian Shepherd Dog and Turkmen Wolfhound. For the first time, large dogs appeared in Asian countries (from the Chinese border to the shores of the Caspian Sea). The name "Alabai" is translated from the Turkic language as "motley" and "rich." Most likely, it is given to the animal due to its elegant wool of the original color. Alabai are relatives of Tibetan mastiffs, which are striking in their size.
In ancient times, Turkmen wolfhounds belonged to the shepherd dog breeds. They protected livestock from attacks of wild animals and accompanied nomadic peoples on the way. The main opponent of the Central Asian Shepherd Dog was a hungry wolf. In clashes survived the strongest representatives of the breed, which continued the population.
Standard
The Central Asian Shepherd Dog has an awesome appearance. The features of the breed include:
- large massive head, which resembles a bear;
- elongated muzzle with wide lower jaws;
- pronounced superciliary arches;
- expressive eyes;
- the magnificent wool reminding "fur coat" of a wild animal;
- strong muscular body with a broad chest.
It is up to the owner to stop the tail and the ears of the animal. The breed standard allows both options. Alabai with long tail and uncircumcised ears is not defective. The colors of the Central Asian Shepherd Dog are black, white, gray and tan. There are individuals with tiger-colored fur. Dogs grow to 12 months and reach a height of 80 cm.
Puppies alabai resemble funny plush toys. Like adult dogs, they have a “bearish” head with a large nose. Eyes in babies of dark color, far from each other. Small ears with tips bent down. Strong oval-shaped legs. Toddlers are born with thick, hard coat.
Features of growing up. Growth and weight of puppies in 1 month
Alabai weighing 300-400 grams is born. Already by the age of one month, babies should weigh 3-5 kg. Boys are larger than girls, their height reaches 30 cm. In babies at this age, the body is elongated with short legs.
Already by two months the pet will weigh about 10 kg and will acquire the features of an adult dog.
Feeding
In order for a puppy not to suffer from indigestion, its nutrition must be balanced and portioned. The first 10 days the baby gets the food that he was given in the nursery. To feed a puppy in 1 month should be 5-6 times a day.
A growing body requires large amounts of protein (raw, lean meat, dairy products and eggs). For baby, meat is chopped finely enough. Giving stuffing is undesirable because it enters the intestine in a semi-digested form.
It is better to abstain from raw chicken hearts or liver to puppies in 1 month, since they may contain worms.
Offal is more suitable for older dogs. As for the "milk", then at the first stage they give cottage cheese to the Alabayam. Calcined dairy product is useful for pets aged one to two months. It can be prepared independently: 2-3 spoons of a solution of calcium chloride (10%) are added to boiling milk.
When the milk is curdled, it is filtered and given to the puppy in the form of heat. This dish is especially useful for pets in the autumn-winter period for the prevention of rickets. Also in the diet of the Central Asian Shepherd should include raw eggs. Kids better to mix them with dairy products or cereals.
In addition, puppies can be fed with omelet. Alabayam enough 2-3 eggs per week.
Small pets of this breed with pleasure absorb boiled sea fish, which must be pre-cleaned of viscera and bones. Puppies should not be given a fillet of river inhabitants, it may be infected with tapeworms. Also, the monthly puppy alabay menu should contain:
- oatmeal, buckwheat;
- carrots and cabbage in the raw;
- greens (chopped lettuce and parsley).
As for dry feed, for The Central Asian Shepherd Dogs are suitable premium and super premium products. Before feeding, the granules are soaked in water and after 10 minutes they give a puppy. The breeder must keep a close eye on the pet's weight and not overfeed it.
Despite their mobility, puppies are susceptible to obesity.
Care and maintenance
From the first days of the appearance in the house of a puppy, it must be properly educated. Girls of this breed are smaller and calmer. Perfectly amenable to training and anxiously belong to the little household. Males from an early age have an independent character and leadership qualities. The owner must not miss the moment and gain credibility in the eyes of the pet. With the right approach, a brave defender and loyal friend will grow out of a puppy.
Naturally, a large dog requires a large space. As a rule, puppies begin to prepare for "yard" life from 5-6 months, when they have formed a thick undercoat. Up to this point, the bed "bear" should be warm and cozy. Breeder must be purchased in advance for a pet:
- bowl;
- claw cutter;
- brush for combing wool;
- muzzle;
- set of toys.
They bathe puppies as they get dirty, and comb their hair regularly (1-2 times a week). It is important to teach your puppy to claw clipping, as well as the treatment of auricles and oral cavity. Another important point for breeders of the Central Asian Shepherd is a “familiarity” with the muzzle. They start to put it on the puppy's face every day for 10-15 minutes and put a favorite animal treat in it. Thus, the dog will gradually get used to the "accessory" and will not show discontent.
Note that puppies of the Alabai breed before the age of 2 months are not fully vaccinated, therefore it is undesirable for them to contact other animals.
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