Caucasian Mountain Dog Blog

This Caucasian Mountain Dog pup is just catching his breath after running around the playground.

A true beauty, the most common variety of the the Caucasian Mountain Dog, is called the Ovcharka. They are most popular in places like Russia and Azerbaijan. They are also found in the Mountaneous country of Armenia.

Due to their heavy coat, the Ovcharka is capable of withstanding severe cold, and is primarily used to guard livestock. Often used to guard sheep, the sheer size and potential aggressiveness (When their family or stock is threatened) is a suitable deterrent against predators.

However, these dogs are often misrepresented as violent. Though they are remarkably self willed and will respect only those whom they consider as superior, a well bred Caucasian Mountain Dog displays self control and restraint. 

The Russian Kennel Club has been instrumental in popularizing the Ovcharka to the west – perhaps being a bit unfair to the other breeds that share the same line. There are only three recognized Sheepdogs in Russia, and the Caucasian Shepherd Dog is one of them

Here are just some of my favorite pics…
I love them ‘cos they clearly show the size and beautify (beast) of the breed.

By the way, this is a female!!!

This is another female…

and finally, here is a male. Look at the size of his head!

I have to share this photo with you. These babies are only a few hours old. The proud mom looks tired but she keeps her eyes on the pups.

Greetings to you, Dear Reader! I have dedicated this website to one of the rarest and most beautiful breed of dogs: The Caucasian Mountain Dog….which is also called: a Caucasian Ovcharka, Caucasian Shepherd or Sheepdog; Nagazi (Georgian Republic), Gampr (Armenia);Kawkasky Owtscharka; Kaukasische Schaferhund in German or the “Beast from the East”. I will be postings interesting references about his huge dog. I hope to me it entertaining and informative! Welcome!