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In Russia, interest was expressed in creating a new breed. Breeders aimed to produce large, strong dogs of balanced temperment, who were able to work under different climatic conditions and could be used by the military.
They began breeding new dogs that were able to perform guard-work. This new breed was the Black Russian Terrier.
The BRT is: 30 % Giant Schnauzer, 30 % Airedale Terrier, 30 % Rottweiler. The remaining 10 % are a combination of Newfoundlanddog, Caucasian- and European Sheepdog and German Great Dane.
Due to the fact that these dogs turned out to have coats that need extensive care and because they mature slowly physically as well as mentally, they were not well suited for military purposes after all. These dogs grow very attached to their human masters and therefore do not take well to being alone like Sheepdogs would. As time passed, the Army released some litters into private hands. So this breed started it‘s career as a family and working dog.
We can say, that our BRT is very intelligent, easy to educate, and equally wonderful with humans and animals. In her first weeks with us, we started some “adventures” to show her the world. We went to the train station to show her the trains with the crowds of people, and the scent and noises associated with them. We went to bus stations and begged the bus drivers to start their busses for our little puppy to show her that nothing bad happens. The result makes us proud. Tara is always excellent accompany. If we had to do it over again, we wouldn‘t change a thing.
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