Are South Russian Ovcharkas Good For Apartments?

Are you living in an apartment unit or flat and considering to get a South Russian Ovcharka and want to know whether a South Russian Ovcharka Dog is suitable for your apartment?

Well, South Russian Ovcharka scores out of 5 in the scale of apartment friendly dogs when it comes to other breeds.


Are South Russian Ovcharkas Apartment Friendly?

Can South Russian Ovcharkas Be Apartment Dogs?

    The South Russian Ovtcharka is not recommended for apartment life.

    Top 5 Apartment-Friendly Pet Dog Breeds

    In spite of popular belief, size isn't everything when it comes to choosing the best apartment pet dogs.

    Temperament, bark-levels and a low-energy count are all really good attributes to look for when on the hunt for an ideal apartment canine. Below is a list of the top apartment frinedly breeds.

    1. English Bulldog - In spite of appearances, the English Bulldog is a happy dog that is more than happy to spend their days sleeping on the couch. They will rarely bark, and are terrific with children in spite of their stocky build which has them weighing upwards of 22kg!

    2. Pug - Love them or hate them, the modest pug is a lively and faithful dog. Pugs are a social breed, so their perfect home would include another pet dog or lots of human interaction. The pug is satisfied to laze about all day, making him the perfect apartment buddy.

    3. Chihuahua - While the Chihuahua requires minimal exercise, making it perfect for a smaller sized home, it is very important that they receive proper training to avoid the yappy character they are known for. Weighing as little as 1kg, they are effortlessly carried around which is handy for individuals who travel.

    4. Dachshund - Also known as the 'sausage dog', this friendly breed is very great with other canines and children. While they can at first be somewhat challenging to train, they only need a small amount of exercise, due to their small legs!

    5. Boston Terrier - Another breed perfect due to their size, the Boston Terrier will call for a daily walk to stay happy, but they can be fantastic, affectionate breed who will remain mostly inactive while indoors.

South Russian Ovcharkas Good For Apartments

South Russian Ovcharka Information

The South Russian Shepherd Dog is a dog of above average size and robust constitution, with a thick, dense, double coat. The breed is lean, but with massive bone structure and strongly developed musculature. Secondary sex characteristics are strongly marked, with the males being stronger, more massive and more courageous than the females.

Fierce, distrustful of strangers, and dominant in character, the South Russian Shepherd Dog is capable of adjusting to a wide variety of climatic conditions and temperatures.

What to do if you lose your South Russian Ovcharka

If your South Russian Ovcharka Dog or any other pet has gone missing and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. Report your missing pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. Report the missing pet on the Local Lost Pets Facebook Groups Here.

3. Telephone the local vets to see if someone has handed in your missing pet.

4. Phone the RSPCA or Visit the RSPCA Lost Pets website and complete a Lost Pet Report.

5. Visit Lost Pets Pages of Animal Pounds.

What to do if you find a lost South Russian Ovcharka

If you find a South Russian Ovcharka Dog or any other pet and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. Report the found pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. List the missing pet on the Local Facebook Lost Pets Groups.

3. Contact the Local Council to collect the lost animal.

4. Take the animal to the local Animal Pound near to your suburb.

5. Take the pet to the local Vet who normally scan the animal’s microchip and call the registered pet owner.

Laws Regarding Missing Pets

1. It is against the law to keep any animal that you find.

2. Pets are generally considered property and it is illegal to take and keep someone else’s property.

3. You must contact your local animal control unit and file a FOUND AN ANIMAL report for any dog or cat you find.

4. To reclaim your lost dog, cat or other pet from the animal shelter you must pay a release fee.

5. If your dog or cat is unregistered, you will have to register your pet before you can take it home.