South Russian Ovcharka Physical Appearance

Thinking to own a South Russian Ovcharka Dog and want to know what is the general appearance of South Russian Ovcharka or what are the common colours of a South Russian Ovcharka?

Learn more about the colors, weight and height of South Russian Ovcharka Dogs from this page.


South Russian Ovcharka Appearance

South Russian Ovcharka Size, Height and Weight

    Consider the personality traits and appearance of the South Russian Ovcharka, as this breed is not for everyone. Use this information below to see if a South Russian Ovcharka would suit your lifestyle and household.

    Size of South Russian Ovcharka: The South Russian Ovcharka Dog is a large sized dog.

    Height of South Russian Ovcharka:
  • Male: 25 inches (65 cm)
  • Female: 24 inches (62 cm)

  • Weight of South Russian Ovcharka:
  • 108-110 pounds (48-50 kg)

    The Popular Colours of South Russian Ovcharka Dogs

  • Grey
  • Gray & White
  • White
  • White & Yellow
  • Deadgrass


South Russian Ovcharka Appearance

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. List your missing pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

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

3. Call the local vets to see if anyone has brought 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 Shelters.

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. Register the missing pet on the Local Facebook Lost Pets Groups.

3. Phone 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 Clinic who can scan the animal’s microchip and locate the registered owner of the pet.

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 call 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.