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Georgian Shepherd

Large, powerful livestock guardian dog from the Caucasus mountains of Georgia, with a thick weather-resistant double coat and strong protective instincts. An ancient landrace breed known for its courage, decision-making abilities, and formidable guarding capabilities against large predators like wolves and bears.

Life span
10–12 years
Origin
Georgia (Caucasus region)
Georgian Shepherd dog breed

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Important information

Species / Genre
Dog
Life span
10–12 years
Temperament
Protective, independent, loyal, courageous, calm, confident
Origin
Georgia (Caucasus region)
Breed group
Working
Weight
50–70 kg
Height
65–75 cm

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Georgian Shepherd

Description

Large, powerful livestock guardian dog from the Caucasus mountains of Georgia, with a thick weather-resistant double coat and strong protective instincts. An ancient landrace breed known for its courage, decision-making abilities, and formidable guarding capabilities against large predators like wolves and bears.

History

Ancient landrace breed developed in the Caucasus mountains of Georgia for centuries as a formidable livestock guardian, protecting sheep and cattle from large predators like wolves and bears. Closely related to and sometimes considered a regional variant of the Caucasian Shepherd Dog, recognized by FCI as part of the broader Caucasian Shepherd Dog (FCI No. 328).

Temperament

Personality traits

Protective independent loyal courageous calm confident

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