Caucasian Dog

Usually, keeping fierce dogs is not allowed in densely populated large cities, but there are no such regulations in suburban or relatively remote areas. Therefore, some dog lovers choose to raise their favorite fierce dogs in these places. These dogs are called fierce dogs because most of them have rather irritable tempers and strong aggressiveness, so special attention is needed when raising them.

Recently, a Caucasian Shepherd appeared in the southern suburbs. Passersby said they had never seen such a large dog before, which really startled them. Some curious passersby approached to ask about the dog's basic information. It was then learned that this dog is a Caucasian Shepherd, exceptionally large in size, weighing about 40 kilograms, with mostly black fur and some white patches. The Caucasian Shepherd first appeared around 1930 at a European dog show held in Germany. In 1952, this breed was divided into two subspecies: the Caucasian Shepherd Dog and the South Caucasian Shepherd Dog. The Caucasian Shepherd originates from the Caucasus region of Russia, with bloodlines from Central Asian mastiffs. During the Soviet era, it was regarded as a national treasure. Adult dogs stand about 64 to 72 centimeters tall and weigh approximately 45 to 70 kilograms. They have strong guarding instincts and significant lethality. The coat color of the Caucasian Shepherd varies, with black and yellow being the most common.

Fierce Dogs

The Caucasian Shepherd is loyal only to its owner and shows strong aggression toward strangers. It requires good obedience training from puppyhood; otherwise, once bad habits are formed, it is difficult to change them as an adult. In addition to Caucasian Shepherd dogs in Nanchong, some citizens also keep rare fierce dog breeds such as the Dogo Argentino, American Staffordshire Terrier, and Neapolitan Mastiff. On one hand, these rare breeds bring novelty to citizens, but such fierce dogs still pose safety risks.

There are related regulations stating that fierce dogs cannot be freely raised. Fierce or large dogs must be tied or kept in enclosures. If a dog injures someone, the owner or responsible person must immediately send the injured party to health or medical institutions for treatment, cover medical expenses and other losses, and report the incident to the local disease prevention and control agency on the same day. The dog should be handed to the livestock veterinary department for quarantine inspection. If someone forces a dog to harm others, they face administrative detention from 5 to 10 days and a fine between 200 to 500 yuan; minor cases may result in detention of less than 5 days or a fine under 500 yuan. In cities where dog walking or keeping is prohibited, violators will be ordered to rectify by urban management enforcement departments, with fines up to 100 yuan.

Proper Leashing Is a Must for Fierce Dogs

Fierce dogs are indeed born with a relatively fierce nature, but the owner’s methods have a greater impact on their future temperament than their innate disposition. If the owner manages them well from a young age and often exposes them to strangers, any sign of biting must be immediately stopped and suitably reprimanded. If the dog can get along amicably with strangers, it should be rewarded. Developing a calm attitude from a young age helps prevent sudden attacks even when meeting strangers.

Of course, even a well-trained fierce dog should always be walked with a leash when outside. This is a very important safety measure. Regular obedience training must be maintained to ensure a high level of obedience. However, these fierce dogs should be taken to crowded or noisy places as little as possible to avoid causing harm to others.