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Russian European Laika (Russko)
Medium Breed
The Russian European Laika is a medium-sized hound of clean and strong constitution with well-developed muscles.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Russia
Weight
44-55 lbs/20-25 kgs
Height
Males approximately 52 - 58 cm/20 1/2 - 22 3/4 inches; Females approximately 50 - 56 cm/19 3/4 - 2 2 inches (standards may vary)
Coat
Harsh
Markings
Black, grey, white, pepper and salt, dark with white patches or white with dark patches. Red colour is undesirable. Strong ticking on the limbs is undesirable.
Lifespan
Average 12-14 years
Very lively, the Russian European Laika has remarkable endurance and is always full of energy and will keep you on your toes. Open, friendly and very affectionate and loyal to his family, the Russian European Laika makes a good companion for the active owner. He has a strong territorial instinct and has developed excellent hunting skills and a good sense of direction.
Temperament
The Russian European Laika is lively, affectionate and loyal to his family. Reserved with unfamiliar people they require socialisation and firm, consistent training from an early age.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
The Russian European Laika is a magnificent, well-built dog of great strength and power and is a good guardian of its territory. The Russian European Laika was originally bred as a multipurpose hunting, sledge and draught dog.
- A multipurpose hunting dog
- Makes a good companion
- Has an excellent sense of direction so will never get lost
- Little grooming required
- Requires sufficient daily exercise
- Does best with acreage
- Not recommended for novice owners