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Black Russian Terrier

Soviet Union
Animal
Dog
Type
Schnauzer
Origin
Soviet Union
Height
68 cm
Weight
45 kg

Read from Wikipedia and Wikidata on 2 Oct 2026.

About the Black Russian Terrier

The Black Russian Terrier, also known as the Chornyi Terrier, is a breed of dog from the USSR. It was originally bred in the Red Star Kennel during the late 1940s and the early 1950s for use as a military/working dog. The Black Russian Terrier is a breed recognized by the FCI, AKC, CKC, KC, ANKC, NZKC and other cynological organizations. The contemporary Black Russian Terrier is a working dog, guarding dog, sporting and companion dog.

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