Brave
Energetic
Lively
Confident
Stable
Affectionate
Gentle
Independent
Cheerful
Playful
Defensive
Social

Playful
Loving
Independent
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal

Black Russian Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Japillons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Choose a Black Russian Terrier if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Avoid Japillons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Russia

United States

Schnauzer, Rottweiler, Airedale, Russian Water Dog

Japanese Chin and Papillon

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1940s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black

Fawn
Silver
White
Black
Brown

A Black Russian Terrier can have a litter of 10-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Japillon can have a litter of 2-4 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Black Russian Terriers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Japillons are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Black Russian Terriers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Japillon breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Environmental Allergies
Food Allergies

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Complete Physical Examination
Eye and Ear Examination
Allergy Testing
Abdominal Ultrasound
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Eye examination
Radiographs

Black Russian Terriers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Japillons are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Black Russian Terrier has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Japillon has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Black Russian Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Japillons require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Black Russian Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Japillons have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Black Russian Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Japillons are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Black Russian Terrier, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Japillon, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Black Russian Terriers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Japillons usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Ideally, Black Russian Terrier should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Japillon should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush

For an average 80-145 pound (36 - 66 kg) Black Russian Terrier feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 4-9 pound (2 - 4 kg) Japillon feed 0.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Black Russian Terrier is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Japillon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Black Russian Terrier is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Japillon is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Black Russian Terrier has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Japillons are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Japillons have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Black Russian Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Japillon is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Black Russian Terriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Japillons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Black Russian Terriers are not very stranger friendly.

Japillons are highly friendly around strangers.

Black Russian Terriers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Japillons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.