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

Playful
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Tempered
Sweet

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.

Powderpaps aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Russia

United States

Schnauzer, Rottweiler, Airedale, Russian Water Dog

Papillon and Chinese Crested

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

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

1940s

2000's

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Cream
Silver
White

Black Russian Terriers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Powderpaps are known for their coat length.

Wavy

Straight

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 Powderpap can have a litter of 2-5 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.

Powderpaps are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Urinary Crystals and Stones

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Lens Luxation
Congenital Heart Disease

Environmental Allergies
Food Allergies

Cataracts
Skin Allergies
Von Willebrand's Disease
Follicular Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

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

Dna For Pra
Full Physical Examination
Hearing and Ear Tests
DNA for VWD
Heart Testing

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

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

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

Powderpaps 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.

Powderpap dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

All

Walk, Run, Tug-of-war, Chase, Fetch, Hide & Seek, Brushing, Car rides, Companionship

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 Powderpap, it's at least 11 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 Powderpaps usually need at least 120 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.

Powderpap 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
Dematter
Scissors
Nail Clipper

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 5-12 pound (2 - 5 kg) Powderpap feed 1 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 Powderpap is somewhere $1.30 - $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 Powderpap is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

Powderpap is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

Black Russian Terriers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Powderpaps are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

Black Russian Terriers are not very stranger friendly.

Powderpaps are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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