WalesCardiff Dogs Home
Lemmy
SexMale
AgeUnknown
BreedCaucasian Shepherd
We are very sad to welcome our big boy back to the centre. Lemmy has unfortunately been returned to us, he sadly wasn’t getting on with skip in the home and it...
Caucasian Shepherd Rescue Dogs in the UK
Wales
West MidlandsDogs Trust
Matilda
SexFemale
Age2 years
BreedCaucasian Shepherd X Belgian Malinois
Are you right for Matilda? Matilda might be a little shy initially but soon warms up and shows her sweet, gentle nature. She is suitable to live with secondary...
ScotlandIslay Dog Rescue
Mika
SexFemale
Age3 years
BreedCaucasian Shepherd
Mika is a beautiful 3‑year‑old Caucasian Shepherd, weighing an impressive 46.5kg. Despite a difficult start in life, she remains a gentle, affectionate girl...
East Riding of YorkshireHull Animal Welfare Trust
Missy
SexFemale
Age5 years
BreedCaucasian Shepherd
Missy is an Asian Shepherd. She is a large dog, of around 45kg, but she is a gentle giant. She came in to us after being left in a house for a week! She loves...
North YorkshireMaxis Mates
Ranger
SexMale
Age1 month
BreedCaucasian Shepherd X
Breed: Caucasian Shepherd Cross I am a big friendly boisterous goofball I do not reactive to other dogs. I can walk very well though if there is something up...
East of EnglandGerman Shepherd Dog Rescue
Rita
SexFemale
Age3 years
BreedCaucasian Shepherd
Meet the beautiful Rita who is around 3 year old female Caucasian shepherd. Rita was found as a stray and spent months at Manchester dog homes before coming to...
NorthamptonshireWelli Dog
Sheba
SexFemale
Age3 years
BreedCaucasian Shepherd
We are looking for an experienced home for Sheba our beautiful three year old Caucasian shepherd This breed is not for new dog owners and is everything you...
Caucasian Shepherd
A formidable and protective guardian breed from the Caucasus region.
The Caucasian Shepherd, also known as the Caucasian Ovcharka, is a massive and powerful breed originally used to guard livestock in the Caucasus Mountains. They are fiercely loyal, protective, and require experienced handling. These dogs are natural guardians with strong territorial instincts.
Quick Facts
- Size
- Giant
- Breed Group
- Working
- Lifespan
- 10–12 Years
- Exercise Needs
- Up to 1 hour per day
- Grooming Needs
- Medium
- Shedding
- Yes
- Barking Tendency
- High
- Trainability
- Intelligent but independent and strong-willed. Requires firm, consistent training from an experienced handler. Early socialization is crucial.
- Temperament
- Loyal, protective, and territorial. Devoted to family but wary of strangers. Requires experienced ownership due to size and protective nature.
FAQ
How can I find a Caucasian Shepherd near me?
We've found Caucasian Shepherd dogs looking for a home across 6 areas including Wales, West Midlands, Scotland and more. Use the filter options at the top of the page to enter your location and find a Caucasian Shepherd near you. Don't forget about the many international dogs looking for homes in the UK too.
How many Caucasian Shepherd dogs are in rescue?
We've found 7 Caucasian Shepherd dogs currently looking for homes across 7 charities in the UK.
How do I adopt a Caucasian Shepherd?
The process to adopt a dog varies from charity to charity, but the process is usually similar. If you've found a dog you'd like to adopt or learn more about, be sure to click through to the charity and follow their adoption process. We've also written a detailed guide on what the adoption process usually involves that you can check out here if you'd like to learn more.
How much does it cost to adopt a Caucasian Shepherd?
The cost of adopting a dog can vary, but is usually between £150 and £450. Some factors that can influence the cost include the dogs age and the charity that is looking after them. You can speak to the charity about their adoption fees.
Can I adopt a Caucasian Shepherd puppy?
There is currently 1 Caucasian Shepherd puppy on Rescue Finder looking for a home; you can use the filter options at the top of the page to show only puppies.
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