The breed of dogs Russian-European Laika refers to hunting. It was bred in the middle of the last century as a result of crossing different kinds of Laikas : Arkhangelsk, Zyryan, Votyak, Karelian, Vogul, Kirov, Kostroma, Mari, and others. Such genetic diversity has caused the large centers of these hives to appear in St. Petersburg, Moscow, Novgorod, Kirov, Yaroslavl and other Russian cities. As the standard of the breed of Russian-European husky, in 1946 the male Putik, received from a black and white male with excellent working qualities and bitches Pityuhi served. This breed, as well as the East Siberian and West Siberian Laika, was recognized by the International Cynological Federation.
Description
A standard description of the breed of Russian-European husky characterizes representatives as Spitz. These dogs have average height, which does not exceed 56 cm at the withers and 58 cm in dogs. The constitution of the animals is strong, dry, musculature developed very well, mobile, lively. The head of the laika is dry, wide in the cranial lobe, wedge-shaped, with pronounced powerful cheekbones. The eyes of Russian-European hawks are clear, with a lively and cheerful expression. The color may be dark brown or brown. Ears in the form of a triangle, set moderately high, standing and very mobile. The tail of the animals is set high, bent to the back, tightly pressed to the thigh or bent by the ring. During the run, he turns around, and in a calm state, he can be dropped.
Characteristics of the Russian-European husky will be incomplete, if not to mention the dog's fur. It is straight, coarse, very dense and with a soft undercoat. On the withers, shoulders and neck the integumentary hair forms a luxurious scruff and a magnificent collar, and on the ears, head and paws, the fur is slightly shorter. There are also lush panties on the hind legs. The tail is not on the tail. The color of these dogs can be white-black or black-and-white. Recently, breeders try to breed dogs with the predominance of white coat color, since hunting with Russian-European dog-like white color is more successful. From the experience of hunters it is known that the beast "sits" better under light-colored dogs.
The vices include a massive or elongated muzzle, too large or small eyes, low-set, hung or rounded ears, a saber or long tail, and depigmentation of the nose.
Character
The Russian-European husky character is balanced. Due to minimal specialization, the content of Russian-European laikas does not cause difficulties. These dogs can be hunters, companions and just pets. Of course, hunting suits them most, but for this, the training of the Russian-European husky should be regular. They, among other things, are used to find lost people.
If the dog you plan to purchase in a specialized nursery, then the nickname of the Russian-European dog will be given by the breeders. If you do not like it, you can come up with a "home" option. To the pet quickly got used to it, the nickname should be associated with the puppy with something pleasant. For example, by feeding, walking or playing games. A few days later the puppy will understand that this combination of sounds should be reacted.
The content of Laika provides long daily walks, combined with physical loads, training, regular care for thick wool, and feeding. Problems with what to feed the Russian-European husky does not arise, because the dog eats any food. However, you should not overfeed your pet. Carefully watch that in the diet, in addition to meat, there are porridges, vegetables and cottage cheese.