Related breedChinook1917 to 2013 · United StatesEast European Shepherd at a glance
- Origin
- Russia, Belarus
- Appeared
- 1930 to 1964 (well documented)
- Family
- Continental Herder
- Type
- Herding dog
- Size
- Large
- Life span
- 10 to 12 years
- Recognised by
- NATIONAL
- Status
- Living
The name. Named for Eastern Europe, where it was bred from German Shepherds in the USSR.
Same familyCzechoslovakian Wolfdog1955 to 1999 · Slovakia, Czech RepublicFamily and relatives
Descends from
Gave rise to
Sister breeds
White Shepherd, Saarloos Wolfdog, Mojee, Kunming Wolfdog, Czechoslovakian Wolfdog, Lupo Italiano, Shiloh Shepherd, King Shepherd, Calupoh
Same family: Continental Herder
Beauceron, Bergamasco Shepherd, Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, Hovawart, Polish Lowland Sheepdog
Same time, same continent
Black Russian Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cesky Terrier, Neapolitan Mastiff, Russian Toy, Wirehaired Vizsla
Same eraGoldendoodle1969 to 1992 · United StatesPlace in time
The East European Shepherd appears 1930 to 1964 (well documented), in the Modern Era, when 67 breeds first appeared.
A full article on the East European Shepherd is coming. Meanwhile, the Border Collie shows what every breed page will hold: see the Border Collie.
On the timelineModern Era67 breeds first appeared in this period
Same time, same continentCavalier King Charles Spaniel1926 to 1945 · United Kingdom
Herding dog behaviourBorder Collie behaviour problems and how to train themBorder Collie behaviour and training: why they nip, chase, fixate and fear noise, what to do about each, and a weekly plan for owners.
Same eraGoldendoodle1969 to 1992 · United States

