Size
- Height
- 61–68.6 cm
- Weight
- 39.9–63.5 kg
Energy
Needs roughly 54 min a day. Rough estimate.
Family fit
Kids
Dogs
People
Lifespan
12.0–15.0 years
Running cost varies — see methodology.
Trait map
Eight axes that describe how this breed actually lives.
Energy
3/5
Trainability
4/5
Playfulness
3/5
Protectiveness
5/5
Barking
3/5
Good with children
3/5
Good with other dogs
3/5
Good with strangers
1/5
Compared against Tibetan Mastiff
Care needs
Shedding
3/5
Grooming
1/5
Drooling
3/5
Coat length
1/5
About the Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Editorial copy coming soon. In the meantime, the radar above summarises the trait data we have on file.
Frequently asked
How big does a Central Asian Shepherd Dog get?
Adult Central Asian Shepherd Dogs typically stand 66–78.7 cm at the shoulder and weigh 49.9–77.1 kg.
What's the life expectancy of a Central Asian Shepherd Dog?
Central Asian Shepherd Dogs usually live 12.0–15.0 years.
Is the Central Asian Shepherd Dog good with children?
Central Asian Shepherd Dogs sit mid-scale for children (3/5). Socialisation and the individual dog matter more than the breed average.
How much exercise does a Central Asian Shepherd Dog need?
Central Asian Shepherd Dogs are roughly a 3/5 on our energy scale — figure on around 54 minutes a day of structured exercise as a starting point.
Is the Central Asian Shepherd Dog KC recognised?
Yes — the Central Asian Shepherd Dog is recognised by The Kennel Club.
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