Alabai, or the middle
Asian shepherd, is rightfully considered one of the oldest breeds in the world. Her age is about 8000 years. The original breeding site is Central Asia. During all this time, the breed Asian Shepherd has retained its functionality, excellent security and working qualities and a constant spectacular powerful appearance. In its historical homeland, its main purpose was to protect flocks, trade caravans and houses of wealthy people.
Destination
In the modern world, the Asian Shepherd is still used to protect the territories. In addition, the dog is characterized by a balanced character and striking loyalty to children, both to the owner and the stranger. This animal will never give its owner an insult. Walking with such a dog guarantees your safety, since the dimensions of Alabai are impressive. At the same time, the pet behaves unobtrusively in the family, does not bother the person if he does not want to play with the dog now, but calmly accepts affection and, if he wants, is ready to talk. The Asian Shepherd dog will be happy to accompany you on a walk or even on a horseback trip, because despite its size, it is quick and runs fast enough.
Training
Alabai is a typical phlegmatic
type of temperament, so the assimilation of commands in him is quite stable, and they do not have to be repeated daily. Also, such a warehouse of the dog’s character will appeal to those people who do not like outdoor activities. In the person of the Central Asian, they will find an independent, intelligent individual who can assess the situation around him and intervene only in the event of a real threat to the owner. Especially for alabai aggression - only a tool to intimidate the enemy, but not the goal of life. Of course, for a dog of this breed, the meaning of life is in the owner, in communication with him, but even so, she will be content with the minimum time that you are ready to devote to her.
Alabai content
An Asian shepherd dog can be kept outdoors all year round - it is very convenient if you breed this breed for the protection of suburban real estate. But it should be borne in mind that for its maintenance an aviary is required. The room where the dog will live should be equipped with several features, for example, the aviary door must open inward, otherwise the pet, rushing towards you and happily leaning on the door, will easily bite you. Remember that Alabai easily overcomes a fence 2 meters high from a sitting position, so it is recommended to make a kind of visor around the perimeter so that the pet cannot jump over the fence. For the same purpose, it is recommended that the inner surface of the door be upholstered with tin - there were cases when the Central Asian gnawed it out and made a dig. The enclosure should be spacious enough so that if desired, the dog could run, play and rummage. Do not forget to equip the closed part of the enclosure, the so-called "chipper" - a place where alabai can take refuge from the weather, a booth can also be located there. The size of the booth for him is 1 mx 1 mx 1 m, the dog will not be able to warm a larger space with the heat of his body. The floors and the booth must be made of wood, and the aviary itself can also be built of strong boards or bricks. If you have more than one Asian Shepherd dog there, fence off the territory for another individual with a blank wall.