Moscow Dragon

Characteristics of Moscow Dragon

Brief information

• Dogs of this breed are few in number, there are about a hundred individuals in total;
• The breed group got its formidable name because of the peculiarities of the coat: rarely located hard hairs stick out in different directions, which makes the miniature dog look disheveled and cocky;
• Can behave in conflict with unfamiliar dogs, even large ones;
• Just take care of him.

Moscow Dragon Character

The Moscow dragon is a small dog that looks like a cur. Because of the sparse hair, she looks disheveled. Mandatory signs of the breed are a mustache, a beard and a protruding “comb” of long hairs, which makes it look like dragons, as depicted by artists.

This breed (it is still called the breed group) is very young. Her ancestor lived in the 88th year. It was a mongrel, picked up by dog ​​handler Zoya Kostyna on the street. Having raised a puppy, the cynologist was fascinated by the interesting type of coat in the pet. So it was decided to bring out the Moscow dragon.

For the first time, dragons began to take part in exhibitions by the 2000s. Before that, breeders developed requirements for the breed. Many of them were captivated by the unpretentiousness of these dogs, bred from mongrels (sometimes dogs selected by breeders on the street and outwardly meeting the signs of the Moscow dragon participated in the breeding of the breed group).

Behaviour

Representatives of the breed are distinguished not only by enviable health, but also by excellent mental balance. In addition, the owners of Moscow dragons noticed that their pets have common traits. So, for example, all dragons are very devoted. At the same time, they are not at all sycophants – dragons treat strangers with caution.

If you decide to buy a Moscow dragon puppy, be prepared for the fact that he can growl at foreign dogs and even try to attack them. However, do not worry if you have another dragon or a dog of a different breed at home. Moscow dragons cherish and protect members of their family.

Despite its funny appearance and modest size, the dragon needs education . Otherwise, the owner will not have time to look back, as the dog will be at the head of the family hierarchy, and this should never be allowed.

The Moscow dragon is well trained, he quickly learns new commands . Therefore, to educate and maintain it is quite simple.

Care

Dragons are easy to care for. It is enough for owners to comb their pets once a week. And during the autumn and spring molting, dragons need trimming.

Bathing the Moscow dragon is enough once a month – experts do not recommend doing this more often. But the nails should be trimmed every 3-4 weeks.

Conditions of detention

The owners of Moscow dragons note that these dogs love to run and generally spend time actively. It is advisable to diversify walks with training, develop a pet with games.

This dog is equally comfortable living both in a large house, which it will be happy to guard, and in a city apartment. Dragon is perfect for people living in small spaces. This is facilitated by the diminutiveness of the dragon, and its hard coat – it almost does not shed. In addition, the Moscow dragon quickly gets used to being alone, and while the owner is at work, the pet just sleeps. And such addictions as unreasonable barking or damage to things are not typical for representatives of this breed.

Moscow Dragon – Video