Red Square Black Russian Terriers

Trips to Nitra, Slovakia, and Moscow introduced me to the top breeders and top kennels of the BRT. I traveled to Nitra because it was the host city for the 1st International show and symposium for the Black Russian Terrier and seventeen countries were represented. In Moscow, it was the BRT “show of shows”, Dmitrov.

After seeing these shows, meeting the top breeders and all of the great dogs, the BRT’s were etched into my heart. When I returned from Moscow, three additional dogs followed me home ~ Don, Dinka, and Maja (all pedigrees and more photographs appear on the photo page).

Walking through beautiful Red Square in Moscow inspired me to name my kennel “Red Square Black Russian Terriers”.

In February 2004, we imported "REBA" and her brother "SMUGGLER" from Moscow. I also brought back their sister and brother - one went to Texas and the other to Nebraska.

My trips to Russia in February are always most interesting. To see Red Square and St. Basil's under a blanket of snow is a picture one will never forget. To ride a TROIKA, (sleigh drawn by three horses) through the Russian country side with my Russian fur cap and a little of the local Vodke is out of a scene from Doctor Zhivago. To see the residences of past royal families, Churches and Historic buildings built centuries ago in the crisp white snow is right from the calendars of Currier and Ives.

Then to walk into the Black Russian Terrier show of shows, EURASIA and see 150 BRT's is a feeling words can not express. The Black Russian Terriers are at their best - each is groomed to perfection. They lay on homemade quilts, oriental rugs or blankets of multi colors all about the show ring. Some are alone, some in pairs, some with children next to them and others getting the last minute touch up. You stand there with camera in hand not knowing what to do first or which BRT to photograph.

Moscow, the Russian people and the BRT's - a triangle of pure perfection...go sometime and see for yourself.

If I can help you with getting a BRT, bringing one home or just answering a question please call or email.

Welcome to the wonderful world of our " AMBASSADOR of the World "..the BLACK RUSSIAN TERRIER.

Black Russian Terrier Accepted into AKC

Accepted into the AKC as of July 1, 2004, the Black Russian Terrier is an outstanding breed, but the BRT is a high maintenance dog. They are large, long coated dogs that MUST be groomed on a regular basis. The BRT beard can hold a quart of water. With that said, BRT’s must be a part of your family. They do not do well in a kennel situation and cannot tolerate heat. BRT’s are not outside dogs.

The two most important requirements for this breed are Socialization and Training. The Black Russian Terrier is a large, powerful animal. With proper socialization and training, they make wonderful, loving family pets. A fearful, unsocialized BRT is an accident waiting to happen.

Research Your Next BRT Puppy

The internet is a fabulous tool, however, before buying a Black Russian Terrier puppy sight unseen - get to know this breed “hands-on”. You will need to meet a BRT to see if it is right for you. Talk to breeders and owners and meet as many Black Russians as you can. The cute, black ball of fur at 10 weeks will be well over 100 lbs when full grown. This is a 10-12 year commitment. The BRT is a wonderful breed but not suited for everyone.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. We will try to help you in any way possible. We know many of the top Black Russian Terrier breeders and will be helpful in the search for the right pup.