To breed a new breed, breeders interbreed related individuals. As a result, a puppy is born that has the characteristics of the breeds involved in mating.
What are the mestizos?
Alabay - Central Asian Shepherd Dog. The shape of the mestizo depends on the breed with which it was crossed. Excellent external and physical data are inherent in a mix of Alabai with a Caucasian shepherd. This is a strong dog, inheriting the power of the "Caucasian", its dense and beautiful coat. In the neck area it is so thick that the head appears very large and round, like a ball. From another ancestor, the beast got grace.
The paws of such an animal are strong. Some owners stop the tail of puppies. If left, then in an adult dog it will be fluffy and long. As for coat color, it can vary from white to dark brown. In this case, a darker shade will be present on the back, upper part of the head, tail and legs.
It is impossible to predict the appearance of an Alabai crossed with a German shepherd. It all depends on which gene takes over and becomes dominant. You don’t even need to be an experienced dog handler in order not to understand which breeds participated in the mating. The features of the “German” and “Central Asian” are noticeable quite well. An adult is impressive in size. A dark streak may be present on the back, the muzzle is also dark.
Thanks to the thick coat, such animals can be successfully kept outside. Semi-permanent ears and tail do not stop.
If the Mestizo Alabai and Cane Corso gene is the predominant gene of the Central Asian Shepherd, then the offspring grows large with a dense coat.A massive square muzzle is a hallmark of an individual. Ears and tail stop at puppyhood. The color is mostly dark.
Alabai and East European Shepherd Puppies - these are very fluffy babies with semi-standing ears. As they grow older, dogs become more like an Eastern European individual. The color of the hair on the muzzle, ears and along the spine is darker than the main one. The tips of the paws may be white.
Crossed with a Central Asian Shepherd Dog, a Tibetan mastiff grows up as a large individual. A powerful torso, large paws, dense hair, hanging ears are characteristic features of the cross. Color can be the most diverse: from black with a white breast to red. It so happens that the muzzle, nose, and forehead (in the middle) have a white color.
Crossbreed with Moscow Watchdog - a graceful dog with powerful and strong legs, a wide chest and a dense undercoat. The tail of such individuals is docked. Ears are triangular, hanging. The inside of the paws, abdomen and breast can be completely white.
Metis Alabai and Rottweiler possesses rather large forms. Its weight can reach 70 kg. This is a very beautiful dog, with thick long hair and semi-hanging ears. The tail is docked at the request of the owner. Individuals of a red color look very impressive, in which the upper part of the body (back, sides and neck) is covered with black wool.
A crossbreed with a husky inherits from an alabai large physique. The color of the coat, blue eyes, standing triangular ears - this is a manifestation of the husky gene. The fur of such a pet is dense.
The Central Asian Shepherd Dog, crossed with a Labrador, gives good offspring. Adult individuals are slightly less impressive than alabai. Dogs are characterized by playfulness and an active lifestyle. Fawn color is widespread.
Sharpei gives Alabai a legacy of an original color and a manly character. This is an excellent guard dog with a powerful wide chest and massive legs.
But crossbreeding with a mongrel - this is a completely unpredictable option, regarding both the appearance and nature of the animal. The probability that the mutt gene will be predominant is quite high.
What character does it have?
A feature of any mestizo is its unpredictability. Different breeds are crossed, each of them has its own temperament. Whose gene is the predominant, it will become clear after a little time has passed.
"Central Asian" is a balanced and loyal dog, a magnificent and courageous guard, negatively related to outsiders. As a result of crossbreeding with a German shepherd, an individual with activity is born. She is smart and focused on her master.
It is not scary to walk with such a dog in the dark, as it is able to protect the owner from the attempt of intruders.
If the genes of a Caucasian shepherd take over, then such a dog is characterized by disobedience and insolence. It will take a long educational process. The owner needs to show patience, the will so that the animal sees the leader in him. The beast will obey only the owner.
Particularly unpredictable mestizos alabai and husky. The character of the latter is wayward. If such a dog is interested in something, curiosity will prevail, and the dog at some point will forget about the orders of the owner.
Care Features
Mestizos have a dense and dense coat that needs constant care. Get a pet comb in a specialty store to regularly comb the beast. A procedure is especially necessary when the animal is molted. Combing the hair prevents the formation of fallen lumps. The dog will not only have a beautiful appearance, but also feel comfortable. Once a month, bathe your pet.
Use a shampoo designed for dogs to wash. It will not cause irritation or allergic reactions.
Metis Alabai requires physical activity.Games in the fresh air he needs to maintain himself in excellent physical shape. During walks, the animal can easily be attacked by parasites: fleas, ticks. A special collar will help protect your pet from insects. If you don’t have one, treat the dog with anti-flea drops.
To prevent tartar from forming in your dog, buy special bones. Such prevention is necessary for your pet.
A half-breed Alabai is usually a large beast, so keeping it in an apartment is not very convenient. The ideal option is a country or private house.
Diet
For the dog to feel good and healthy, she needs the right diet. If you prefer dry food, do not take cheap options. Premium products have a truly balanced and natural composition, enriched with vitamins and minerals. Cheap analogues can only harm the animal.
You can not feed the dog sweet, flour, fat and canned. Bones are necessary, but non-tubular are allowed. Beef is perfect in this regard. You can also give offal. The basis of natural nutrition is meat.
Parenting and training
Mestizo Central Asian Shepherd Dog has an excellent reputation. This is a faithful friend of the family, a courageous defender and an excellent property watchman. However, all this is possible only with regular training and educational classes. Métis needs more time and attention (in comparison with a purebred alabai) from the owner. Otherwise, the puppies will grow up either extremely aggressive and naughty, or cowardly and not understanding teams. If you do not have sufficient knowledge to train and educate your pet, consult a professional dog handler.
You need to deal with a puppy as soon as he gets into your house. It is impossible to postpone “for later” and wait for some opportunity. Otherwise, you just miss the time, and the further process will be accompanied by difficulties. Puppy age is characterized by activity. It is impossible to leave the baby alone for a long time. Spoiled things and shoes, teeth marks on furniture - all this awaits the owner, who has been away from home for a long time. The dog just brightened up his day, playing with everything that hit him on the tooth.
Gradually form the understanding of prohibitions in the baby. They should have a solid foundation and not be excessive. Use the reward method when the puppy has completed what was required of him. So you quickly let him know what is allowed and what is not. A dog should never be afraid of you and understand that the owner is a leader.
Do not spoil the dog: it will become naughty and uncontrollable. The process of re-educating such a dog is extremely complicated. Dog handlers recommend taking a puppy of 2 months of age into the family. This is the period when the baby's attachment to the owner is formed.
Spend about an hour daily for training. Give orders in a confident tone so that the baby knows that a person is a leader.
Do not yell at the dog. She may perceive this as aggressive behavior that will lead to an attack. Keep in mind that friendly hugs are not always clear to the animal. If your encounter with a friend is accompanied by such violent manifestations of emotions, the animal will think that this is an attack and begin to protect the owner. In this regard, the first teams should be: "Fu", "It is impossible", "Place".
It is important to remember that there are no bad dogs. How the pet grows up is almost entirely up to you. Patience, consistency, lack of misses and, of course, a good attitude to your pet - that's all that is required of the owner.
You will learn about what a mestizo alabai and malamute look like in the video below.
