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Zverya; the outcome of Soviet technology's genetic
modification during the mid 20th century. Initially,
zverya were bred to become a workingdog breed,
during the creation and breeding of Soviet Dogs. In
the Red Star Kennel took place the enhancements
to working breeds, like the East European Shepherd
and the Caucasian dog. The experimenting resulted
in the numerous powerful, large and heavy Russian
dogs like the Moscow Watchdog and the Zverskiy. It is
unknown which military or guarding dogs had been
bred in order for the creation of Zverya, although
there is resemblence in their muscular structure and
behavior to that of a Caucasian dog or even a Wolf Dog.
The dogs became popular among Soviets after acco-
mpanying soldiery throughout the Zapad-81 Exercise du-
ring the summer of 1981.

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Zverya are most notable for their enourmous physical size and strength. Average measurements in height and weight are dependent on habitat and gender. Zverskiy males are larger and more aggressive than females, averaging 28 to 32 inches in height and weighing up to 250 lbs. Females average 26 to 30 inches in height and can weigh up to 220 lbs. Zverya adapt well to many environments from the desert, as sheepdogs, through the frigid wilderness toward the Kamchatka Peninsula. Adaptations of this breed include broad and thick paws like that of a bear. This allows the animals to run across ice and on top of snow, as snowshoes do. Small canid ears are planted on the side of a Zverskiy's head, as to insulate the rest of its body and conserve heat. The breed also possesses a thick and heavy year-round coat like that of a Newfoundland Dog.

However, the dogs are not resistant to compact or hot environments. Apartment living is not suitable for Zverya, as they are not only large dogs, but also because unlike the Caucasian Dog, zverya are territorial and aggressive rather than gentle and silent. It is likely Zverya are part Siberian wolf. Zverya will howl and express dominant and territorial behavior, and especially in limited space can become belligerent. Ultimately, the Soviet dogs are best suited to do military, guarding or hounding work.

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Standard Ears

short & pointed

Standard Coat

heavy & straight

Standard Mane

runs along back

Standard Tail

long & pointed

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Folded Ears

Heterochromia

Lynx Ears

"Lion's" Mane

Curly Coat

Short Haired

Docked Tail

"Snow Leopard" Tail

Curled Tail

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be respectful of staff and community members on and offsite

abide by the general oekaki rules

do not spam any zverya operational thread
- this includes bumping

do not mini-mod any zverya operational thread
- although you are encouraged to report any and all violations made to me VIA PRIVATE MESSAGE

zverya are not intellectual property and therefore may not be sold for currency unless staff release a currency zverskiy
- C$, DA points, USD, Roubles, etc. (failure to abide by this rule will result in a permanent ban)

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do not beg for a position as staff

staff are allowed to try out for adopts

staff may create one design with an uncommon mutation per every 5 standard designs
- (created by them)

Zverya are for the most part a realistic species;
- this means all designs must be made using natural colors
- this means all designs must be made using any pattern that occurs on any canine or feline





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Zverskiy 001 is UFA!

in the future adoptables will be posted under this thread

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UPDATE; 'Soviet Dogs' link was fixed. My apologies for the inconvenience!
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