The Caucasian Ovcharka (Russian for “sheep dog”) is an old breed, used in the Caucasus Mountains for centuries to guard flocks and property, and to hunt large predators like bears. Now often used as watchdogs, these huge dogs weigh at least 100 pounds and can reach almost twice that! (Anna Galejeva / Shutterstock)
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