Alabai weight and dimensions

As pets, people often prefer dogs. Someone chooses a small indoor dog, and someone likes large massive animals. Recently, the popularity of the Alabaevs has been gaining momentum.

It is necessary to become well acquainted with the history, character and characteristics of this breed. It is imperative to take into account the weight and size of the dog, to know how and to what period the puppy grows. In this article, we will talk about such characteristics and features of the Alabai as size and weight, because they are the key factors in organizing the dog's place of residence and creating comfortable conditions.

The Alabai breed belongs to the Central Asian Shepherd Dogs and is considered one of the most ancient. It appeared about 3000 years ago and has come down to our times in its original form.

As with any other breed of dog, there are certain standards for this dog. Alabai is characterized by:

• wide croup;
• wide and powerful breasts;
• long outstretched head;
• a large suspension that protects the neck.

The character of the dog is dominated by such qualities as cleanliness, orderliness, courage, prudence, pride, poise, calmness. Alabai respects, loves and obeys exclusively its owner, who, in turn, must treat him with respect, on equal terms.

The height and weight of the Alabai are considered to be quite large. Let's take a look at the table.

The dog grows up very quickly. Let's take a closer look at how the height and weight of an Alabai puppy changes with its age. It is clear from the table that the Alabai boy is much larger in height and weight than the girl.

At birth, the puppy weighs 0.35-0.55 kg.

• When the puppy is one month old it can weigh between 3 and 5 kilograms. With regard to growth, then its indicator at the withers can reach 30 centimeters. At this age, his body is already stretched, and his legs remain short.
• 2 months. When the Alabai turns two months old, he begins to rapidly increase in growth. The skeleton begins to form, bones are strengthened. The maximum weight of a puppy at this age is 10 kilograms, but the growth increases by only 5 centimeters.
• 3 months. Already by the age of three months, the puppy is growing well. He reaches 20 kilograms, and in height - 45 centimeters. Of course, these indicators may be lower, because it all depends on proper nutrition and care.
• 4 months. By this period, alabai has changed greatly in appearance. Its weight can be 25-30 kilograms, and its height at the withers is 50-55 centimeters. The skeleton is fully formed and the trunk is lengthened.
• 5 months... When the puppy is 5 months old, its weight and growth stops somewhat. The maximum weight indicator is 37 kilograms, the height is 58 centimeters.
• 6 months. The six-month-old Alabai is already becoming like an adult dog. The weight of a dog at 6 months can already be 50 kilograms, height - 80 centimeters.
• 9-12 months. During this period, muscle mass is formed. Outwardly, this is already a full-fledged adult dog, the average weight of which can be 70 kilograms, and the height at full height is 80 centimeters.

Alabai differs from other breeds in its rather rapid growth and maturation. It can be said that it is growing by leaps and bounds. Already 9 months after birth, the puppy turns into a full-fledged male. At the age of one year during puberty, some changes can also be observed. But remember these are only averages, which, of course, are considered the norm, and which you need to focus on if you have an Alabai. If the dog is kept in good conditions, eats right and leads an active lifestyle, its indicators should correspond to the above.

In order for the puppy to grow up healthy and strong, and its parameters correspond to the standard, you need to adhere to the recommendations of the dog handlers.

1. Feed your puppy good food. It can be dry, but it is advisable to soak it in warm water before use, but it can also be natural food. Before deciding how and what to feed Alabai, it is better to consult a veterinarian.
2. It is important that the food the puppy will eat is was saturated with vitamins, minerals and trace elements.
3. It is imperative that the dog be examined by a doctor, get all vaccinations.

For the characteristics of the Alabai dog breed, see the following video.