Caucasian Shepherd (Ovcharka) vs Beagle

Side-by-side comparison — size, temperament, traits, costs, and health

Caucasian Shepherd (Ovcharka)
Category
Beagle

📏 Physical Stats

80 - 100
Weight (lbs)
20 - 35
24 - 33.5
Height (inches)
13 - 15
10 - 12 years
Life Expectancy
13 - 16 years
Working
Breed Group
Hound
Russia
Origin
Great Britain
Guard dogs, defending sheep from predators, mainly wolves, jackals and bears
Bred For
Rabbit, hare hunting

⚡ Temperament & Traits

Scores are 1–5 from breed data. Higher = more of that trait. Barking: lower is quieter.

2/5
Energy Level
4/5
Better
4/5
Trainability
4/5
2/5
Good with Children
5/5
Better
2/5
Good with Other Dogs
5/5
Better
5/5
Grooming Needs
4/5
Better

💰 Cost of Ownership

Based on breed-specific cost data at a moderate care level — quality food, routine vet, occasional grooming, standard insurance. Actual costs vary by location and provider.

Annual Cost
$3,506
Caucasian Shepherd (Ovcharka)
vs
Annual Cost
$2,077
Beagle
Caucasian Shepherd (Ovcharka)
Expense
Beagle
$3,506
Annual Cost
$2,077
Lower ✓
$4,226
First Year
$2,797
Lower ✓
$39,286
Lifetime Total
$30,837
Lower ✓
$1,116
Food (annual)
$552
Lower ✓
$735
Vet Care (annual)
$630
Lower ✓
$550
Grooming (annual)
$210
Lower ✓
$1,080
Insurance (annual)
$660
Lower ✓
$90
Insurance (monthly)
$55
Lower ✓

Over their lifetimes, a Beagle (~15 yrs) costs approximately $8,449 less than a Caucasian Shepherd (Ovcharka) (~11 yrs) in total.

🏥 Health Considerations

Health conditions listed are common concerns for these breeds or breed groups. Not every dog will develop these conditions. Regular vet check-ups are the best prevention.

🐾 Temperament

Caucasian Shepherd (Ovcharka)

Alert, Quick, Dominant, Powerful, Calm, Strong

Beagle

Amiable, Even Tempered, Excitable, Determined, Gentle, Intelligent, Affectionate, Quiet, Curious, Friendly, Loyal, Playful, Brave