Caucasian Ovcharka Society of America 

BODY & TAIL

BODY

Very well developed in all dimensions.  Broad, well-muscled and well

balanced.

WITHERS

Well pronounced and moderately long.  The height at the withers slightly exceeds the height over the rump.

BACK

Straight, broad and firm.

LOIN

Short, broad, slightly arched.

CROUP

Moderately long, broad, rounded, slightly sloping to root of the tail.

CHEST

Long, broad, well ribbed up, deep in general as well as in its frontal part.  In cross-section, chest has broad-oval shape.  Ribs are well sprung, false ribs are long.  The forechest is marked.  

UNDERLINE & BELLY

Moderately tucked up towards rear.

TAIL

Set on high, sickle curve or curled.  In repose hanging down reaching the hocks.  When the dog is alert, tail can be carried above the backline.