The history began in 1930. The breed was created by the selective interbreeding of Rottweilers, Giant Schnauzers and Airedales, by the Russian Military. The intent was to develop a native breed that would fulfill the need for a large, working dog, suitable for a number of tasks, while being able to endure the harshness of the Russian winter.
In 1956, this culminated in the establishment of foundation stock that bred true.