Actaully Katya doesn't fair so well in the heat and perfers to lay inside in the air conditioning when it is hot. I know it is that she can't handle the heat because left to her own devices she would perfer to stay outside all the time if she is comfortable.
There are only a small number in the U.S., not only because they are super expensive but also because there are only a few select breeders who have a long waiting list and a huge application process you need to go through first.
With their families and people who are properly introduced the CO is a big teddybear but don't EVER approach one without the owner being in control of the dog because they could do some serious damage to a person.
Katya came from ThunderHawks Caucasians and her AKC name is ThunderHawks Finnish Princess Katya, she just turned three years. They also spay/neuter before the pups are sent to their new homes to prevent the breed from being mixed.
Here is another good website to check out, ThunderHawks is the only breeder recommended on their ethical breeder list!
http://www.ovcharka-breeds.com/THC8.htm
Ethical Caucasian Mountain Dog Breeders:
Tamara and Gabe Orbegozo
ThunderHawk Caucasians
...The Guardian Elite
340 County Route 13
Richville, NY 13681-3152