Do you know all the common pet dog breeds? Learn about pets!

Jun 28,2024
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Before raising a pet dog, you need to first understand the dog's personality and hobbies before choosing a suitable one. Regarding pet dog breeds, it is estimated that many people only know the common golden retrievers and Labradors! The following "pets" "Encyclopedia" I hope all shit shoveling officers will have a good understanding of it.

▌1. Labrador puppies

The Labrador Retriever is a medium to large dog. With its gentle and lively personality, Labrador is non-aggressive and has high IQ. It is a dog breed suitable for being selected as a guide dog or other working dog. It is one of the three most non-aggressive dogs along with Husky and Golden Retriever. Labradors are currently the most registered breed in the American Kennel Club.

▌2.Huskies

It is an active and hard-working working dog in severe cold areas. Humans live in the unbreakable Arctic Circle. In order to combat famine and cold death, it is inevitable to capture seals for food, cold-proof leather and fuel. Siberian sled dogs are mankind's right-hand assistants. When hunters capture seals, sled dogs will play the role of coolies and drag the heavy prey back to the village on sleds. They are the most environmentally friendly and cost-effective energy providers.

▌3. Great Pyrenees Puppies

Great Pyrenees, also known as Pyrenean Mountain Dog. His body is strong and coordinated, beautiful and elegant, solemn and majestic, and has an emperor-like demeanor. It is confident, gentle and friendly, calm and patient, has a strong sense of responsibility, is loyal and brave, and is the most powerful dog breed today. It can faithfully stick to its job under various climate conditions. The history of the Great Pyrenees can be traced back to the ancient Roman period, and was brought to Spain by the ancient Romans.

▌4.Chow Chow

The Chow Chow, often referred to as Chow in English, is a very ancient breed whose precise history has been lost in ancient China. Chow, as it is now known, is easily recognized in pottery and sculptures from the Han Dynasty of China (206B.C. to 22A.D.). Other prehistoric artifacts suggest the breed is even older, perhaps originally coming from the Arctic and then migrating to Mongolia, Siberia and China. Some scholars claim that the Chow is the ancestor of the Samoyed, Norwegian Elkhound, Pomeranian and Keeshond. There are reports that in modern times: a Chinese emperor in the Tang Dynasty (7th century A.D.) owned 100,000 hunters and 2,500 "chow dogs".

▌5. Husky

The Siberian Husky is a primitive and ancient dog breed that lives in northeastern Siberia and southern Greenland. The Husky's name comes from its unique hoarse cry. The Chukchi people, a primitive tribe in northeastern Siberia, use this wolf-like dog toThey use this kind of dog to pull sleds as the most primitive means of transportation, and use this kind of dog to hunt and raise reindeer, or breed this kind of dog, and then take them out of the frozen land where they live in exchange for food and clothing. Huskies have changeable personalities, some are extremely timid, and some are extremely violent. Huskies that have entered the mainland and families have lost their wild nature and are relatively docile. They are a popular pet dog all over the world.

▌6. Border Collie

Border Collie is a type of Collie native to the Scottish border. It has a strong shepherding instinct. It is naturally intelligent and good at observing words and colors. It can truly understand the owner's instructions and can drive the sheep through the gaze of its eyes. The herd moves or rotates and has been used as a herding dog for many years. Its greatest characteristics are intelligence, strong learning ability, high understanding, easy training, gentleness, loyalty, and obedience. Its level of loyalty can be described as being like a shadow.

▌7.Samoyed

Samoyed, also known as Samoyed, was originally a dog breed bred by the Samoyeds, the indigenous people of Siberia. Beautiful, alert, strong, flexible, noble, cute, with a very eye-catching appearance, strong physique, known as the smiling angel, and naughty before one year old.

Samoyed, a Siberian dog breed, named after the Siberian herders and Moors, was once used to pull sleds and guard reindeer. With its snow-white fur, smiling face and black and intelligent eyes, it is known as the "Smiling Angel" and has a gentle temperament. It is a very beautiful and lovable dog. It has a very thick coat with very good texture, well-developed bones and muscles, and is heavier than other dogs of the same height. Male dogs have ruff, but female dogs do not. The body is of medium size, not long but very muscular, with a strong chest and neck, and strong leg muscles. Samoyeds are known for their endurance and strong physique.

Originally, there were a variety of coat colors: black, black and white, and dark brown. However, in the 19th century, fur traders believed that white would be the most popular and exported a large number of white Samoyed dogs to Europe and the United States. Most of the purebred Samoyed dogs seen today are white.

▌8. Pomeranian

The Pomeranian is a compact, short-backed, active toy dog, with the scientific name Hadori Pomeranian (commonly known as the British Pomeranian). A type of German Spitz, native to Germany. It has soft, dense undercoat and coarse coat. The base of the tail is set very high, and the tail with thick feathers is curled on the back. It has an alert character, intelligent expression, brisk demeanor and curious nature. Small and cute, it is suitable as a companion dog. German Spitz, including Keeshond, Large Spitz, Medium Spitz, Small Spitz and Squirrel Dog (also known as Pomeranian). Size classification: Small dog. FCI groupings: Pointy-billed dogs and primitive breed groups. AKC Group: Toy Dogs.

▌9. Japanese Silver Fox

Silver fox dog, also known as JapaneseSilk (velvet) coated dog, Japanese sharp-billed dog, English name Japanese Spitz. Adult dogs are 30 to 38 centimeters tall, weigh 6.4 to 10 kilograms, and have a lifespan of about 12 years. Originating in Japan, the Japanese Silver Fox Dog originated in Japan in 1920 and first appeared at the 1921 Tokyo Dog Show (dog show).

The silver fox dog was officially listed as a rare animal in Japan in 1931. The appearance of the silver fox dog is pure white, with double coat. There are plump tufts of hair around the neck, chest and tail, which are particularly fluffy. Big black eyes, upright and triangular ears, a round, black nose, tip of the muzzle, round feet, plump feathers between the toes, a tail with tufts of hair curled to the back, and fluffy, rich, pure white coat. very beautiful.

Its iconic features are: erect ears, curly tail, uncurved tip of the snout, eyes like almonds, long eyelashes on the upper eyelids, resembling double eyelids, straight back, strong limbs, strong body, and fur colors ranging from white, tiger, Piebald and other colors.

▌10. Saint Bernard

Saint Bernard, also known as Saint Bernard, is native to Denmark and has a long history in Switzerland. However, in the mid-19th century, the number became less and less and almost reached the point of extinction. Today's Saint Bernard dogs are mostly hybrid breeds. The weight can reach 100 kilograms and the height can be as high as 1 meter. The Saint Bernard dog has a very docile personality, is easy to get close to, and is very tolerant of children. It is loyal to its owner and easy to train. If given enough space, food, and exercise, they can become great family dogs.

▌11. Shar-Pei Chinese Dog

The Shar-Pei is an ancient dog breed from southern China. Its name comes from its strong coat. It is one of the most precious dog breeds in the world. Its skin is wrinkled and droopy, its temperament is pleasant and gentle, and it was once an excellent pig hunting dog. After long-term careful cultivation and improvement, it has become a fashionable companion dog loved by the world with its rare appearance and unique personality.

▌12. Japanese Shiba Inu

The Seba Inu is also called the Japanese Shiba Inu. The Seba Inu is native to Japan and is a hound that uses vision and smell to hunt. Alert and quick, with keen senses. At the same time, he is also an excellent watchdog and companion dog. His structure is compact and muscular. Males and females are quite different in appearance, with the male being noticeably macho but not rough.

It means "bush dog" in Japanese. The male body is 38 to 41 centimeters long and is a small dog breed. The Shiba Inu is an ancient Japanese breed that was listed as a natural monument of Japan (one of the six Japanese dog breeds designated) on December 16, 1936 (Showa 11). It is also the only small dog among the six existing Japanese dog breeds. . According to the Japan Dog Preservation Association, Shiba Inu accounts for about 85% of the Japanese dog breeds bred in Japan.

▌13. Butterfly dog

Butterfly dog, also known as butterfly-eared dog and Papillon dog, is 20-28 cm tall and weighs 3-5 kg. Originally from France. Originating in the sixteenth century, it is one of the oldest breeds in Europe. After the butterfly dog ​​was introduced to France, it entered the French royal palace and the doors of nobles and became a treasure in the hands of powerful ladies. The long hairs on the ears stand upright, like dancing butterflies. Papillon enthusiasts in the United States and Britain are also dedicated to breeding the breed.

▌14.Su Mu

The Scottish Sheepdog is also known as the Collie. Born in the UK, it was originally a lower-class dog. It was not until 1860 that it became famous due to Queen Victoria's praise. It was first exhibited in Birmingham in 1880. Later, it was crossed with a Russian Shepherd to make it noble and melancholy, and a very successful movie gave it a real revival. There are two types of this dog: coarse-haired and short-haired. The coarse-haired type has long and dense hair on the whole body except the head and legs, with manes. The neck, tail and limbs are richly hairy, and there is undercoat. The rich coat makes it appear larger than reality. The coat color is light yellowish brown, three colors (white, black, light yellowish brown), with a mixture of black, gray and blue, and a white neck.

▌15. American Card

The American Cocker Spaniel is native to the United States, and its ancestors are Spanish bird dogs. Around the beginning of the 10th century, it was brought to England from Spain and became a British breed. It was then brought to the United States to be bred and improved on a large scale, becoming a smaller and more beautiful dog called the American Cocker Spaniel. In 1946, the dog was recognized as a new breed, which aroused people's enthusiasm for it. To this day, this dog is still the most popular dog breed in the United States.

▌16.Miniature Schnauzer

The Miniature Schnauzer (MINIATURESCHNAUZER), known as the Zweig Schnauzer in Germany, is a cross between an ordinary Schnauzer and a small dog. In the United States and Canada, the Miniature Schnauzer was once the most popular dog. Miniature Schnauzers are a type of terrier dog. They are energetic and lively. Their appearance and personality are very similar to their cousins, the Standard Schnauzers, who are alert and lively. Disadvantages: Toy-like, too thin or rough.

▌17. Maltese dog

Maltese dog, the English name is Maltese Dog, also known as Maltese ears, or translated as "Malkey angel". With a height of 20-26 centimeters and a weight of 2.5-4 kilograms, it is the oldest dog breed in Europe. It originates from the British territory of Malta in the Mediterranean, hence its name. The Maltese dog has a history of nearly 3,000 years. In ancient times, it was deeply pampered by noble ladies for its dignified and elegant posture. Lifelike artistic images of Maltese dogs can often be seen in the surviving handicrafts and art works along the Mediterranean coast.

▌18.Shih Tzu

Shih Tzu Alias: Lion Dog Chrysanthemum Dog (Chrysanthemum). It is native to China and originated in the 17th century. Originating from Tibet, they were kept as guard dogs in lamasery temples. The lamaist god of culture, Mandrup Hughli, often carries a small dog that can transform into a lion. The Tibetan Lhasa Apso, which resembles a lion in appearance, is thought to be closely related to the Lion Dog. It was taken to Europe in 1908, and the Shih Tzu Club was established in the UK in 1935. In 1969, the United States recognized the breed and registered it.

▌19. Ancient Mu

The Old English Sheepdog is one of the oldest shepherd dog breeds in the UK. In ancient rural areas of western England, farmers bred this type of alert cattle and shepherd dog breeds in order to drive livestock to pastures. The ancestors of this dog include the bearded collie and various European shepherd dogs. In the 19th century, the Old English Shepherd Dog was widely used in agricultural areas. In 1873, it was first publicly unveiled at a British exhibition. The Old English Sheepdog is a sturdy, compact, squarely proportioned, harmonious breed. Very attractive, with a rich, thick but not overly coated coat, well muscled and strong body. These qualities, combined with its liveliness, make it worthy of the demanding standards of a herding or herding dog. Therefore, it is very important to be free of defects.

The Old English Sheepdog is a breed of dog bred for the purpose of herding livestock and pets. The Old English Sheepdog is characterized by long gray hair and hair covering the eyes. The Old Collie's tail is usually removed as a puppy or severed at the first tail joint in countries where this is legal. This procedure (called bobbing or docking in English) produces a panda-like tail. When puppies are born, their bodies are covered with panda-like pure black and pure white short hair. Only after the young hair recedes, the silver-gray long hair appears. Undocked Old Sheepdogs are becoming more common because many countries have banned the practice. The British Kennel Club does not encourage the legal removal of the tails of Old Collie dogs. The American Kennel Club stipulates that only show dogs need to have their tails docked.

▌20. King Charles Spaniel

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a lively, elegant, well-proportioned toy dog ​​that is very gorgeous and generous. It has the characteristics of being sporty and brave, but at the same time it is an elegant and cute animal. This typical nobility is very important in this breed and encompasses a truly noble and royal appearance. The essence of this breed is natural and requires no trimming, carving or artificial alteration.

▌21. Rottweiler

The Rottweiler has a strong body, fast movements, and powerful momentum. It is one of the most courageous and powerful dog breeds in the world. This dog was once used to guard cattle. It is a smart, strong and approachable dog breed. Nowadays, it is widely praised as a police dog, and it can also become a very valuable family dog. Rottweilers are excellent police dogs and can attack intruders. In order to ensure that this breed of dog truly obeys commands, it is bredRottweilers are born with guard abilities. In the Middle Ages, in order to prevent their money from being stolen, wealthy businessmen hung money bags on the necks of Rottweilers. This dog has a calm personality and is very affectionate, and can also be used as a family companion dog.

▌22.Chihuahua

Chihuahua, also translated as Chihuahua, Chihuahua, Qihuahua, is the second smallest among small dog breeds. It is elegant, alert, and quick in movement. It is widely loved by people for its well-proportioned physique and petite size. Some people believe that this dog is native to South America. It was initially regarded as a sacred dog breed by the Incas and later spread to the Aztecs. Some people also believe that this dog is a breed that arrived in the New World with Spanish invaders, or was introduced from China in the early 19th century. Others believe that it was developed from dogs raised by Mexicans around the 19th century. The Chihuahua Club was established in 1923 and is one of the 12 most popular dog breeds in the United States.

▌23.Scottish Terrier

The Scottish Terrier is also known as the Aberdeen Terrier (Aberdeen Terrier), nicknamed "Scottish Boy". The history is very long, but its exact origin pedigree is unclear. In 1882, the standard of this dog was formulated. It is very powerful for its small body. He is also one of the movie star dogs, immortalizing the image of a gentleman in the Disney film "Lady and the Tramp." It is said that President Roosevelt once raised a Scottish Terrier.

▌24. Bull Terrier

There are two strains of the Bull Terrier breed - white Bull Terrier and colored Bull Terrier. The breed's origins date back to 1835. It is generally believed that the breed was bred from the now extinct English White Terrier. A few years later, the dog was crossed with a Spanish Pointer to meet its appearance standards, and Pointer genetics can still be occasionally found in the dog today. Bull Terriers have an impatient temperament and are highly competitive. They never give in among dogs and may even hurt other dogs. However, compared to humans, Bull Terriers are relatively docile, smart and obedient. They are loyal and obedient to their owners. They are especially kind and friendly to children. They are kind and patient. If taken care of properly, they can become loyal family guard dogs. As a fighting dog, or canine fighter, the Bull Terrier must be strong, agile and brave.

▌25. West Highland White Terrier

For breeders in this hobby, the West Highland White Terrier of the Scottish terrier type is the most attractive and has unlimited charm. The body structure of this breed is very strong and tolerant. Love and strict training are what breeders must do.

▌26.Kelly Blue Terrier

The Kerry Blue Terrier, also known as the Irish Terrier, is the national dog of Ireland. begins atCounty Kerry, Ireland, 19th century. Blue fur is its characteristic feature. There are also legends that after escaping from the wrecked Spanish Armada in 1588, they drifted to the coast of Ireland and became descendants of the Spanish dog line. Others believe that the Kerry Blue Terrier is a breed developed from the rather large Irish Wolfhound lineage.

▌27.German Shepherd

German Shepherd Dog (German Shepherd Dog), also known as German Black-backed Dog (German Shepherd Dog), is also commonly known as Wolfdog. This dog breed is native to Germany. The only thing that can be confirmed is that in 1880, this dog was already fixed throughout Germany. Come down and use it as a sheepdog. They are agile and suitable for action-oriented work environments, and they are often deployed for a variety of tasks. Later, he was recruited by the German army during World War I and served as a military dog. After being cultivated by the German army, it was basically finalized. Because of their tall size, powerful appearance, and strong working ability, they are active around the world as military dogs, police dogs, search and rescue dogs, guide dogs, shepherd dogs, ornamental dogs, and domestic pet dogs.

▌28.Kunming Dog

The Kunming Dog is a dog breed independently bred by the military dog ​​training team of the Chengdu Military Region of China. There are three color strains: black back, grass yellow and wolf green. Since 1960, police officers at the Kunming Police Dog Training Base began to selectively select excellent wolf breed dogs from Yunnan folk (mostly old-fashioned German shepherd dogs left over from the Kuomintang). After about 45 years of careful cultivation, a new excellent breed of dog has been developed. Breeding began in 1953 and was successfully bred in 1964. In 1991, it won the second prize of the National Science and Technology Progress Award and the third prize of the Military Science and Technology Progress Award. The seventh-generation Kunming dog successfully bred in 2005 is the only military and police dog in China with independent intellectual property rights. Dog use has been widely promoted and used in 31 provinces, municipalities, autonomous regions and Southeast Asian countries, and has achieved significant military, social and economic benefits, filling the gap in China's inability to breed well-bred dogs on its own. Kunming Dog was bred from Yunnan wolf breed dogs, so it is called "Kunming Dog".

The Kunming Dog is also used as a police dog, but in some aspects it is better than the German Blackback and is an excellent domestic dog breed. Kunming dogs have strong adaptability to plateau climate, severe cold environment and high temperature. In our country's military and public security criminal investigation fronts, it is widely used in border patrols, reconnaissance and solving crimes, and the detection of drugs and explosives. It can also be used as a guard dog for units and individuals. There are three strains of Kunming dogs, namely the Langqing strain, the black-backed strain and the grass-yellow strain. It is adaptable to various climates, especially plateau three-dimensional climate, and has its own characteristics in identifying, tracking and biting.

▌29. Bulldog

The British Bulldog is native to the United Kingdom. Its ancestors are said to be a combination of the Mastiff and the Bull Terrier. The ancestors of the British national dog Bulldog, which is famous in the bullring, can be traced back to the Molus (Molussus)., a fighting dog named after the Molossi tribe in ancient Greece. As the name suggests, this breed of dog is primarily used for bullfighting. His expression is full of charm and his style is unique. True to its name, it has been used in bloody bullrings since the mid-12th century. Over hundreds of years, this dog has been continuously improved. After the abolition of dog fighting in 1835, it gradually evolved into a family dog.

▌30. Bullmastiff

Bullmastiff (BULL MASTIFF) is a cross between a giant mastiff and an English bulldog 200 to 300 years ago. It is a brave dog that can bear pain without flinching and has a reputation of ferocity. The head is broad, the eyes are small and widely spaced, the body is long and wide, and the legs are square. Bullmastiffs come in various colors, such as red or mustard. Only those with white on the chest are recognized. This dog is highly aggressive, energetic and cheerful, but also has a calm, loyal and affectionate character. Now used in the military and police circles, it is a popular family dog. Bullmastiffs are very ferocious and difficult for children and adolescents to control and should be raised by experienced people. The above pet encyclopedia only includes a part of the dogs. Pet dogs need their owners to slowly explore their personalities in order to better raise them. Article source: TIMESPETS public account

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