Do you know these Chinese dogs that are native to China?

Feb 03,2024
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There are nearly 300 breeds of domestic dogs currently living on the earth, in various shapes and forms. They are either agile and graceful, or naive and lovable. They can be watched and played with by people, or they can be sent as companions. In solitude, you can watch the door and house in the courtyard, and you can hunt and catch thieves when you go out with others. So do you know these Chinese dogs originating in China?

 Pekingese Dog

The Pekingese dog, also known as the Pekingese lion dog, is native to Northeast my country and is called a pug by the Manchu people. The Pekingese dog is petite and designed to be held and played with. It was the emperor's holy dog ​​more than 1,000 years ago. Nowadays, this kind of dog is very popular among famous dogs in the world, and it is the most popular toy dog. The Pekingese dog has a broad head, flat and wide ears, short and pleated muzzle, flat nose, black round eyes, drooping heart-shaped ears, long-haired body, soft and amiable, short limbs, gentle gait, and high tail. The tail hair is upturned, and the tail hair is scattered to both sides. The color of the hair is mostly white, red, black, tan, and flower colors. It is about 20 cm tall and weighs 3 to 6 kg. This dog has a gentle temperament and a dignified appearance. It is a favorite for people to play and amuse. good accompany.

 Chow Chow

Chow Chow, also known as Qiaoqiao Dog, is native to northern my country and has a history of at least more than 2,000 years, because its artistic image can be seen on unearthed Han Dynasty vessels. The Chow Chow's head resembles that of a lion, hence its name. The Chow Chow has long, loose hair all over its body, and the coat on its shoulders and neck is long and straight, resembling a lion's mane. Its coat color is a single overall color, ranging from blue, black, tawny, reddish brown and white, without patterns or spots. The forehead of the Chow Chow is broad and flat, and the tip of the nose is black. The most obvious feature of a purebred Chow Chow is that its tongue is blue or blue-purple. If there are pink spots on its tongue, it means it is impure or physically sick. This dog is strong, muscular, broad and deep, with thick limbs and feet like cat claws. The eyes are small and deep-set, the small ears are upright or tilted forward, the tail is thickly furred, and the root of the tail is raised on the back. Height is 48~58cm, weight is 22~26kg. The maturity period is 3 years. The Chow Chow has a gentle, gentle and patient temperament and is dependent on its owner. Kind, friendly, and brave, he often indulges in playing and likes to play with children.

 Xasi Dog

The Xiasi dog is produced in the Xiasi area of ​​Kaili County in the Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture in eastern Guizhou, my country. It is a local breed of dog in Guizhou Province. Xiasi dogs have a ferocious appearance, broad chest, well-developed paws, white and short fur, red eyelids, nose and tongue, short ears and upright eyes.It is bright and energetic, with many erect bristles on its face, like long needles, which is intimidating. Xiasi dogs are smart, good at running, honest and loyal, and are often trained as hunting dogs, duck herding dogs and watchdogs.

 Pug

The pug is also known as the axe-dog and the Dutch dog. Pug dogs are native to Tibet, China. They are about 30 centimeters tall and weigh 6.3 to 8.5 kilograms.

The pug was brought to the Netherlands from China by Dutch tax revenue and businessmen. It was once called the Dutch dog because it was favored by the Dutch princes and nobles and became the favorite dog of the royal family. It is said that Napoleon's Queen Josephine was very fond of this kind of dog. After long-term cultivation, the pug gradually evolved into its current image with a head like a clenched fist, a flat face, and a flat nose. It was elected as one of the eight famous dogs in China. Pug dogs are extremely loyal to people, but very jealous. If a family keeps two of these dogs, they will fight cruelly with each other and are incompatible. Therefore, it is only suitable for a family to have one. The pug has a round head, a flat face, and deep wrinkles on the forehead and under the eyes. The snout is short and blunt, the lips are well-defined, and the small ears droop forward. The body is short and thick, with a wide chest, slightly open chin, well-developed waist muscles, short and thick limbs, straight forelimbs, and strong hind limb muscles. The tail is curled, preferably into a double ring shape. There are black markings on the forehead, ears and nose, and some have a black line from the head to the arms. Pug dogs have a gentle temperament and are affectionate. They are loved by children and women, especially elderly women. Pug dogs are extremely loyal to people and jealous of their own kind. The pug's coat is short, soft, smooth and shiny. The coat colors are mainly silvery white and light yellow, with a small number of black patterns.

 Kunming Dog

This type of dog is produced in Kunming. It is a cross between excellent wolf breed dogs and is a result of nearly 40 years of selective breeding. Kunming dogs are highly attached, lively and calm, and accept training subjects quickly. The conversion between excitement and inhibition is flexible, easy to achieve balance, and the ability to use is comprehensive. With relatively stable abilities in tracking, identification, search and other subjects, it is an excellent military and police dog developed by the Kunming Military Dog Training Team in recent years. Kunming dogs have the physical characteristics of typical wolf breed dogs. The length and height of the monstrance are nearly square. The body shape is well-proportioned, the physique is strong, and the movement is flexible. The head is of medium size, the forehead and face are narrow, the bridge of the nose is straight, the nose is black and moist, the ears are erect, the distance between the ears is small, the eyes are apricot or dark brown, and the mouth is slender. The neck is long, the chest is deep, the abdominal circumference is small, the tail is long and straight, slightly curved. The hair is short and the colors include black, blue gray, grass yellow, etc. There are currently three strains: green gray, grass yellow, and black. Height is 64~68cm, weight is 32~38kg.

Lhasa Apso Lion Dog

The Lhasa Apso Lion Dog is native to the beautiful and spectacular Tibetand is one of the four famous dog breeds on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. In Tibet, this kind of dog is kept in lamasery because of its unusual vigilance to protect the solemn Buddhist holy place. The Lhasa Apso Lion Dog has strands of beautiful long hair hanging down from its head, shaped like chrysanthemum petals, its ears are soft and drooping, and its lower jaw has a mane. It looks like a lion, so it is named Lhasa Apso Lion Dog. In 1928, the Lhasa Apso poodle traveled across the ocean and settled in England. It was not until 1935 that the United States recognized and registered this breed of dog. The Lhasa Apso Lion Dog has gorgeous and smooth long hair, which is slightly undulating and wavy. The most common colors are white, black, and brown, and there are also golden yellow and blue-grey. This kind of dog has a strong body, smooth horizontal lines on the back and waist, and well-developed muscles in the limbs. The tail is curled up to the back. It is 35 to 40 centimeters tall and weighs 10 to 14 kilograms. The Lhasa Apso has a lively and cheerful temperament, is courageous and knowledgeable, smart and well-behaved, and highly alert. It is especially wary of strangers, but is extremely loyal and trusting to its owner.

 Tibetan Mastiff

Tibetan Mastiffs are distributed in the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau region of my country. Nowadays, purebred Tibetan Mastiffs are mostly found in the Hexi region. Tibetan Mastiff has always been among the world's famous dogs and is a rare good dog. This kind of dog has a large square head, a wide face, a short mouth and thick lips, a thick and strong neck, a drooping neck, long and wavy hair, a large and side-curled tail, and a tail hair of 20 to 30 cm long. The hair is mostly black, and some They come in various colors including yellow, white, green and gray, with a body height of about 60 centimeters, a weight of more than 40 kilograms, and a lifespan of about 10 to 16 years. It has the ability to reproduce at the age of 8 months. It has estrus once every year in early winter. At low altitudes, it may have estrus twice in spring and autumn, with 4 to 10 litters per litter. Tibetan Mastiffs are cold-tolerant but not heat-resistant. They can still sleep peacefully in ice and snow at minus 30°C and minus 40°C. They have a fierce personality, are wild and untamable, have strong attack power, and are strongly hostile to people. They are only unstoppable in their affection for their owners. , who works hard and never complains, and is the right-hand man of the herdsmen.

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