BEST FAMILY DOG IN WORLD
Dogs are loyal, loving, hilarious, and endlessly forgiving creatures who have a knack for warming our hearts. Honestly, we can’t say enough good things about our dogs. Here are some dog quotes that will ring true to your devoted, dog-loving soul.
1.Labrador Retriever
Labradors have a reputation as a very even-tempered breed and an excellent family dog.This includes a good reputation with children of all ages and other animals. Some lines, particularly those that have continued to be bred specifically for their skills at working in the field (rather than for their appearance), are particularly fast and athletic.
The steady temperament of Labradors and their ability to learn make them an ideal breed for search and rescue, detection, and therapy work. They are a very intelligent breed. They are ranked No. 7 in Stanley Coren's The Intelligence of Dogs, making it one of the brightest dogs out of 138 breeds tested. The AKC describes the breed as an ideal family and sporting dog. Their primary working role in the field continues to be that of a hunting retriever
Breed Overview
Other name:Labrador
Origin:United Kingdom
Height:22-25inches
Weight:29-36kgs
Coat:Short, dense, weather-resistant double coat
colour:Black, chocolate, or yellow (ranges from pale yellow to fox red)
Life Span:10-12Years
2.Poodle
The Poodle is most commonly claimed to have been developed in Germany, although it is also claimed to be from France, the Standard Poodle was originally used by wildfowl hunters to retrieve game from water. The smaller varieties of the breed were bred from the original in France where they were once commonly used as circus performers, but have become popular companion dogs
Poodles are known as a highly intelligent, energetic, and sociable breed. They require both physical and intellectual activities. A typical Poodle should be reserved and a little aloof with strangers upon first introduction, but after a while should slowly reveal a warm and personable disposition once the dog realizes the new person is trustworthy and means no harm. Snappy, vicious behavior is considered a serious fault in the breed.
Breed Overview
Other name:Pudel,Caniche
Origin: Germany or France
Height:18-24inches
Weight:20-32kgs
Coat:Poodle does shed, but instead of the fur coming off the dog
colour: blues, grays, silvers, browns, café au laits, apricots, and creams
Life Span:12-15Years
3.Saint Bernard
The St. Bernard is recognized internationally today as one of the molosser breeds.It is a giant dog. The coat can be either smooth or rough; the smooth coat being close and flat, while the rough is dense, flat, and more profuse around the neck and legs. The colour is typically a red shade with white, or a mahogany brindle with white. Black shading is usually found on the face and ears. The tail is long and heavy, hanging high. The eyes are usually brown, but sometimes can be icy blue, and should have naturally tight lids, with haws only slightly visible.
The St. Bernard was bred to be a working companion and to this day the St. Bernard lives to please its master and is an amiable yet hard worker. St. Bernards have retained their natural ability for scent work and depending on the skill of the trainer and the talents of the dog, St. Bernards can participate in tracking events or even become involved in search and rescue work.
Breed Overview
Other name:Bernhardiner,Saint
Origin:Switzerland
Height:28-35inches
Weight:64-82kgs
Coat:smooth or rough
colour:Red,white,Reddish-brown bindle,Reddish-brown splash
Life Span:8-10 years
4.Beagle
The beagle is a breed of small scent hound, similar in appearance to the much larger foxhound. The beagle was developed primarily for hunting hare (beagling). Possessing a great sense of smell and superior tracking instincts, the beagle is the primary breed used as a detection dog for prohibited agricultural imports and foodstuffs in quarantine around the world. The beagle is intelligent. It is a popular pet due to its size, good temper, and a lack of inherited health problems
The beagle has an even temper and gentle disposition. Described in several breed standards as "merry", they are amiable and typically neither aggressive nor timid, although this depends on the individual. They enjoy company, and although they may initially be standoffish with strangers, they are easily won over. Beagles are excellent with children and this is one of the reasons they have become popular family pets. But as beagles are pack animals, they are prone to separation anxiety,[40] a condition which causes them to destroy things when left unattended. Not all beagles will howl, but most will bark when confronted with strange situations, and some will bay (also referred to as "speaking", "giving tongue") when they catch the scent of potential quarry.
Breed Overview
Other name: Beagle
Origin: England
Height:13-16inches
Weight:10-11kgs
Coat:Short haired, hard coat of medium length
colour: Tricolor or white in combination with black & tan/brown or brown/tan
Life Span:12-15years
5.Golden Retriever
The Golden Retriever is a medium-large, strongly built breed with a dense, water-repellant wavy coat.As a dog with origins in pedigree breeding, and owing to its widespread historical popularity, some regional variations have emerged in the breed; therefore, the three subtypes of the Golden Retriever reflect the typical variations in dimensions and coat. However, all Golden Retrievers are blonde, yellow, or gold in colour, and all subtypes are susceptible to the same health problems
Golden Retrievers are active and fun-loving animals with the exceptionally patient demeanour befitting a dog bred to sit quietly for hours in a hunting blind. Adult Goldens love to work, and have a keen ability to focus on a given task. They will work until they collapse, so care should be taken to avoid overworking them.
Breed Overview
Other name: Beagle
Origin: Scotland, United Kingdom
Height:22-24inches
Weight:29-34kgs
Coat:Straight or moderately wavy
colour:Any shades of gold or cream
Life Span:10-12years
6.Staffordshire Bull Terrier
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a British breed of short-haired terrier of medium size. It originated in the Black Country of the English Midlands.It is the direct descendant of the bull and terrier cross-bred from the Old English Bulldog and the Old English Terrier. The Stafford developed in what was then called the Black Country of Staffordshire and parts of Warwickshire.There are two theories about the development of the Stafford as recognised by The Kennel Club
The Stafford is a stocky, muscular and unusually strong dog of small to medium size. It usually stands 36–41 cm at the withers. Dogs weigh some 13–17 kg, bitches approximately 2 kg less.It has a broad chest, strong shoulders, well-boned wide-set legs, a medium length tail carried low, and a broad head with a short muzzle; the ears fold over at the tips and are not cropped.
Breed Overview
Other name:Stafford,Staffy
Origin:United Kingdom
Height:14-16inches
Weight:13-17kgs
Coat:Smooth, short and close
colour:Red, fawn, white, black or blue, or any one of these colours with white, any shade of brindle or any shade of brindle with white.
Life Span:over 12years
7.Jack Russell Terrier
Jack Russells are an energetic breed that rely on a high level of exercise and stimulation. They are relatively free from any serious health complaints. Originating from dogs bred and used by the Reverend John Russell in the early 19th century, from whom the breed takes its name, the Jack Russell has similar origins to the modern Fox Terrier. It has gone through several changes over the years, corresponding to different use and breed standards set by kennel clubs.
Their high energy and drive make these dogs ideally suited to a number of different dog sports such as flyball or agility.Obedience classes are also recommended to potential owners. They have a tremendous amount of energy for their size,[50] a fact which can sometimes lead to trouble involving larger animals.They may seem never to tire and will still be energetic after their owner has called it a day. While socialised members of the breed are friendly towards children, they will not tolerate abuse even if it is unintentional.
Breed Overview
Other name:Jack Russell,JRT,Jack
Origin: England
Height:10–14inches
Weight:6–8kgs
Coat:smooth, broken and rough
colour: White, Piebald, Black & White, White & Tan
Life Span:13 – 16years
8.Border Collie
The Border Collie is considered a highly intelligent, extremely energetic, acrobatic and athletic dog. They frequently compete with great success in sheepdog trials and a range of dog sports like dog obedience, disc dog, herding and dog agility. They are one of the most intelligent dogs of all domestic dog breeds.Border Collies continue to be employed in their traditional work of herding livestock throughout the world and are kept as pets.
The border collie ranks 1st in Stanley Coren's The Intelligence of Dogs, being part of the top 10 brightest dogs. Although the primary role of the border collie is to herd livestock, the breed is becoming increasingly popular as a companion animal.
Breed Overview
Other name:Black & white Border Collie
Origin:Anglo-Scottish border
Height:19–22inches
Weight:14–20kgs
Coat:Smooth or rough double coat
colour: Solid coloured, bicoloured or tricoloured on blue merle, red merle, chocolate merle, liver, lilac merle, bear, chocolate, lilac, blue, sable merle, sable, shaded sable, chocolate sable, black, white, red, red and white, brindle or orange
Life Span:10 – 17years
9.Pug
From as early as the 16th century, Pugs have been popular in Europe, and now these loveable, little, and perhaps a little strange looking, dogs have won their way into the hearts of dog lovers everywhere. Originally from China, these strong-willed wrinkly little fur balls sometimes come with health problems, but fit in great with families, especially those with small children. They’re also great to curl up and take a nap with.
Breed Overview
Other name:Dutch bulldog
Origin: China
Height:10–13inches
Weight:6–8.5kgs
Coat: double-coated breed.
colour:silver, apricot, fawn and black.
Life Span:12 – 15years
10.chihuahua
Chihuahuas are the smallest breed recognized by some kennel clubs. Chihuahuas occur in virtually any color combination, from solid to marked or splashed,allowing for colors from solid black to solid white, spotted, sabled, or a variety of other colors and patterns. Colors and patterns can combine and affect each other, resulting in a very high degree of variation. Common colors are fawn, red, cream, chocolate, brown, mixed, white, and black. No color or pattern is considered more valuable than another.
