Dog breeds are certain types of dogs that have a distinctive appearance and
temper. Dog breeds can reveal a lot about size, appearance, and
canine personality Doing research to find out what breed of dog suits
your personality and lifestyle is essential. Dog breeds abound and you
You can always find a reputable dog breeder, but it is important that
understand the breed of dog you are interested in before going to the dog
breeder.
Size should be a factor when deciding what type of breed would be best.
for you. Naturally, if you live in a small house or apartment, a smaller dog
would be better, where as a larger dog would be more suitable with a large
yard or in the field.
There are different groups of dog breeds that consist of: Sports Dogs…
The hounds… The working dogs… The terriers… The toy pack… The non
Sports Dogs.
Sporting dogs were developed as hunting dogs. These include pointers,
Retrievers, Setters, Spaniels and others.
Hunting dogs were developed to hunt using sight (sight hounds) or smell (
hounds). These include the Beagle, Coonhound, Bloodhound, and others.
Working dogs were developed for a variety of jobs, including guarding.
property, tend cattle or pull wagons. These include Alaska
Malamute, Siberian Husky, Bernese Mountain Dog and others.
Terrier dogs were developed primarily to hunt vermin and rodents and to dig
pull them out of their burrows or burrows. These come in various sizes, from small
Cairn Terrier to the big Airedale Terrier.
Toy dogs are small companion breeds that include Toy Poodles,
Chihuahua, Toy Spaniels, Miniature Pinscher and others. The Toy Group Makeup
for their small size with their big personalities. These are very suitable for
elderly or disabled people, because they are easier to care for, since they eat
less and need less exercise. Small dog breeds are typically only ten inches or
less high on the shoulder. In most breeds, the male is slightly larger than the
the female, but the difference is generally small.
true reproduction.
Non-Sporting dogs that do not fit into any of the other groups are
usually larger than toy dogs. These include miniature poodles, Boston
Terrier, Bichon Frises and others.
For those who suffer from allergies, a Hypoallergenic dog is a breed that
You could allow them to have a pet in your home. Some breeds of dogs have been
considered hypoallergenic, such as the Yorkshire Terrier and the Afghan
Hound whose is the same pH as human hair, therefore it does not create any threat. Some
other good breed choices for those who have allergies are Soft-Coated
Wheaten Terrier… Bichon Frize… Shih Tzu… Bolognese… Poodle… Bearded…
Portuguese Water Dogs…Schnauzer…Maltese. These dogs shed very little
her hair. They do, however, produce dandruff, but the amount is so small that
very few people experience allergy symptoms when in contact with these breeds.
However, no canine is known to be completely 100% non-allergenic.
Hypoallergenic dog breeds are usually single-coated, non-shedding (or low-shedding).
sheds), and usually smaller dogs.
The top 5 registered dogs for 2007 with the AKC are:
*Labrador Retrievers
*Yorkshire Terrier
*German shepherd
* golden retriever
* Beagle
Breed types include bloodhounds, which are bred to hunt and work with humans; toys,
that they make great adult companions; and Terriers, which are excellent dogs for
training.
From cute to tough breeds, from toy dogs to working dogs, there are many
Different breeds of dogs for you to choose from.