Cairn Terrier Breed Introduction
The Cairn Terrier is a active, game, hardy, small working terrier of the short-legged class; very free in its movements, strongly but not heavily built and well furnished with hair giving a general foxy expression.
Here are the characteristics of the Cairn Terrier breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
The Cairn Terrier's Behavior
Recommended for: house pets
Bred to dig for prey, the Cairn Terrier breed has a strong instinctive drive to stay active, particularly to dig. Still, many people find Cairn Terriers are easy to train. They are excellent with children and make wonderful family dogs.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
Cairn Terrier Physical Characteristics
- Size: Height: males: 10 inches, females: 9½ inches; length: 14¼-15 inches
- Coat: Hard, all-weather overcoat over a short, soft undercoat.
- Color: any color except white.
- Nose: flesh or light-colored
- Tail: hairy but not feathery
Canaan Dog (Kelef K'naani) Breed Introduction
The Canaan Dog, also called the Kelef K'naani, is an ancient herding breed. Athletic and graceful the dog does not so much run as trot. The Canaan Dog breed's characteristic wedge-shaped ears are perhaps its most distinctive physical feature.
Here are the characteristics of the Canaan breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
Canaan’s Behavior
Recommended for: house pets
As a herding dog, Canaan Dogs are alert and vigilant. They are also devoted with family, though they may seem reserved around strangers. Many people consider the dogs to be easy to train. As herding dogs, Canaans are active and appreciate having plenty of space and things to do.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
Canaan Dog Physical Characteristics
- Size: males: 20-24 inches ; females: 19-23 inches
- Coat: Straight, harsh, flat outer coat over a straight, short, soft undercoat.
- Color: There are two color patterns: 1) predominantly white; 2) solid-colored with or without white trim.
- Eyes: Dark, almond-shaped, slightly slanted.
- Ears: medium to large, set moderately low, broad at the base, tapering to a very slightly rounded tip and standing straight up.
- Muzzle: Tapering to complete the wedge shape of the head. Length equal to or slightly longer than the length of the skull from the occiput to stop.
- Nose: dark or liver-colored, matching the coat color
- Tail: high-set
Cardigan Welsh Corgi Breed Introduction
The Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed is known for a “fox-like"appearance. Cardigan Welsh Corgis have a long, low body with upright ears. The Cardigan Welsh Corgi dog breed was developed to help Welsh farmers herd and guard livestock. Today, as sheepdogs, these Corgis are known for their agility.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi’s Behavior
Recommended for: house pets
The Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed is known as “a big dog in a small package”. Cardigan Welsh Corgis have proven themselves as great companion animals. They are competitive, active, athletic dogs.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi Physical Characteristics
- Size: male and female: 10.5 to 12.5 inches
- Coat: Never wiry, curly or silky overcoat over short, soft and thick undercoat.
- Color: All shades of red, sable; Black with or without tan; Blue merle (black and gray; marbled) with or without tan.
- Eyes: medium to large, not bulging, with dark rims.
- Ears: large and prominent and slightly rounded at the tip.
- Skull: wide and flat between the ears.
- Muzzle: rounded but not blunt; tapered but not pointed.
- Nose: black
- Tail: small-set
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Breed Introduction
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dog breed really is the dog breed of Kings, or at least one king. The breed was named for a favorite boyhood pet of King Charless II of England. The Cavalier King Charlies Spaniel is an active, graceful, well-balanced toy spaniel. Gentle, affectionate, and free-spirited, the dog is a lot of fun.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel’s Behavior
Recommended for: house pets
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dog breed is known as "the ultimate lap dog" because the dogs tend to be so affectionate. They crave human companionship. They do not do well if left alone for long. (Source: Wikipedia.)
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: 12-13 inches
- Coat: Silky, free of curls.
- Color: The breed has four recognized colors: Blenheim; Tricolor; Black and Tan; and Ruby.
- Eyes: Large, round, set well apart
- Ears: high-set
- Skull: Slightly rounded, but not domed or peaked
- Muzzle: slightly tapered
- Nose: black
- Tail: carried upward but not higher than the back
Chesapeake Bay Retriever Breed Introduction
The Chesapeake Bay Retriever (nickname: Chessie) is a playful outdoor dog on both land and water. Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are good protectors of a person's belongings against the theft.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever’s Behavior
Recommended for: hunting
As a sporting dog, Chesapeakes tend to be real nature-lovers. The Chesapeake Bay Retriever dog breed also tends to be playful. However, Chessies can also be a bit possessive. They like to be dominant and therefore do not like having more than one individual or family as their leader.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: Males: 23-26 inches; Females: 21-24 inches
- Coat: harsh outer coat over dense fine wooly undercoat
- Color: Brown
- Eyes: medium-large, very clear, yellowish or amber-colored and wide apart
- Ears: small and loose-hanging
- Skull: broad and round with a medium stop
- Muzzle: same length as the skull, tapered, pointed but not sharp
- Nose: medium-short
- Tail: medium-long, straight or slightly curved
Chihuahua Breed Introduction
The Chihuahua dog breed is considered graceful, alert, and swift-moving. Though Chihuahuas are little dogs, they're hardly meek. Chihuahua dogs are often considered to have a "saucy" expression with overall terrier-like qualities. The Chihuauhua breed's ultra-compact size has earned the nicknames "mini," "tiny toy," and "teacup." (source: Wikipedia)
Chihuahua’s Behavior
Recommended for: family pet
The Chihuahua breed is widely thought a good dog for children because of the dogs' size. For the same reason, Chihuahuas are thought suitable dogs to share an apartment with. The Chihuahua dog breed is also thought to be adaptable when it comes to living in different environments. (Source: Wikipedia.)
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
Chihuahua Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the Chihuahua breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: Weight: 6 pounds or less
- Coat: Short-coated dogs: smooth, soft-textured, close and glossy. Long-coated dogs: soft-texture and either flat or slightly curly
- Color: Any color, solid, marked or splashed
- Eyes: Full, but not protruding
- Ears: Large and standing straight up
- Skull: Well-rounded "apple dome" skull
- Muzzle: short, slightly pointed
- Nose: Self-colored in blond types, or black
- Tail: Long
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Chinese Crested
Chinese Crested Dog Breed Introduction
The Chinese Crested dog breed is a toy dog breed. Chinese Crested dogs tend to look graceful, elegant and fine-boned. Chinese Cresteds may have sacrificed durability for style, however. The Chinese Crested breed is generally not as rough-and-tumble as other dog breeds. Maintaining their skin is much like maintaining human skin. (Source: Wikipedia.)
The Chinese Crested’s Behavior
Recommended for: family pets
Chinese Cresteds are widely considered great family pets because of their captivating personalities. They are affectionate, energetic and playful. (Source: Wikipedia.)
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
Chinese Crested Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the Chinese Crested breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: 11-13 inches
- Coat: "Hairless" variety: soft and silky; "Powderpuff" variety: completely covered with a soft and silky coat of two layers of fur
- Color: Any color or combination of colors
- Eyes: Almond-shaped, set wide apart
- Ears: large and standing straight up
- Skull: arched gently over the occiput from ear to ear
- Muzzle: tapered cheeks
- Nose: dark in dark-colored dogs; may be lighter in lighter-colored dogs
- Tail: slender and tapered to a curve
Chinese Shar-Pei Breed Introduction
The Chinese Shar-Pei (sometimes written Chinese Sharpei) is certainly a unique-looking dog. The Chinese Shar-Pei dog breed's most extraordinary feature is deep wrinkles. Sharpeis also have short, stubby, legs, and a wide "hippo face."
The Chinese Shar-Pei’s Behavior
The Chinese Shar Pei breed is often considered independent, and may seem aloof with strangers. Shar-Peis often seem dedicated to their families. (Source: Wikipedia.)
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
Chinese Shar-Pei Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the Chinese Shar-Pei breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: 18-20 inches and 45-60 pounds
- Coat: extremely harsh coat of absolutely straight hairs
- Color: Only solid colors and sable.
- Eyes: Dark, small, almond-shaped and sunken
- Ears: extremely small, thick, triangular, rounded at the tips.
- Skull: flat and broad
- Muzzle: broad, "hippopotamus"-shape
- Nose: large, wide and darkly pigmented.
- Tail: high-set
Chow Chow Breed Introduction
The Chow Chow dog breed produces sturdy and upstanding-looking, squarely built, medium-sized dogs. Chow Chows' looks are certainly not deceiving: the Chow Chow breed is marked by strong muscular development and heavy bone.
Chow Chow’s Behavior
Recommended for: house pets
The Chow Chow breed tends to make for a great companion dog. However, many people think there are times that Chow Chows are difficult to train because they are willful and independent. Remember that the Chow Chow dog breed is a herding breed. Herding-breed dogs generally like lots of opportunities to get their paws dirty doing challenging tasks in the outdoors. (Source: Wikipedia.)
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
Chow Chow Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the Chow Chow breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: 17 to 20 inches
- Coat: Two types of coat: rough and smooth. Rough: abundant, dense, straight and off-standing overcoat over a soft, thick and wooly undercoat. Smooth: hard, dense, smooth overcoat over a well defined undercoat.
- Color: There are five color varieties: red, black, blue, cinnamon and cream.
- Eyes: dark brown, deep set, wide apart and almond-shaped.
- Ears: small, moderately thick, and triangular.
- Skull: broad and flat.
- Muzzle: broad and well filled out.
- Nose: large, broad and black with well-opened nostrils.
- Tail: high-set.
Clumber Spaniel Breed Introduction
The Clumber Spaniel breed is distinctive for the low and heavy-bodied look of the dogs. Their bones are heavy as other Spaniels tend to be. (Source: Wikipedia.)
Clumber Spaniel Behavior
Recommended for: house pets
The Clumber Spaniel is considered a gundog. However, Clumber Spaniels are not as fast as other gundogs, though they are good retrievers especially when trained. The Clumber Spaniel breed is widely characterized as gentle, loyal and affectionate, but standoffish with strangers. Clumber Spaniel dogs are said to be consistent in shedding, snoring, drooling after drinking water. Some also say the dogs have a tendency to raid kitchen counters, cabinets and even the refrigerator. (Source: Wikipedia.)
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
Clumber Spaniel Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the Clumber Spaniel breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: male: 8-20 inches; female: 17-19 inches
- Coat: dense, straight and flat and soft to the touch, not harsh.
- Color: white dog with lemon color or orange color marking.
- Eyes: dark amber-colored, large, "soft" expression, and deep set.
- Ears: broad on top with thick ear leather and triangular in shape with a rounded lower edge.
- Skull: flat with a pronounced occiput.
- Muzzle: broad and deep.
- Nose: large, square, and in shades brown, which include beige, rose and cherry.
- Tail: well feathered and set just below the line of back.
Cocker Spaniel Breed Introduction
The Cocker Spaniel dog breed is a member of the sporting group. It is widely believed that Cocker Spaniels need more medical attention than almost any other breed. The chief medical issue known is the Cocker Spaniel breed's eye problem.
Cocker Spaniel’s Behavior
Recommended for: family pet, showdog
The Cocker Spaniel dog breed is characterized as merry, outgoing and very willing to please. Cocker Spaniels are often considered "softer" dogs because they generally do not do well with tough training.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
Cocker Spaniel Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the Cocker Spaniel breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: male: 15 inches; female: 14 inches
- Coat: silky, flat or slightly wavy and of a texture which permits easy care.
- Color: There are three major color varieties: Black Variety, Any Solid Color Other than Black (ASCOB) and Parti-Color Variety.
- Eyes: Eyeballs are round and full.
- Ears: Lobular, long, of fine leather and well feathered.
- Skull: Rounded but not exaggerated
- Muzzle: broad and deep, with square even jaws.
- Nose: well developed nostrils
- Tail: set on and carried on a line with the topline of the back, or slightly higher.
Collie Breed Introduction
The Collie dog breed is known as a strong, responsive, active dog. Collies are said to stand naturally firm. The Collie breed is known for its black fur color. Indeed, the word "collie" comes from the Older Scots word for "black."
Collie’s Behavior
Recommended for: hunting, pets
The Collie breed is known for its hard-working qualities even compared with other working breed dogs. Collies always seem to want to have something to do. The Collie dog breed is generally considered friendly and not aggressive. (Source: Wikipedia.)
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
Collie Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the Collie breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: Height: male: 4 to 26 inches; female: 22 to 24 inches Weight: male: 60 to 75 pounds; female: 50 to 65 pounds
- Coat: straight and harsh overcoat over a soft, furry undercoat; the two layers are so close together that it is difficult to see the undercoat.
- Color: The four recognized colors are "Sable and White," "Tri-color," "Blue Merle" and "White."
- Eyes: almond-shaped, the eyes have a clear, bright appearance, expressing intelligent inquisitiveness.
- Ears: The ears are in proportion to the size of the head.
- Skull: flat, without receding either laterally or backward and the occipital bone is not highly peaked.
- Muzzle: well-rounded muzzle is blunt but not square.
- Nose: black
- Tail: moderately long
Curly-Coated Retriever Breed Introduction
The Curly-Coated Retriever breed is a hunting retriever breed that wears many hats according to its different abilities. Hard-working with plenty of endurance Curly-Coated Retrievers hate to stay still for long and love the outdoors. They were bred to retrieve both furry prey and fowl. The Curly-Coated Retriever dog breed was bred to endure and thrive in heavily covered land and icy waters. Even when Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are homebodies, they tend to look alert.
Here are the characteristics of the Curly-Coated Retriever breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
Curly-Coated Retriever’s Behavior
Recommended for: hunting
The Curly-Coated Retriever breed is a particularly hard-working working breed. Curly-Coated Retrievers will probably never be happy unless they have an outlet to get their paws dirty outside in physical activity. But though hard work is the specialty of the Curly-Coated Retriever dog breed, Curly-Coated Retriever dogs tend to be affectionate companion animals.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
Curly-Coated Retriever Physical Characteristics
- Size: 23-25 inches
- Coat: Mostly thick and covered in small, tight, crisp curls lying close to the skin. It is also a water-resistant all-weather coat. Above the neck and on the forelegs and feet, the coat tends to be smooth and straight.
- Color: Black or liver. There may be some white hairs, but not too many.
- Eyes: Almond-shaped, and moderately large.
- Ears: small and on a line slightly above the corner of the eye.
- Skull: Backskull, flat or nearly so.
- Muzzle: wedge-shaped.
- Nose: fully pigmented; black on black dogs, brown on liver dogs; large nostrils.
- Tail: Carried straight or fairly straight, never curled or carried on the back.
Dachshund (Teckel, Dackel, Wadenbeißer, Bassotto, Tacsko, Jamnik, Taksa) Dog Breed Introduction
The Dachshund dog breed is also known as the Teckel, Dackel, Wadenbeißer, Bassotto, Tacsko, Jamnik, or Taksa. Dachsunds are instantly recognizable by their chacteristic sausage-like bodies. But these dogs are no joke: their lithe bodies are perfect for burrowing down the holes of badgers and rabbits, which they were bred to hunt.
The Dachshund‘s Behavior
Recommended for: Family pets
The Dachshund breed's members are playful dogs. Dachshunds have a fondness for chasing small animals and birds. They are also known for their loyalty. The breed's barrel-like chest, which makes lungs unusually large, makes for a deep bark. (source:Wikipedia)
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
Dachshund’s Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the Dachshund breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: 16-32 pounds
- Coat: Smooth Dachshund: Short, smooth and shining; Wirehaired Dachshund: tight, short, thick, rough, hard, outer coat;finer, shorter undercoat; Longhaired Dachshund: sleek, glosssy, often slightly wavy hair is longer under the neck and on the forechest, the underside of the body, the ears, and behind the legs
- Color: red and black, tan
- Eyes: medium-sized, almond-shaped and dark-rimmed, very dark color
- Ears: set near the top of the head,moderate length, rounded
- Skull: slightly arched, slopes gradually with little perceptible stop into the muzzle
- Muzzle: slightly arched
- Nose: Black
- Tail: Set in continuation of the spine, extending without curves
Dalmatian (Dalmatinac) Dog Breed Introduction
The Dalmatian (also called Dalmatinac) dog breed is more than just the firefighters' best friend. Dalmations have a long history as coach dogs. Even today they love to remain active. Some may even say these fun-loving dogs are mischievous.
Dalmatian‘s Behavior
Recommended for: family pets
The Dalmatian breed tends to be very active and needs plenty of exercise. This is due to the breed's history as coach dogs. They are generally good with children, but may not be appropriate for toddlers because of their mischievous ways. (Source: Wikipedia)
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
Dalmatian’s Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the Dalmatian breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: 19-23 inches
- Coat: short, dense, fine and close-fitting
- Color: pure white with dense black spots for black-spotted dogs and liver brown spots for liver-spotted dogs
- Eyes: set moderately well apart, medium-sized, rounded
- Ears: proportionately wide at the base and gradually tapering to a rounded tip
- Skull: top of the skull is flat with a slight vertical furrow; about as wide as long
- Muzzle: stop is moderately well defined
- Nose: completely pigmented on the leather, black in black-spotted dogs and brown in liver-spotted dogs
- Tail: natural extension of the topline, tapering at the tip
Dandie Dinmont Terrier Dog Breed Introduction
The Dandie Dinmont Terrier dog breed is one of the few dog breeds named for a character in a work of literature, specifically a terrier-loving character in a novel by Sir Walter Scott. Like their fur, which is both hard and soft, Dandie Dinmont Terriers are both hard-working and affectionate.
The Dandie Dinmont Terrier‘s Behavior
Recommended for: Family pets
The Dandie Dinmont Terrier has been credited with intelligence, determination, independence, and reserve. The Dandie Dinmont Terrier is affectionate, though hard-working.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
Dandie Dinmont Terrier’s Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: 8-11 inches; 18-24 pounds
- Coat: mixture of about 2/3 hardish hair with about 1/3 soft hair
- Color: pepper or mustard-colored
- Eyes: large, round, set wide apart and low, dark hazel-colored
- Ears: set well back, wide apart and low on the skull, hanging close to the cheek, broad at the base, three to four inches long
- Skull: broad between the ears, gradually tapering toward the eyes, well-defined stop
- Muzzle: deep
- Nose: moderately large and black or dark colored
- Tail: 8 to 10 inches in length, thick at the root, scimitar-shaped
Doberman Pinscher (Dobermann) Dog Breed Introduction
The Doberman Pinscher, also called Dobermann, is a much misunderstood dog. In the US and Canada, where the movies and television tend to go rabid over real or imagined dangers, Doberman Pinschers are often targets of cruel and largely unfair race-libel. True, the Doberman Pinscher breed was developed as a guard-dog breed. Many Dobermanns still guard homes and businesses. Yet compared with the thousands of thousands of Dobermanns alive today, the number of attacks against humans are relatively quite small--far fewer than human-on-human attacks. It is even rarer for a Doberman Pinscher dog to attack without a perceived provocation.
The Doberman Pinscher‘s Behavior
Recommended for: guard dogs, watch dogs, or police dogs, home pets
The Doberman Pinscher is a good companion dog and can be good with children. Healthy, well-trained Dobermanns will almost never attack except when they feel themselves, their families, or their families' properties in danger. As with any guard-dog breed, you should of course take care to train these animals well, and to take special care with young children.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
Doberman Pinscher’s Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the Doberman Pinscher breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: Males: 26-28 inches, Females: 24-26 inches
- Coat: Smooth-haired, short, hard, thick and close
- Color: Black, red, blue, and fawn (Isabella variety)
- Eyes: almond-shaped, moderately deep-set
- Ears: carried straight up
- Skull: flat top, turning with slight stop to bridge of muzzle.
- Muzzle: deep
- Nose: solid black on black dogs, dark brown on red ones, dark gray on blue ones, dark tan on fawn-colored dogs
English Cocker Spaniel Dog Breed Introduction
The English Cocker Spaniel breed is known as an active, playful sporting dog breed. The dog is compactly built. English Cocker Spaniels were originally bred for hunting.
The English Cocker Spaniel‘s Behavior
Source: Wikipedia.
Recommended for: Family pets
English Cocker Spaniels are generally considered playful, affectionate, of even disposition, neither sluggish nor hyperactive, hard-working and faithful. The English Cocker Spaniel breed is widely thought easy to train and to make good pets.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
The English Cocker Spaniel’s Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the English Cocker Spaniel breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: males 16 to 17 inches; females 15 to 16 inches
- Coat: On head, short and fine; medium-long on body; flat or slightly wavy; silky
- Color: white appearing in combination with black, liver or red
- Eyes: medium-sized, full and slightly oval-shaped; set wide apart, dark brown
- Ears: Low-set, lying close to the head
- Skull: Arched and slightly flattened when seen both in profile and from the front
- Muzzle: Equal in length to skull; well cushioned
English Foxhound Dog Breed Introduction
The English Foxhound dog breed is the original of the two foxhound dog breeds. As a hunting breed, English Foxhounds enjoy staying physically active outdoors.
The English Foxhound‘s Behavior
Recommended for: Hunting, Family pets
The English Foxhound dog breed was originally a pack hound breed. For that reason, English foxhounds tend to get along well with other dogs. They also tend to enjoy human companionship, and get along with horses, children, and other pets. As a hunting breed, an English Foxhound dog usually needs outdoor time and plenty of physical activity.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
The English Foxhound’s Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the English Foxhound breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: 21-25 inches tall, and weighs anywhere between 65-75 pounds (Source: Wikipedia)
- Coat: short, dense, hard, and glossy
- Color: black, tan, and white, or any combination of these three
- Ears: set on low and lying close to the cheeks.
- Nose: long (4½ inches) and wide, with open nostrils
English Setter Dog Breed Introduction
The English Setter dog breed is an elegant, substantial and symmetrical-looking gun dog breed. The English Setter breed is distinctive for its flat, feathered coat.
English Setter‘s Behavior
Source: Wikipedia.
Recommended for: family pet, bird dog
The English Setter breed is widely considered to be friendly and good natured. Many people think that though English Setters have a happy-go-lucky attitude, they are very strong-willed and mischievous. As an active dog breed, English Setter dogs generally need plenty of exercise.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
English Setter’s Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the English Setter breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: Males: about 25 inches; females: about 24 inches
- Coat: Flat, no curl or wooliness
- Color: orange belton, blue belton (white with black markings), tricolor (blue belton with tan on muzzle, over the eyes and on the legs), lemon belton, liver belton. (Beltons are markings made from colored hairs intermingling with white hairs.)
- Eyes: dark brown, nearly round, fairly large, not deep-set or protruding. Dark, fully pigmented rims.
- Ears: set well back and low, medium-long, slightly rounded at the ends, covered with silky hair.
- Skull: oval when viewed from above, medium-wide, not coarse, and only slightly wider at the ears than at the brow
- Muzzle: long and square when viewed in profile
- Nose: black or dark brown, fully pigmented. Nostrils wide apart and large
- Tail: Tapered
English Springer Spaniel Dog Breed Introduction
The English Springer Spaniel breed is a medium-sized sporting dog breed. More specifically, the English Springer Spaniel dog breed is one of the gun dog breeds, like retrievers, setters, and pointers. All the gun dog breeds were originally developed to retrieve animals, usually birds, that hunters had shot down. To this day, English Springer Spaniels love to stay active, particularly when it comes to finding things.
English Springer Spaniel‘s Behavior
Source: Wikipedia.
Recommended for: family pet, hunting
The English Springer Spaniel breed is known as friendly, eager to please, quick to learn and open to training. Many people think English Springer Spaniels are particularly fond of human company. They tend to very strongly dislike being by themselves. If you leave your English Springer Spaniel alone in a room, he or she will likely follow you.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
The English Springer Spaniel’s Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the English Springer Spaniel breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: males: 20 inches; females: 19 inches
- Coat: medium-long, flat or wavy outer coat over a short, dense, under coat
- Color: Black or liver with white markings or predominantly white with black or liver markings; Blue or liver roan; Tricolor: black and white or liver and white with tan markings
- Eyes: medium size and oval in shape, set rather well-apart and fairly deep in their sockets
- Ears: long and fairly wide, hanging close to the cheeks
- Skull: medium-length and fairly broad, flat on top and slightly rounded at the sides and back.
- Muzzle: approximately the same length as the skull and one half the width of the skull
- Nose: fully-pigmented, liver or black, depending on the color of the coat, broad nostrils
English Toy Spaniel Dog Breed Introduction
The English Toy Spaniel dog breed is a distinctively squared-off looking toy dog breed. A short nose, domed head, and silky flowing coat complete English Toy Spaniels' distinctive appearance. The English Toy Spaniel breed is known for being playful and affectionate.
The English Toy Spaniel‘s Behavior
Source: Wikipedia.
Recommended for: pet
The English Toy Spaniel is a toy breed that is generally considered eager to please and easy to get along with.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
English Toy Spaniel’s Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the English Toy Spaniel breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: eight to fourteen pounds
- Coat: straight or only slightly wavy, silken, glossy-textured
- Color: The Blenheim variety: red and white; Prince Charles variety: pearly white and black; the King Charles variety: black and tan
- Eyes: Large, very dark brown or black with black rims
- Ears: Very long, set low and close to the head, fringed with heavy feathering
- Skull: High and domed; in profile, curves far out over the eyes
- Muzzle: Very short, with the nose well laid back and with well developed cushioning under the eyes
- Nose: Large and jet black, with large, wide open nostrils
Field Spaniel Breed Introduction
The Field Spaniel dog breed is known as a combination of substance and style. Field Spaniels are generally active with great endurance. The Field Spaniel breed was developed to work in heavily covered ground and in water. Free-moving and elegant, many think Field Spaniel dogs look a bit proud.
Field Spaniel’s Behavior
Source: Wikipedia.
Recommended for: hunting, pet
Generally speaking, the Field Spaniel breed is characterized as unusually docile, sensitive, playful, and independent. Though they may seem a little shy at first, they greatly enjoy human companionship in general.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
Field Spaniel Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the Field Spaniel breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: Males: 18 inches; Females: 17 inches
- Coat: Moderately long, flat or slightly wavy, silky, glossy, dense and water-repellent.
- Color: Black, liver, golden liver, sometimes with bits of white.
- Eyes: Almond-shaped, medium-sized; moderately wide-set, deep, dark hazel to dark brown.
- Ears: Moderately long and wide
- Skull: Slightly wider at the back than at the brow, slightly arched from side to side.
- Muzzle: Long and lean.
- Nose and tail: Large, brown or black according to the coat color.
Finnish Spitz Breed Introduction
The Finnish Spitz breed is known for generally producing great companion animals. Finnish Spitzes tend to be loyal and protective. Unfortunately for some people, their protectiveness tends to take the form of barking at anything unusual, a tendency they have to be trained to overcome. As a "bark" pointer breed, generations of Finnish Spitz dogs were bred for their ability to locate hunted animals and bark.
The Finnish Spitz's Behavior
Source: Wikipedia.
Recommended for: pet
The Finnish Spitz breed is generally considered a good companion dog, loyal and protective. The breed is known for getting along quite well with children. Finnish Spitzes are still widely used as hunting dogs in Finland, though they are primarily house pets everywhere else. As a "bark pointer" breed developed for barking abilities, Finnish Spitz dogs need to be trained out of the tendency to bark.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
The Finnish Spitz‘s Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the Finnish Spitz breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: Males 17-20 inches; females 15 1/2-18 inches
- Coat: harsh, straight overcoat over a short, soft, thick undercoat
- Color: golden red, possibly with white markings
- Eyes: almond-shaped with black rims, moderately spaced.
- Ears: high-set, small, and standing straight up
- Skull: "fox-like"
- Muzzle: narrow
- Nose: black
Flat-Coated Retriever Breed Introduction
The Flat-Coated Retriever breed is known for generally producing great companion animals. Flat-Coated Retrieveres tend to be loyal and protective. Unfortunately for some people, their protectiveness tends to take the form of barking at anything unusual, a tendency they have to be trained to overcome. As a "bark" pointer breed, generations of Flat-Coated Retriever dogs were bred for their ability to locate hunted animals and bark.
The Flat-Coated Retriever's Behavior
Source: Wikipedia.
Recommended for: pet
The Flat-Coated Retriever breed is generally considered outgoing and friendly, yet devoted to family. Flat-Coated Retriever dogs tend to be quite versatile as hunting dogs, working well on land and water and in a variety of tasks. As a hunting dog breed, Flat-Coated Retrievers need outdoor time and opportunities for physical activity.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
The Flat-Coated Retriever‘s Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the Flat-Coated Retriever breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: Males 23 to 24½ inches; females 22 to 23½ inches
- Coat: shiny, straight and flat or slightly wavy; all-weather
- Color: solid black or liver-color
- Eyes: medium-sized, almond-shaped, dark brown or hazel, spaced wide apart.
- Ears: relatively small, close to the side of the head, thickly feathered
- Skull: flat skull, moderately broad, flat cheeks
- Muzzle: long, deep; nearly as long and broad as the skull
- Nose: black
French Bulldog Breed Introduction
The French Bulldog breed is arguably one of the least bulldog-like of all the bulldog breeds. This small-medium-sized breed resulted from the cross-breeding of the English bulldog and the Toy Bulldog breeds. With distinctive forward-pointing ears, these little bulldogs are certainly unique-looking.
The French Bulldog's Behavior
Source: Wikipedia.
Recommended for: pet
The French Bulldog breed is generally considered gentle and playful. French Bulldogs tend to get along well with humans. They are also said not to bark much. Though much less like a typical fighting dog than other bulldog breeds, French bulldogs should still be trained in interacting well with small children and small animals.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
The French Bulldog‘s Physical Characteristics
Here are some of the characteristics of the French Bulldog breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: 28 pounds or less
- Coat: somewhat fine, shiny, short, and smooth; also, soft and loose skin forming wrinkles at the head and shoulders
- Color: brindle, fawn, white, brindle and white, and other colors, except solid black, black and tan, mouse, liver, or black and white.
- Eyes: dark-colored (sometimes lighter in light-colored dogs), wide apart, rounded, and low on the skull far from the ears.
- Ears: "bat ears:" broad at the base, rounded at top, set high on the head, carried straight up and pointed frontward
- Skull: large and square, flat between the ears, with a slightly rounded forehead
- Muzzle: broad, deep, and laid back
- Nose: black
German Pinscher Dog Breed Introduction
The German Pinscher breed is medium-sized and short-coated. German Pinscher dogs' square muscular frames attest to their endurance and agility. German Pinschers are also known for being energetic, watchful, alert, agile, fearless, determined, and loyal. They are both watch dogs and companions.
German Pinscher‘s Behavior
Recommended for: watchdog, companion dog
German Pinschers tend to be loyal to their families, but more watchful of strangers. The German Pinscher dog breed is said to be less prone to barking.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
German Pinscher’s Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the German Pinscher breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: 17 - 20 inches
- Coat: Short and dense, smooth, close, shiny, covering the body without any bald spots
- Color: fawn, red, black and blues with red/tan markings
- Eyes: medium-size, dark, oval-shaped and not bulging
- Ears: high-set, symmetrical, V-shaped with a folding pleat, or small and carried evenly upright.
- Skull: flat
- Muzzle: parallel to and as long as the topskull, with a blunt wedge-shaped end
- Nose: black
- Tail: carried upward
German Shepherd Dog Breed Introduction
The German Shepherd Dog breed is known as being strong, agile, well muscled, alert and energetic. One notable feature of German Shepherd Dogs' appearance is that their bodies tend to have more curves than angles.
German Shepherd Dog‘s Behavior
Recommended for: companion, watchdog, blind leader, herding dog, or guardian
The German Shepherd Dog is often thought to seem self-confident and not overly outgoing. In behavior, German Shepherds tend to be both hard-working and adaptable.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
German Shepherd Dog’s Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the German Shepherd Dog breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: males: 24 to 26 inches; females: 22 to 24 inches
- Coat: medium-long; outer coat of wavy, often wiry hair over an a coat of dense, straight, harsh and close-to-the-body hairs.
- Color: varies
- Eyes: medium-sized, almond-shaped, set a little obliquely and not protruding, very dark
- Ears: pointed, in proportion to the skull, open toward the front, and carried straight up when at attention
- Skull: sloped
- Muzzle: long
- Nose: black
- Tail: bushy
The German Shepherd Handbook
German Shorthaired Pointer
German Shorthaired Pointer Dog Breed Introduction
The German Shorthaired Pointer is a dog of many hats capable of adapting to different environemtns. The German Shorthaired Pointer breed was originally developed as a gun dog for both filed and water retrieval. Widely viewed as lean, athletic, and responsive these affectionate dogs are popular with active families.
Here are the characteristics of the German Shorthaired Pointer Dog breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
The German Shorthaired Pointer‘s Behavior
Recommended for: hunting, companion
Eager to please without being fidgety, and hard-working. As a herding breed, German Shorthaired Pointers will generally need plenty of outdoor time and opportunities for challenging physical activities.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
German Shorthaired Pointer‘s Physical Characteristics
- Size: males: 23 to 25 inches; females: 21 to 23 inches
- Coat: short, thick, tough-textured
- Color: solid liver-colored or liver-colored with white
- Eyes: medium size, almond shaped, dark brown
- Ears: broad and high-set
- Skull: broad, arched on the side and slightly rounded on top
- Muzzle: long
- Nose: brown with broad nostrils
- Tail: high-set and firm
German Wirehaired Pointer Dog Breed
The German Wirehaired Pointer is a muscular hunting dog. This medium sized dog breed has a distinctive appearance, especially its wiry all-weather coat. German Wirehaired Pointers are energetic outdoor lovers.
The German Wirehaired Pointer‘s Behavior
Source: Wikipedia
Recommended for: family dog
The German Wirehaired Pointer may sometimes seem aloof but is still usually friendly toward strangers. Many people find German Wirehaired Pointers to be eager to please.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
German Wirehaired Pointer‘s Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the German Wirehaired Pointer Dog breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: males: 24 to 26 inches; females: smaller but no less than 22 inches
- Coat: all-weather and somewhat water-repellent, market by an outer coat of straight, harsh, wiry and flat-lying hairs one to two inches long
- Color: liver-colored and white
- Eyes: brown, medium-sized, oval
- Ears: rounded and hanging close to the head
- Skull: broad
- Muzzle: fairly long
- Nose: dark brown with nostrils wide open
- Tail: set high
Giant Schnauzer Dog Breed Introduction
The Giant Schnauzer looks like a larger, more powerful version of the Standard Schnauzer. The Giant Schnauzer dog breed is a hard-working working bred with plenty of endurance. Giant Schauzers are widely believed to be easy to train.
Giant Schnauzer‘s Behavior
Recommended for: family dog, working dog
The Giant Schnauzer is so big that they training this dog may take a big personality, and possibly even a professional trainer or handler. As an active breed of dog, Giant Schnauzer dogs need even more exercise than the average working dog. (Source: Wikipedia.)
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
Giant Schnauzer‘s Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the Giant Schnauzer Dog breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: 25½ to 27½ inches; females: 23½ to 25½ inches
- Coat: Hard, wiry, very dense outer coat over a soft undercoat
- Color: Solid black or pepper and salt
- Eyes: Medium-sized, dark brown, and deep-set, oval
- Skull: Moderately broad between the ears. Top of skull flat; skin unwrinkled
- Muzzle: Strong and well filled under the eyes; both parallel and equal in length to the topskull; ending in a moderately blunt wedge
- Nose: large, black, and full
- Tail: set moderately high and carried high when excited
Glen of Imaal Terrier Dog Breed Introduction
The Glen of Imaal Terrier has a distinctive head with rose or half-prick ears and a unique stance.
Glen of Imaal Terrier‘s Behavior
Recommended for: proficient in hunting badger and fox
Glen of Imaal Terriers are widely considered less easily excited than other terriers and always ready to go on the chase. The breed is also considered active, and agile. As a hunting breed, these dogs need their outdoor time and exercise.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
Glen of Imaal Terrier‘s Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the Glen of Imaal Terrier breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: 14 inches; approximately 35 pounds, females somewhat less
- Coat: Medium-long, harsh-textured with a soft undercoat
- Color: Wheaten, blue or brindle
- Eyes: Brown, medium-sized, round and set well apart
- Ears: Small, set wide apart and well back on the top outer edge of the skull
- Skull: Broad and slightly domed; tapered.
- Muzzle: tapered
- Nose: Black.
- Tail: Docked to approximately half-length
Golden Retriever Dog Breed Introduction
The Golden Retriever breed is primarily a hunting dog breed. Active, alert, and self-confident, these strong animals love the outdoors.
Golden Retriever‘s Behavior
Source: Wikipedia.
Recommended for: family dogs, guide dogs
The Golden Retriever breed is known as being friendly, reliable, and trustworthy. Golden Retrievers generally show little hostility towards other dogs or people in normal situations. They are widely considered affectionate and especially good with children.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
Golden Retriever‘s Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the Golden Retriever breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: Males 23-24 inches; females 21½-22½ inches
- Coat: Dense and water-repellent
- Color: golden
- Eyes: medium large with dark, close-fitting rims, set well apart.
- Ears: short
- Skull: Broad, slightly arched
- Muzzle: straight in profile
- Nose: black or brownish black
Golden Retriever Care and Training
Gordon Setter
Gordon Setter Dog Breed Introduction
The Gordon Setter breed is primarily a hunting dog breed. Specifically, the Gordon Setter dog breed is a "gun dog" breed. That is, the dogs were bred to retrieve animals, usually birds, that had been shot down by hunters. Active, alert, and self-confident, these strong animals love the outdoors.
The Gordon Setter‘s Behavior
Source: Wikipedia.
Recommended for: pet; not recommended for small children
Gordon Setters were bred to retrieve objects from enclosed spaces during hunting, and that is still their primary special skill. Many people say that the Gordon Setter dog breed does not lend itself way to traditional obedience training. Gordon Setter dogs are also known for lazing around for hours on end, but that's not the whole story. They love the outdoors and need some physical activity. The dogs are affectionate and playful, even boisterous. The Gordon Setter breed may not be best for small children since sometimes these excitable animals don't know their own size.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
The Gordon Setter‘s Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the Gordon Setter breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: Males 24-27 inches, 55-80 pounds; females 23-26 inches, 45-70 pounds
- Coat: Dense and water-repellent
- Color: golden
- Eyes: oval, dark brown.
- Ears: low-set on a line with the eyes, large and thin, folded, carried close to head
- Skull: rounded, broadest between ears
- Muzzle: long, not pointed
- Nose: broad, black
Great Dane Breed Introduction
The Great Dane breed is as lovable as it is big. Despite their great size and their original purpose of hunting large boar, Great Danes are quiet and delicate, and have been called "Gentle Giant." The Great Dane dog breed is a hunting breed developed in--no, not Denmark--Germany. The breed's name is one of dogdom's enduring mysteries. In French and German, the breed is simply called "German mastiff."
The Great Dane's Behavior
Source: Wikipedia.
Recommended for: pet
The Great Dane breed is widely considered protective and loyal, gentle and delicate without being timid. Great Danes are thought generally easy to train and not requiring great maintenance. The Great Dane dog breed is a hunting breed and as such needs plenty of outdoor time and physical activity.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
The Great Dane‘s Physical Characteristics
Here are the characteristics of the Great Dane breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: Males 30+ inches; females 28+ inches
- Coat: short, thick, smooth, glossy
- Color: brindle, fawn, blue, black, harlequin, mantle
- Eyes: medium-sized, deep-set, dark.
- Ears: high-set, medium-sized, moderately thick, folded forward
- Skull: rectangular, long
- Muzzle: long, not pointed
- Nose: black, except in the blue Danes, which have dark blue-black noses
Great Dane Training
Great Pyrenees
Great Pyrenees (Pyrenean Mountain Dog) Breed Introduction
The Great Pyrenees (also called the Pyrenean Mountain Dog ) breed is a large, wonderfully white and furry dog breed. According to Wikipedia, Great Pyrenees dogs tend to look very much like Landseer Newfoundland dogs, especially if the Pyrenean has dark patches. As a large, active animal, Great Pyrenees dogs definitely their space, including plenty of outdoor time.
The Great Pyrenees's Behavior
Source: Wikipedia.
Recommended for: pet
The Great Pyrenees breed is generally considered quite active, and as a large herding breed, needs plenty of outdoor time. A Great Pyrenees dog's bark is said to be "booming." Bred over millennia to guard sheep, a Great Pyrenees can tend to be a bit protective and even territorial.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
The Great Pyrenees‘s Physical Characteristics
Here are some of the characteristics of the Great Pyrenees breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: Males: 27-32 inches; Females: 25-29 inches
- Coat: all-weather overcoat of coarse, straight or slightly undulating hairs over a dense, fine, wooly undercoat.
- Color: white, possibly with gray, badger, red-brown, or tan markings.
- Eyes: medium-sized, almond-shaped, rich dark brown, with close-fitting eyelids and black rims.
- Ears: small-to-medium-sized V-shaped ears rounded at the tips, carried low, flat, and close to the head
- Skull: equally wide and long, with flat cheeks
- Muzzle: roughly as long as the back skull
- Nose: black
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Breed Introduction
The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog (also called the Large Swiss Mountain Dog) breed is a breed of large dogs. One of the most ancient European dog breeds, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed's roots may extend all the way back to the time of the Phoenicians. They are hard-working animals that once even worked as draft animals for their Swiss masters. Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs tend to be protective of their families.
The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog's Behavior
Source: Wikipedia.
Recommended for: pet
The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed is known as protective and nurturing. As large dogs bred to thrive in the Swiss mountains, they need plenty of outdoor time. Many people also believe that Swiss Mountain Dogs demand more attention from their families.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog's Physical Characteristics
Here are some of the characteristics of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: Males: 25 1/2-28 1/2 inches; Females: 23 1/2-27 inches
- Coat: usually double coat with a dense upper layer.
- Color: black, possibly with rust-color or white markings.
- Eyes: medium-sized, almond-shaped, brown.
- Ears: medium-sized, high-set, triangular
- Skull: flat and broad
- Muzzle: large, blunt, straight, not pointed
- Nose: black
Greyhound Breed Introduction
The Greyhound (also called the English Greyhound) breed is one of the world's fastest dog breeds. For the thousands of families that have adopted them, Greyhounds have generally proven great family pets. Just to make sure to keep these dogs on a leash--if a Greyhound dog runs away, you won't catch him!
The Greyhound's Behavior
Source: Wikipedia.
Recommended for: pet
The Greyhound breed is one of the fastest dog breeds. Yet they are not marathon runners, merely sprinters. Greyhounds need a good walk or short run everyday. But too much exercise can cause a Greyhound to lose an unhealthy amount of weight, so endurance activities are not recommended. Greyhounds are said to be less territorial than most dogs. They are also said to get along better with children and other animals than most dogs. Lacking an undercoat, Greyhound dogs often pose less of an irritation to dog-allergy sufferers.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
The Greyhound's Physical Characteristics
Here are some of the characteristics of the Greyhound breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
- Size: Males: 65-70 pounds; Females: 60-65 pounds
- Coat: short and smooth
- Color: any
- Eyes: dark, bright
- Ears: small, fine-textured, folded
- Skull: long and narrow, wide between the ears
- Muzzle: large, blunt, straight, not pointed
- Nose: black
- Tail: long, fine, tapered
