The Cairn Terrier is a confident, relaxed yet focussed breed. This loyal, medium sized dog has a lot of appeal but needs good socialization and a close eye being kept on them around other animals. Their rounded head gives them an unusual look, complemented by their sturdy body. The Bull Terrier is tough, confident and charismatic. Active, fit and fun this dog is ideal for this type of home, but ill-suited to a sedentary indoor life. Border Collieīorder Collies bond strongly with their owners, and like to spend all of their time working with them outdoors. They are keen to hunt and unlikely to make friends with other family pets, but equally they’ll be charming your guests in no time at all. Often confused with the more popular Yorkie, the Biewer Terrier is a friendly little dog. They are protective, loyal and very strongly bonded to their handler. Praised as hard working police dogs and guard dogs, the Belgian Malinois is a gorgeous and intelligent dog. Unusually this small breed never barks like a dog, although they do make plenty of other noises. They are agile, athletic and hard working. The Basenji is a rare breed but a really fascinating dog. Driven, clever and focussed, this breed do best in working homes where they have active human company all day long. Their mottled fur is incredibly distinctive, and so is their temperament. The Australian Cattle Dog is commonly known as the Blue Heeler, named for their distinctive coat.
They shed a lot, and need plenty of coat care to stay in top condition. They range in size from toy to standard, and are all clever and always on the go. American Eskimo DogĪdorable American Eskimo dogs are loving and affectionate, with thick fluffy coats. Although they take up a lot of room, and need some serious coat care. They might look like a guard dog, but this breed is known for being friendly, playful and a very loving companion. The Malamute is a big, thick coated dog bred to pull sledges. However, the breed is known for being a little more reserved and uncomfortable with strangers. Neptune City, N.J.: TFH Publications.A Klee Kai looks an awful lot like a Mini Husky! They are a relatively modern breed, which was intended to shrink down the gorgeous Husky into a more manageable package. Wilcox, Bonnie Walkowicz, Chris (1995).Ramsbury, Marlborough: The Crowood Press Ltd. Sighthounds: their form, their function and their future. The dog: the most complete, illustrated, practical guide to dogs and their world. North Pomfret, VT: Trafalgar Square Publishing. Dogs: the ultimate dictionary of over 1,000 dog breeds. According to the Clube Português de Canicultura's breed standard states the Large stands 55 to 70 centimetres (22 to 28 in) at the withers and healthy adults weigh 20 to 30 kilograms (44 to 66 lb), the Medium stands 40 to 54 centimetres (16 to 21 in) at the withers and healthy adults weigh 16 to 20 kilograms (35 to 44 lb), and the Small stands 20 to 30 centimetres (7.9 to 11.8 in) at the withers and healthy adults weigh 4 to 6 kilograms (8.8 to 13.2 lb). The Portuguese Podengo is bred in three size varieties, the Large, Medium and Small (in Portuguese the Grande, Medio and Pequeno). (Pequeno: rabbits Medio: rabbits and wild boar Grande: deer and wild boar). Each size category traditionally hunts game appropriate to their size and temperament. When game is found, they kill and retrieve it, or flush it towards the hunter to be shot. Typically, the dogs hunt in a pack with their handler following.
Keen hunting dogs, the Podengo has an affinity for game regardless of size. Loyal and fearless, Podengos are also good house guards and are amenable to training by dog experienced people and those that enjoy primitive (unrefined, "less domesticated") dog behavior. In general, the breed is healthy the Pequeno (small) variety has an average lifespan of approximately 15–17 years.Īll Podengo types are hardy, intelligent and lively dogs, excelling at agility and making fine companions. The smooth coated variety is traditional, whereas the wire coated variety is an outcome of the assimilation of various other breeds during the 20th century. Their coats are either short and 'smooth', or longer and 'wired'. As a breed, the Podengo is divided into three size categories that are not interbred: small (Pequeno), medium (Médio) and large (Grande). The Portuguese Podengo, also known as the Podengo Português or Portuguese Warren Hound, is a hound (sight and scent) breed from Portugal.
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