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Would You Like To Know More About Dog Breeds?
Each year, more and more new dog breeds are added to the already growing list. Currently, the American Kennel Club, or AKC, recognizes over 150 different breeds and has seven different groups to categorize them. These groups include; sporting, working, toy, terrier, hound, herding, and non-sporting breeds.
The working category of breeds refers to those canines who aren't merely pets or companions for humans, but rather are working animals that are now or have been trained to perform certain tasks. The working breed category includes: border collie, boxer, german shepherd, great dane, labrador retriever, rottweiler, st. Bernard, siberian husky.
Terriers are a lively group of dogs that were originally bred for hunting small animals such as rabbits and foxes, with most types coming from the British Isles. This category includes some well known dog breeds such as: american pit bull, australian, boston, bull, cairn, fox, jack russell, rat, scottish, welsh, west highland.
Also called teacup or tiny, the Toy category features the smallest of dogs who generally weigh under 20 to 25 pounds and include: Bichon Frise, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Chihuahua, Dachshund, Havanese, Maltese, Papillon, Pekingese, Pomeranian, Pug, Shih Tzu, Toy and Miniature, Poodles, Yorkshire Terrier.
There are also categories that use other criteria to describe dogs, such as those that are considered hypoallergenic or non-shedding. Some of these include: Airedale, Basenji, Cairn, Kerry Blue, Norfolk, Tibetan, and Welsh Terriers; Chinese Crested, Poodle, Schnauzer
A growing number of 'designer dogs' that mix certain breeds are becoming popular. These include many dogs that are part Poodle:
- Labradoodle (Labrador and Poodle)
- Cockapoo (Cocker Spaniel and Poodle)
- Goldendoodle (Golden Retriever and Poodle)
- Maltipoo (Maltese and Poodle)
- Schnoodle (Schnauzer and Poodle)
Dog breeds may also be grouped by the size and weight of the dog.
- Toy breeds are 10 pounds or less.
- Small breeds are 10 to 25 pounds.
- Medium breeds are 25 to 50 pounds.
- Large breeds are 50 to 75 pounds.
- Extra large breeds are over 75 pounds.
While any dog can be trained to be good around children and toddlers, there are those who seem to have an extra affinity and tolerance for kids. And of course, any dog who is not trained or poorly socialized will not do well with children. Some of the breeds known for being good for families with children include:
- Basset Hound
- Bulldog
- Collie
- English Setter
- Golden Retriever
- Newfoundland
- Samoyed
- Standard Poodle
How to Choose the Right Dog Breed for You
There are many different variables to consider when trying to decide on the right breed of dog for you and your family. Before trying to pick which type of dog would do best in your home, ask yourself the following questions:
Training: All dogs require some type of Obedience Training and House Training, but some need a bit more work than others. Do you have the time and patience necessary to train certain types of dogs?
Size: Do you have the room in your home and yard to accommodate a dog, and if so, what size?
Exercise/walking requirements: Do you have the time and energy it takes to see that a dog has the proper amount of exercise they need to stay happy and healthy?
Grooming and shedding: Is anyone in your home allergic to animals? Do you have the resources and time to devote to grooming your dog on a regular basis?
About the Author
Alex Olson is an experienced journalist. Being interested in dogs, Dog Training and different breeds of dogs, she wrote higly popular articles on these topics.
IM GETTING A PUPPY PLEASE HELP!! THANKS SO MUCH!?
IM GETTING A PUUPY PLEASE HELP!!! THANKS SO MUCH <3?
im getting a dog and i have to drive 4 hours to pick him up. its a shi poo puppy. i have 2 questions.
first is what should i bring in the car? like a dog bed, toys, water etc? second question is i want to make sure this lady is legit. ive called references and i have talked to her serval times over the phone all seems perfect. everyone says good things and say she is amazing. she is not some " big time " breeder just a lady who breeds poodle and other dogs together. Maltipoo and shi poos cockapoos Etc. what ele can i do just to make sure everything is ok. its a long drive and im by myself!
HOW ELE SHOULD I MAKE SURE THAT THE LADY IS 100 PERCENT LEGIT AND EVERYTHING IS OK. IM JUST NERVOUS TO DRIVE FAR TO SOMEONES HOUSE I HAVE NEVER ACCTALLY MET
( JUST CALLED REFERSONCES AND TALKED ON THE PHONE ) thanks
1. the dogs were raised at her house
2. they come with starting shots, etc
3. she said she has been breeding for 17 years.
Sometimes the smaller breeders are some of the best. The big thing you can do to check a breeder is ask them several questions. My book suggests: Can you tell me about the history of the breed? (or in your case breeds), What are the breeds best and worst qualities?, Are you a member of any breed clubs?, How long have you been breeding this type of dog?, How often do you breed your dogs?, Can I see the puppy's parents?, Do you screen for hereditary diseases?, Are your puppies examined and vaccinated by a vet?, How do you socialize the puppies?, Do you provide a contract?, and Do you provide a guarantee? The first four are just to make sure they know what they are doing. The 5th (how often do you breed) is to check that they do not over work the dogs. For health you should not breed a female more often then once a season, though one that does well may do two in a row but needs a break after that. Also they should not breed before 2 years. The seeing the parents part is because if the parents have something wrong you don't want the pup, also if they are aggressive. The health ones are to check you are getting a healthy puppy. The socialization question is to help give you an idea of temperament. If it has been around people a lot it will be more of a family dog than one with little experience. The contract mostly shows that they are devoted to the dog. It is not necessary and if it is more complicated than requiring you spay or neuter don't bother with it. Lastly the guarantee is something like an assurance that if the dog shows signs of hereditary diseases that they will give you a new puppy or help with the vet bills if you wish to keep it. Once again not necessary but still good. These are just some questions you can ask the breeder to check them. As to bringing it home, probably a box or bed, some towels or bedding, a toy maybe a little food. Mostly just make sure it is comfortable.
My Cockapoo Mickey playing with his toy!
