Dog breeds for hunting
Although here at AnimalWised we are not supporters of hunting, the truth is, there are many breeds of dogs that have a deep hunting history. These dogs, due to their original incorporation into this activity, today have specific developed behaviors and instincts. Whether it is for a trail, sample or vent, below we will show you the most popular hunting dog breeds. In addition, we will be discovering everything you need to know about these hunting dog breeds.
Once you have informed yourself about the best hunting dog breeds, we recommend exploring their required training, care, dietary habits and general requirements. Remember that most hunter dogs have a high need for exercise, therefore, it is essential to take this into account before choosing to adopt one.
Once you have informed yourself about the best hunting dog breeds, we recommend exploring their required training, care, dietary habits and general requirements. Remember that most hunter dogs have a high need for exercise, therefore, it is essential to take this into account before choosing to adopt one.
44 breeds
As their name indicates, Polish hounds are an ancient dog breed from Poland. They are also known as Ogar Polski. This is another of the hound dog breeds that were developed in different countries to accompany humans in hunting activities. This does not mean they cannot be excellent companion dogs. If...
The Jack Russell Terrier breed was developed in the United Kingdom, and it descends from the dogs bred by the Reverend John Russell in the early 19th Century. Driven by his love of fox hunter and his devotion to terrier dogs, the reverend decided to cross different dogs: the result were this breed and the...
The West Highland White Terrier or Westy, is a small and friendly dog, but crude and brave at the same time. Developed as a hunter dog, nowadays they are one of the best pets in existence. This breed comes from Scotland, more specifically Argyll, and is characterized by their bright white hair. They appeared...
Border terriers are lovely dogs. Its somewhat rustic appearance and excellent character make this terrier an ideal pet. If socialized correctly with the right amount of dedicated time, a border terrier will be obedient and easy to manage. A border terrier is usually very affectionate with children.
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The Chow-Chow dog is probably one of the most popular dog breeds from China. In northern China they are referred to as “Songshi-Quan”, which means “puffy-lion dog”. Although they are known for their beautiful and puffy coat, their most distinctive feature is the color of their tongue, which is blue.
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The shar pei is a very peculiar breed of dog, known worldwide for its wrinkles and body shape. From both Chinese and American origin, this dog is popular and appreciated in many regions and in some places is considered as a symbol of social status.
In this AnimalWised breed file we will go everything...
The smooth-haired fox terrier is an active and energetic dog. It is a hunter of small stature with enormous personality. This dog is considered to be a great pet. However, it is also a special dog that needs a lot of physical activity, therefore it is not suitable for any type of family.
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The American Staffordshire Terrier or Amstaff, is a dog originally from the English region of Staffordshire. Among their ancestors we find the English bulldog, the black and tan terrier, the fox terrier or the white English terrier. Later, this breed was popularized in the USA, where they developed a heavier...
The Basset Hound belongs the hound group and comes from San Hubert in France, where a noble hunting enthusiast chose this breed for his private hunts. The popularity of this breed for hunting soon spread throughout the country to finally reach Britain. Once in England the breeding of this dog continued...
The Labrador Retriever is one of the most beloved dog breeds in the world, and also one of the most popular in numbers. It's also known as "Labrador" or simply "Lab". This breed originated in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador, in Canada. These dogs are noble, beautiful and highly intelligent, and they...
The Afghan hound is a dog from Afghanistan. It is considered a very special breed by those who have had one. Its combination of personality, energy and physical appearance make this dog a unique and special specimen. It is believed that it descends from the Saluki, an Iranian dog with similar characteristics.
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The Akita Inu is a canine breed from Japan, Asia. This breed is considered as a national treasure to its people. This breed has been an object of veneration for its country. In Japan, Akita Inus symbolize good health, prosperity and good fortune. Hachiko, is an Akita Inu famously remembered for his loyalty...
The Vizsla, or hungarian pointer, is a dog that has excelled in hunting for years. Fortunately, nowadays, it is a dog that stands out for all kinds of activities and exercises. Its fine nose and great fondness for water makes this dog an excellent companion for dynamic and active people.
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The Airedale Terrier is one of the largest Terrier breeds, well-known because of their fame as fearless and hard-working dogs. At first glance they can look like giant, black and tan Fox Terriers, but in fact the differences between the two breeds go beyond size and coat color.
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The Irish red setter, also known simply as an Irish setter, is considered one of the most beautiful and glamorous dogs. This is mainly due to its slender figure and its silky reddish fur.
Although originally a hunting dog, its undeniable beauty has gained it popularity among dog shows and canine enthusiasts.
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The English pointer is one of the best-known hunting dogs. Their image is so intimately associated with hunting that for many it is impossible to imagine them in another facet, even though they also make excellent pets.
They are often simply called pointer, leaving their nationality aside.
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The American Akita is a variant of Akita Inu from the northern and mountainous regions of Japan. The American strain of this breed is known simply as the akita. This variant of the breed appears in all kinds of colors unlike the Japanese akita. This breed is commonly known for being very resistant to...
The origin of the Beagle dates back to around 5th century BC. When Xenophon, who in his Treatise on hunting with dogs, refers to a hound that might well be the first Beagle. The beagle was selectively bred to produce the tiny "pocket beagle" or "glove beagle", favored by royalty from as early as the 13th...
Dachshunds are famous and charismatic dogs which originate from Germany. In English dachshund means ‘‘badger dog’’. This name makes reference to the original function of this as dog a badger hunter. Dachshunds are also known in German as as teckel or dackel.
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The Spanish Greyhound or Galgo Español is a tall, slender and strong dog originally bred to hunt hares. They are similar to English Greyhounds, but the trained eye can spot several differences.
While the Spanish Greyhound is not yet popular outside of Spain, more and more people have started to adopt them...
The whippet is one of the lightest greyhounds, a reduced size compared to other greyhounds. This dog looks like a greyhound but smaller, and it was formerly used as a hunting or racing dog. Of British origin, the whippet is a really popular dog, generally because of its slender and elegant appearance....
The Norfolk terrier is a small, friendly and very active dog. This breed is a hunter by nature. The Norfolk terrier is a close relative of the Norwich terrier. This breed used to be a worker dog but is now known as an excellent companion dog.
The greyhound or English greyhound is the fastest dog in the world, able to reach speeds of up to 65 kilometers per hour. This in fact makes it one of the fastest animals in the world. This breed are therefore the most favourite greyhound breed for greyhound races that are still currently held. This...
German shorthaired pointers are multifunctional hunting dogs. They are able to perform tasks such as collection and tracking. That is why they are very popular among hunters.
Despite a somewhat unknown origin, we do known they are very intelligent and loyal dogs. This breed needs a large dose of daily...
The Cane Corso or Italian mastiff is undoubtedly, together with the Neapolitan mastiff, one of the most impressive Italian dog breeds. Its name derives from the Latin " cohors ", which means "protector, guardian of the farmyard".
If you are thinking about adopting a cane corso, it will be fundamental to...
The English Cocker Spaniel is a very intelligent, playful and sociable dog. They feel a lot of attachment for their human family and need to always be with them to feel good. This makes them susceptible to separation anxiety. This does not mean that we can never leave them alone, but if you do not have...
The poodle is one of the most well-known dogs in the world, due to their elegance, intelligence and balanced character. According to the International Cynological Federation (FCI), poodle dogs are classified into four varieties according to their size: toy, miniature, medium and standard. However, other cynological...
Kai Ken are almost mythical dogs. So much so, they bear the nickname Tora Inu in their native land of Japan. This means 'Tiger Dog' and, like it's nickname-sake, they have an ancient air about them. It is a regality which can be seen in both physicality and temperament. While it originates from Honshu,...
The Black Mouth Cur, also known as the Southern Cur, Southern Black Mouth cur or Yellow Black Mouth Cur, is a breed of dog from the southeastern United States. Since their origin, they have been used as a hunting and guard dog, although they are becoming increasingly kept as companion animals. They can become...
The Pharaoh Hound or Kelb tal-Fenek is a medium-sized, short-haired dog breed characterized by its elegant and athletic stance. It is a hunting dog that originally came from the island of Malta. Today, it is even considered the Maltese national breed. In spite of its lack of widespread distribution, the...
Otterhounds are dogs with two very special characteristics: they are excellent swimmers and have an exceptional sense of smell. Because of these peculiarities, they were originally used as dogs for hunting otters. Nowadays, however, this activity is prohibited, so their numbers have decreased to the point...
The Irish Water Spaniel is a very peculiar dog breed that stands out for two unique characteristics. Firstly its distinct curly hair and secondly idiosyncratic ‘rat tail’. They are very resilient and hard-working dogs which have traditionally been used as retrievers and hunting dogs. However, they are also...
The American English Coonhound dog originated in the United States after the introduction by settlers of hunting dogs on the continent. The breed arose when trying to find a dog that was used to hunt raccoons at night and foxes during the day. In addition to their great hunting skills, the American...
The Finnish Spitz is a lively nordic dog breed with a curled up tail and a fox-like faced. These dogs make great companion dogs thanks to their intelligence and friendly character.
In this AnimalWised breed sheet we're going to tell you everything you need to know about the Finnish Spitz breed. You'll...
The Bloodhound, also known as St. Hubert's dog, is originally from Belgium. This dog breed is one of the oldest breeds in the world and are known for being very good guardians and companions.
If you're thinking of adopting a Bloodhound, keep reading this AnimalWised breed sheet. We'll go through their...
Dandie Dinmont Terriers are cute, small and friendly dogs. They're part of the Terrier family as they are a mix from the Bedlington Terrier and Skye Terrier. If you're thinking of adopting one of these dogs, you've come to the perfect place!
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The English Springer Spaniel dog is a smart and active dog from the Spaniel family. These dogs are perfect for active families that live in a house or large apartment. English Springer Spaniels will be very loyal and affectionate with their families. If you're thinking about adopting an English Springer...
The Brittany Spaniel is a french dog from Brittany, France. They were originally hunting dogs but nowadays they make a loving dog companion for active families. They are also considered excellent in canine sports.
In this AnimalWised breed file, we are going to go through this breed so that you can...
Hovawart dogs are known for being energetic, well-tempered, loyal dogs that are perfect for families with children. These medium-large dogs even get along with other pets and make great watchdogs.
If you're interested in adopting a Hovawart dog, keep reading this AnimalWised breed sheet where we go...
The Bedlington terrier is one of the oldest breeds in all of Britain. They are charismatic and highly valued by English hunters and miners centuries ago. This dog breed is a mix between Poodles and Whippets, as well as Dandies Dinmont terriers. Some say that Bedlington terriers are like miniature sheep, as their...
The Skye terrier is a very striking dog. They're small, with an elongated body and a lush, long coat. This dog is one of the least common of terriers and undoubtedly one of the most elegant breeds of dog. Their most notable feature are their long ears covered in long smooth straight hair. In the past,...
The Spanish Sighthound, also known as the Galgo Español, is an ancient breed part of the Sighthound family. They are thought to be a descendants of the English Greyhound. Breeders have cross-bred Spanish Sighthounds and Greyhounds in order to produce faster and stronger Galgos. This is due to their famous...
Originally from Central Africa, the Basenji is one of the oldest extant dog breeds. They are intelligent dogs with a balanced temperament. They also have two peculiar characteristics: they never bark and the females get into heat only once a year. Although they don't bark, this does not mean that the Basenji...
The Golden Retriever originates from the United Kingdom, more specifically from Scotland. They were born around 1850 in a search for a hunter dog that was able not to hurt the prey. That is why we observe hunting and tracking skills in the beautiful golden retriever.
They are one of the most popular...