Dog breeds with fine physical traits
Dogs with fine physical traits require specific care that you should offer them in order to have a happy and balanced pet. Keep on browsing to discover more physical details of the selected breed, character, life expectancy and find useful information on its special needs.
30 breeds
The Yorkshire terrier is a small dog or toy dog. If you are thinking of adopting one, it is very important that you first consider their characteristics and needs.
Knowing what food they need, the size they will reach as an adult or how to carry out their training are some of the basic things you should be clear...
The Havanese dog from the Bichon family, is an adorable small dog with long and soft hair. The origins of this breed lie between Spain and Italy but this breed eventually developed in Cuba where it coexisted with its aristocracy of the nineteenth century. It is a jovial, active and cheerful, dog, perfect...
In this breed file we will speak about the Papillon dog, also known as the Continental Toy Spaniel. It is one of the most elegant dogs in the world and comes from France and Belgium.
Below we will detail some fundamental aspects that you should know if you are considering adopting one: the characteristics...
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 Dalmatian is one of the most popular dog breeds, known for their peculiar black (or brown) spots on their white coat. This is a very loyal dog, with a stable and calm character, provided they can get enough exercise to release the accumulated tension.
Whether you're thinking of adopting a Dalmatian...
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.
This dog originated...
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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A Rough Collie, also know as the long-haired Collie, is a very well-known shepherd dog. Due to its beauty and good character, this dog has become one of the most appreciated breeds among show dogs and pets. It is also known in simple as a Collie (although there are varieties) or, erroneously, as Lassie.
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The Dobermann, or Doberman Pinscher, is an elegant, muscular and powerful dog. The Doberman has captivated the imagination of people for many years with its compact and powerful body. Although today this breed is not as popular as it used to be.
However, few people know how intelligent and sensitive...
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 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...
Coton de Tuléar is a beautiful Malagasy companion dog. Its main characteristic is its white, soft and cotton textured coat, hence its name. This breed can adapt to any situation. It is affectionate, sociable and ideal for families, as well as single or elderly people, provided they have the time that...
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 Italian greyhound is the smallest of all greyhounds, and one of the oldest companion dogs.
Although occasionally used for hunting small animals, its main use was always as a companion dog. It was also used (and is still used) in dog races, but never as much as its older relative, the greyhound.
The short-haired collie, or smooth collie, is practically the same as the long-haired collie, the only difference being the length of the coat. This dog is not as well known as its longhair counterpart.
The difference in the coat presents a perfect adoption option for people who love Collies but don’t...
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 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 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...
The Mudi is a dog breed native to Hungary that has traditionally been used for herding cattle. Their great intelligence and ability to adapt have allowed these dogs to be used in different tasks and disciplines over the years. However, their populations in the world are scarce and they are a difficult...
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...
The Shetland Sheepdog, affectionately known as the Sheltie, is a small, but elegant dog breed. Similar in appearance to a rough Collie, their small size doesn't prevent them from being a tireless worker. Currently the Shetland sheepdog is more commonly found as a companion animal due to their beauty and...
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 Billy dog breed is a large scent-hound with Western French origins. Although they were originally used as hunting dogs, they are now adopted by families as a companion dog. Their high intelligence makes them easy to train, and their active personality makes them a great companion to active families.
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The Toy Poodle is one of the most popular, appreciated and loved types of poodle in the world. The FCI recognizes 4 types of poodles according to their size and in this breed file we will talk about the smallest of them, considered the "miniature" poodle.
These little ones have become the most widespread...
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...
Elegant and colorful, the Chinese Crested Dog comes in two varieties: Hairless and Powderpuff. They usually appear in the same litter. Hairless dogs only have a crest of silky fur on the head and patches of fur on the feet and tail. Powderpuff dogs have fur all over their body. Their hair is known for being...
The Chihuahua is a small breed of dog, very popular for its size. Besides being an adorable pet, they are intelligent, restless and curious companions. And will offer all their love to whoever takes care of them.
They - unsurprisingly - get their name from Chihuahua, Mexico, the state they were first...
The Xoloitzcuinti dog, also known as the Mexican hairless dog or Xolo, is originally from Mexico. In Mexico, the Xolo is highly valued and even considered somewhat of a living archaeological jewel, since this dog breed was a companion of the Aztecs more than 7,000 years ago. This dog is also known worldwide...
The Prague ratter is also known as Pražský krysařík or Prague ratter and is native to the Czech Republic. It is a toy or mini sized dog as, in their adult stage, they do not usually exceed 3.5 kilograms of weight. They are really small. In this AnimalWised breed file we will share all the information...