Short eared dog breeds
A dog's ears give them a lot of character. This is even the case with short eared dogs. If you find a long haired dog with short ears, they may be hidden behind the fur. Others will have pointed short ears, some may be short, but still droop down. These short eared dogs may stand up or have short downward facing ears. Fortunately, we have lots of pictures to help you know which is which.
We will also be able to show you the health care needs and characteristics of these short eared dogs. Short cauliflower ears are probably an injury, so these breed files will help you know he difference. Some dogs may look to have naturally short ears, but you need to be careful. The practice of cropping dog ears means some of them look short, but are actually long ears which have been cut. It is more often than not an unnecessary practice, so keep an eye out for them.
We will also be able to show you the health care needs and characteristics of these short eared dogs. Short cauliflower ears are probably an injury, so these breed files will help you know he difference. Some dogs may look to have naturally short ears, but you need to be careful. The practice of cropping dog ears means some of them look short, but are actually long ears which have been cut. It is more often than not an unnecessary practice, so keep an eye out for them.
30 breeds
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The English Bull Terrier is a breed of dog known for the unique shape of its head and its small triangular shaped ears. There are two variants of the breed: the Bull Terrier and the miniature Bull Terrier. They were developed in Britain as a both a fighting and show dog.
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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 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...
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The Alaskan Malamute, is a breed of dog native to the Arctic and is considered one of the longest-living breeds in the history of sled dogs. Its imposing and demanding presence gives off a mistaken impression of its real character.
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The schnauzer is an elegant, agile and robust dog, characterized by their great intelligence and loyalty. Informally they are also called the standard schnauzer - but this is not the official name of the breed. These dogs are very curious, intelligent and of an incomparable character. They are really...
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The American bulldog is a powerful, athletic and brave dog that instills great respect. This dog is one of the most similar to the original bulldog of the nineteenth century. An inexperienced eye can confuse an American bulldog with a boxer, pitbull or the Argentinian bulldog, since there are many similarities...
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.
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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.
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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.
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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...
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a cheerful and positive dog. They're perfect for active and dynamic people. It is very important that you previously inform yourself about their education, care and needs if you are thinking of adopting a dog with these characteristics.
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The miniature Bull Terrier is literally a miniature replica of the Bull Terrier. This breed was developed to control of rat infestations. It is a magnificent pet and a suitable companion for house or apartment.