Dogs- Part I Breeds Small Animal Care Breed Pictures From www.akc.org

Objectives STANDARD OBJECTIVE 7.00- Use information specific to each breed to select the best dog for a given use. OBJECTIVE 7.01- Discuss the major breeds of dogs.

Dog Anatomy

Seven Major Groups of Dogs Sporting dogs were developed for hunting game Hounds were developed for hunting and tracking by sight or scent Terriers were developed to hunt underground

Major Groups of Dogs Working dogs were developed to perform services such as police and rescue work, guarding property, and pulling sleds Herding dogs were developed to assist in managing livestock such as sheep and cattle

Major Groups of Dogs Toy dogs were developed to be of small size for use as house pets and companion animals Non-sporting are miscellaneous breeds used mainly for companionship

Sporting Include pointers, setters, spaniels and retrievers Irish Setter German Shorthaired Pointer English Springer Spaniel Golden Retriever

Hound Include many types of hounds, beagles, and dachshunds Beagle Black and Tan Coonhound

Terrier Include terriers and schnauzers Airedale Terrier Miniature Schnauzer

Working Dogs Include Alaskan Malamute, Boxers, Doberman Pinscher, Great Dane, Saint Bernards, Siberian Husky, etc Boxer Alaskan Malamute

Herding Dogs Include Collies, German Shepherd, Sheepdogs, etc. Collie German Shepherd Dog Polish Lowland Sheepdog

Toy Dogs Include Chihuahua, Pekingese, Pug, etc. Chihuahua Pekingese

Non-sporting Dogs Include Boston Terrier, Dalmatian, Poodle, etc.

Sporting Group Twenty-four breeds make up the sporting group. American Water Spaniel Brittany

Specific Breeds

Pointers Dogs developed about 200 years ago in England that get their name from the stance they take when they find game http://www.corsini.co.uk/fineart/images/prints/pointers.jpg

Pointers Colored liver, lemon, black, orange, either in combination with white or solid colored Require less coat care than many other breeds because of their shorthair coat Have even temperament, affectionate nature, intelligence, and patience with children

English Setter Dog used for bird hunting in England for over 400 years. Setters originated from crossing Pointers and Spaniels and/or Setters http://www.doggylandhk.com/english%20setter.JPG

English Setter Hunt like Pointers-take stance when they find their prey Slightly lighter in weight than Pointers Gaining popularity in the United States because of beauty and usefulness

Irish Setter Large setter noted for its solid red color, speed, loyalty, boldness, and toughness http://www.yupparaj.ac.th/web1999/piy/irish_setter.gif

Irish Setter Mahogany or rich chestnut red with no trace of black in the coat color Slightly taller and heavier than English Setters Used for all types of game, but train slower than some other breeds Ideal show dog, but can’t be used for both show and field

Brittany Spaniel May be classed as a setter or spaniel, but works more like a setter than a spaniel http://www.nextdaypets.com/directory/breeds/images/1100054.jpg

Brittany Spaniel Ticking (mixing of darker colors at the tips of the hair) is desirable on an orange and white or liver and white coat in either clear or roan patterns Smaller dog that is an excellent shooting dog that works close in

Springer Spaniel The foundation breed for all English hunting spaniels. All spaniels love to chase their game out of cover They usually do not take a point when hunting http://www.thebreedsofdogs.com/images/ENGLISH_SPRINGER_SPANIEL.jpg

Springer Spaniel About the weight of a small pointer and the height of a Brittany, it is a compact breed Larger and faster than other spaniel breeds, Springer Spaniels are exceptional hunters in thick brambles

American Cocker Spaniel The smallest members of the sporting dog family http://www.yourpurebredpuppy.com/dogbreeds/photos/americancockerspaniels.jpg

American Cocker Spaniel Often sandy color with elegant appearance and cheerful disposition It is a soft-hearted dog that makes an excellent family pet

Labrador Retrievers The retriever is an active water dog that was bred to get downed waterfowl http://www.oregonlabrescue.org/images/twolabs.jpg

Labrador Retrievers Short coupled, strongly built dog with an alert, friendly disposition, fine temperament, and inquisitive nature Very dependable dog that has become one of the best used breeds for guide dogs for the blind, or for search and rescue work

Labrador Retrievers Short, thick, water-resistant hair in colors of black, chocolate, or yellow (golden) Usually not as tall as pointers

Hound Group Hunts by scent or by sight. The Greyhound and the Afghan Hound hunt by sight, while most others hunt by smell Afghan Hound Greyhound

Basset Hound Has an excellent sense of smell http://www.westminsterkennelclub.org/breedinformation/hound/images/basset.jpg

Basset Hound Short-legged dog heavier in bone than any other breed for its size Gentle, devoted dogs that are good with children, but may be stubborn or difficult to house break Usually white with chestnut or sand-colored markings and not over 14” tall and weigh an average from 40 to 51 pounds

Beagles Noted for their rabbit hunting ability, but also make great pets and companions. http://www.doginfomat.com/beagle_william.jpg

Beagles Range in weight from 18-30 pounds and are usually about 13-15” at the shoulder Colors range from a blue with black tigering, white, black, orange or hound type tri-coloring

Black and Tan Coonhound Developed in the United States from crossing with the bloodhound and foxhound http://www.thepetprofessor.com/SubsImages/pet_Profile/Coonhound_(_Black_&_Tan_).jpg

Black and Tan Coonhound Bred especially for hunting raccoons Aggressive breed that is intelligent and a passionate hunter Known for its black coat and tan markings on the muzzle, limbs, and chest Only exceeded in size among the hounds by the bloodhound

Bloodhounds One of the most docile of all breeds http://tapety.mysteria.cz/index/tapety/MS%20DOS/Bloodhounds.jpg

Bloodhounds Can track a scent that is several hours old They are affectionate, but somewhat shy, non aggressive, and sensitive to correction and kindness and excellent pets for children Colors range from tawny to black and tan or red and tan Are the largest of the hound group

Dachshund Perfected in the 1800’s in Germany for hunting badgers http://www.dogbiz.com/dogs-grp2/dachshund-lh/images/dachs-lhstd-300x225-tig-128.gif

Dachshund Short legged, long bodied muscular dogs that range from about 8 to 20 pounds and from 5-9” at the shoulder, depending on the style Lively and courageous, the dachshund is a barker that makes a good watchdog Good with children and used mainly as a companion dog

American Foxhound Bred from English hounds and later French hounds sent to George Washington http://www.wildpromotie.nl/jagerslatijn/pics/americanfoxhound-01.gif

American Foxhound Affectionate dog, but not often used as pets, they primarily hunt in packs and are bold and aggressive in the field They are slightly shorter than the bloodhound or black and tan coonhound

Greyhounds Favorites of Egyptian royalty http://www.garside-sands.com/images/Greyhounds%20racing.jpg

Greyhounds Are good at hunting all types of game. Because of its speed, greyhounds were used in packs to catch their quarry and pull it down Best known for speed, greyhounds are mainly used in the United States for racing

Greyhounds Valuable as a show dog, but greyhounds need lots of exercise and are not suited for apartment dwelling Not recommended as a companion dog for children

Terrier Group Developed to hunt “underground.” Its name is derived from the Latin word terra meaning earth There are two subgroups: the long legged and short legged Cairn Terrier

Airedale Terriers In the large long-legged group Head and ears are tan with the sides and upper parts of the body being black or grizzle Very docile, obedient dog that gets along well with children

Bull Terriers A cross of the Bulldog, Old English Terrier, and Spanish Pointer that were used for dogfights http://petcaretips.net/bull_terrier.jpg

Bull Terriers May be loving and affectionate, but they will readily fight to protect themselves or their master Color is white (may have some black markings about the head) or colored. Colored bull terriers are any color but white, with brindle being the preferred color

Fox Terrier May be either smooth or wired, depending on the type of hair coat http://www.petplanet.co.uk/petplanet/fun/postcards/breedpostcards/Dogs/fox_terrier.jpg

Fox Terrier One of the best known and most widely distributed purebred dogs noted for their courage in hunting animals that den in the ground Easy to train, affectionate, and good companion dogs White should be the dominant color. Brindle, red, or liver are to be avoided

Miniature Schnauzer German breed developed to hunt badger, fox, weasel, etc. http://www.all-about-puppies.com/image-files/miniature_schnauzer.jpg

Miniature Schnauzer Good apartment dog and pet that is fond of children Intelligent, hardy and healthy Less than 20 pounds and only 12-14” in height at the shoulder, stocky and wirehaired

Parson Russell Terrier Developed around 200 years ago in England by a clergyman, Parson Jack Russell to hunt fox http://www.lechien.ch/images/races/photos/grandes/parson.jpg

Parson Russell Terrier Known for its alert, confident, and ready attitude May have a smooth or wirehaired coat Color: White with black or tan markings or a combination of three colors Weight: average 13-17 pounds for males and females Height at the shoulder: 12-15” for males and females

Working Group Perform a service to humans such as pulling sleds, protecting property, doing rescue work, and carrying messages Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Portuguese Water Dog

Alaskan Malamute An Artic sled dog noted for their cleanliness, being odorless. http://www.pgaa.com/canine/general/images/MALAMUTE8puppiesbest2.jpg

Alaskan Malamute They do not bark Always has a white underbody and white on parts of the legs, feet, and part of the mask markings

Boxers Descended from fighting dogs of Tibet http://www.ergstudios.com/Boxer%201.jpg

Boxers Somewhat suspicious of strangers, but good natured dog Requires regular exercise to help prevent rheumatism and has a short life span of usually less than 10 years Colors are fawn and brindle with white markings possible on the chest and face

Doberman Pinscher A German breed that is a result of crossing Great Danes, German Shepherds, Rottweilers, and Pinschers http://www.westminsterkennelclub.org/breedinformation/working/images/dobpinr.jpg

Doberman Pinscher Female Dobermans are cautious around strangers, but are affectionate and calm with family Male Dobermans are extremely intelligent but are often very aggressive and need a strong owner who is good at managing the dog Often live as long as 20 years of age (long time for dogs)

Great Dane One of the two largest breeds of dos and is friendly companion or watchdog http://www.takingthelead.co.uk/images/Dog%20breeds/Great%20Dane/great-dane-pictures-1a%5B1%5D.jpg

Great Dane Weight: average 110-115 pounds for females, 120-150 pounds for males Height at the shoulder: more than 28” for females, more than 30” for males

Standard Schnauzer Uses include family pet, watchdog, and bodyguard Very clean and almost odor free, the breed is noted for a long life span Color: Salt and pepper, or pure black

Rottweiler Came from the Mastiff type dogs of Rome and was used to drive cattle to market http://www.rottweiler.on.ca/treu1.gif

Rottweiler Massive and powerful, but peaceful, obedient, and extremely intelligent dogs that are very protective of their owners Very good companion dogs, but are also used as bodyguards, watchdogs, police dogs, and herd dogs Color: Always black with rust to mahogany markings about the face and feet

Saint Bernards One of the two largest breeds http://www.webpage-world.com/vicjudges/images/saintS2.jpg

Saint Bernards Excellent sense of smell and coat made it suitable to perform rescue in extreme mountain climate conditions Peaceful, quiet, and gentle dog that loves the company of humans and makes a good companion dog Color: Red with white markings or white with red markings

Samoyed Breed from Siberia Excellent companion and watchdog that likes to bark, but is very gentle, kind, and especially loving of children Many believe it is the most beautiful breed in existence Color: pure white

Siberian Husky Originated in Asia as an endurance sled dog, but found its home in Alaska when it began to win the All Alaska Sweepstakes Race in the early 1900’s http://www.glacierwind.net/husky-siberiano/black/siberian-husky-1-262x200.jpg

Siberian Husky Friendly, gentle dog, but may be stubborn and ill around children Does not have the aggressiveness or protective qualities to be a watchdog Color: Pure white to all other colors including black

Herding Group Developed to assist the herdsman manage various livestock species Puli Cardigan Welsh Corgi Australian Cattle Dog

Collies One of the older breeds and were used for sheepherding http://www.androma-collies.com/pictures/present_tessa.jpg

Collies Used mainly today as pets and are devoted family dogs that are wary of strangers and very protective of their owner and family Either rough-coated (longhaired) or smooth coated, with the longhaired collie requiring frequent brushing to remove burrs and knotted hair Color: Sable and white, tri-colored, blue and merle, and white

German Shepherd May have been crossed between herding dogs and wolves; their uses today include rescue dogs, police dogs, guard dogs, guide dogs, and pets http://www.dognews.com/pedigreegallery/herding/images/GERMAN%20SHEPHERD%20.jpg

German Shepherd Courageous, loyal, obedient, and affectionate to family members, but leery of strangers Color: Black nose with various shades of gray, brown, and yellow

Old English Sheepdog Large, muscular dog that has a gait that makes it look like a bear when it moves http://www.thepetprofessor.com/breeds/images/Old-English-Sheepdog-picture.jpg

Old English Sheepdog Excellent herd dogs, companion dogs, and pets, and have also been used for guard dogs, sled dogs, and retrievers They are friendly and affectionate

Shetland Sheepdog Basically a small version of the collie that are excellent family pets and companion dogs http://www.westminsterkennelclub.org/breedinformation/herding/images/shetshee.jpg

Shetland Sheepdog Noted for being docile, devoted dog that is very intelligent Color: Miniature collie with black, blue merle, and sable with markings of white and/or tan

Toy Group So-named because of their small size, and is most often used as house pets and companions Havanese Papillon Affenpinscher

Chihuahua Named for the state of Chihuahua, Mexico, it is the smallest breed of dog in the world and the oldest breed on the American continent http://www.chiots-france.com/Trouver-votre-chiot/Des-Animaux-Stars-Chihuahua-1.jpg

Chihuahua Noted as a clannish breed that does not like other breeds of dogs These little dogs are courageous, energetic, lively, alert, and intelligent

Italian Greyhound Smallest of dogs that hunt by sight, and is mainly used as a companion or pet http://www.thepetprofessor.com/breeds/images/Italian-Greyhound-picture.jpg

Italian Greyhound This breed is odorless and has a short, smooth hair coat that sheds little and easy to maintain Breed is playful and alert around friends, but wary of strangers Affectionate dog that needs a lot of affection to thrive

Manchester Terrier Or Rat Terrier Originally known for its rat and rodent hunting skills, but is primarily used today as a companion dog Color: Jet black with rich mahogany tan markings about the face and lower legs

Pekingese Breed from China that is extremely affectionate with its owner and that make good watchdogs or lapdogs for apartment dwellers http://www.thepetprofessor.com/breeds/images/Pekingese-picture.jpg

Pekingese These little dogs are not afraid of larger adversaries and will show great courage Require teeth care to prevent decay and frequent coat care to keep its long, fine hair well groomed

Pug Very old breed noted for its prominent eyes; short, square muzzle; deep wrinkled forehead; and large massive head http://www.georgianindex.net/dogs/pug.gif

Pug Intelligent and affectionate dogs that enjoy lots of attention Easily trained and love children

Shih Tzu Chinese breed with a long, flowing hair coat that requires constant care to prevent matting and knotting http://www.thebreedsofdogs.com/images/SHIH_TZU.jpg

Shih Tzu Color: Eyes and nose are rim black with any coat color Looks like a miniature lion and has an aristocratic, arrogant carriage

Non-Sporting Group Miscellaneous breeds used mainly for companion dogs American Eskimo Dog Chinese Shar-Pei Shiba Inu

Boston Terrier An American breed that originated from crossing the English Bulldog and white English Terrier and further developed through inbreeding http://www.ralfs-hundelexikon.de/foto/terr/boston1.jpg

Boston Terrier A clean cut dog that has the body conformation of a Terrier Make excellent house dogs or companion dogs because they are even tempered, intelligent, and get along well with children Color: Black or Brindle with white markings

Bulldog Originally a ferocious dog bred for bull baiting and fighting and noted to be almost insensitive to pain http://www.dogs-of-sirius.com/bulldog/max/bulldog-male-3yold-1560.jpg

Bulldog Today they have been selectively bred to be good natured May have problems at whelping due to the large size of the puppy’s head Color: solid white, solid red, fawn or fallow, red or other colors of brindle, and piebald

Dalmatian Calm, quiet dog noted for its intelligence and adaptability that has been used as a trail hound for tracking, for hunting birds, boar, and bear, retrieving game, but most notably as a coach or carriage dog (fire trucks) http://www.animalthemes.co.nz/Product%20Graphics/Sawley/Coasters/cc086%20-%20Dalmatian.jpg

Dalmatian These dogs will follow their master if at all possible regardless of the mode of the master’s travel and thrive on human companionship Natural as guardians and love children Color: White with black spots or white with liver brown spots

Lhasa Apso Is known for its small size and heavy hair coat was used as guard dogs in Tibet http://www.inseparabile.com/cani/images/lasahapsopersch4.jpg

Lhasa Apso This dog is most suited for adults who will spend time with them Intelligent, quick hearing and can readily distinguish between strangers and close associates Very obedient if they trust you and respond readily to kindness

Poodle Very intelligent, good natured dog (usually), known as the national dog of France where it was used as a retriever, duck (water) dog, and circus trick dog http://blog.lewrockwell.com/lewrw/archives/boudreaux_poodle.jpg

Poodle Used more today as companion and show dogs Color: All colors with an even and solid coat color at the skin http://photos4.flickr.com/5627016_07fd71fe2d.jpg

Poodle Weight: Standards average 35-45 pounds for females and 40-50 pounds for males; Miniature varieties average 16-35 pounds for females and 18-30 pounds for males; Toy Poodles average 14-16 pounds for females and 15-18 pounds for males

Poodle Height at the shoulder: Standards are > 15” for females and males; Miniature varieties average 10-15” for females and males; Toy Poodles are < 10” for females and males

Grooming-Hair Daily brushing recommended to remove dead hair and distribute the skin’s oils Check for mats in log hair- tease with comb behind ears and under legs

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