1. A NIMAL S CIENCE II-S MALL A NIMAL Dogs- Unit E S PORTING G ROUP

2. O BJECTIVE 13.02 Discuss characteristics of the major dog breeds C OMPETENCY 13.00 Use information specific to each breed to select to select the best dog for a given trait

3. S PORTING Twenty-four breeds make up the sporting group

4. P OINTERS Dogs developed about 200 years ago from England Named from the stance they take when finding game Colored liver, lemon, black, orange in combination with white or solid color Less coat care due to shorthair Even temperament Affectionate Intelligent Patient with children

5. P OINTERS

6. E NGLISH S ETTER Bird hunting in England Crossing Pointers and Setters Used for over 400 years Hunt like pointers (stance) Lighter weight than pointers Gaining popularity in the US Beauty Usefulness

7. E NGLISH S ETTER

8. I RISH S ETTER Noted for its solid red color, speed, loyalty, boldness, and toughness 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 it can’t be used for both show and field.

9. I RISH S ETTER

10. B RITTANY S PANIEL May be classed as a setter or spaniel, but works more like a setter than a spaniel Ticking (mixing of darker colors at the tips of the hair) is desirable on the: White or liver and white coat in either clear or roan patterns. Smaller dog Excellent shooting dog

11. B RITTANY S PANIEL

12. S PRINGER S PANIEL The foundation breed for all English hunting spaniels Love to chase their game out of cover They usually do not take a point when hunting. Similar weight as the small pointer & the height of a Brittany compact breed Larger and faster than other spaniel breeds Exceptional hunters in thick brambles

13. S PRINGER S PANIEL

14. A MERICAN C OCKER S PANIELS Smallest members of the sporting dog family Sandy color with elegant appearance and cheerful disposition Soft-hearted dog that makes an excellent family pet

15. A MERICAN C OCKER S PANIEL

16. L ABRADOR R ETRIEVERS Active water dog that was bred to get downed waterfowl Short coupled, strongly built dog with an alert, friendly disposition, fine temperament, and inquisitive nature Very dependable One of the best used breeds for guide dogs or for search and rescue work Short, thick, water-resistant hair Colors of black, chocolate, or yellow (golden). Usually not as tall as pointers

17. L ABRADOR R ETRIEVERS