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Seven Major Groups of Dogs
Sporting dogs were developed fro 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
German Shorthaired
Pointer Irish Setter English Springer
Spaniel Golden
Retriever
Hound
Include many types of hounds, beagles, and dachshunds
Black and Tan
Coonhound
Beagle Dachshund
Working Dogs
Include Alaskan Malamute, Boxers, Doberman Pinscher, Great Dane, Saint Bernards, Siberian Husky, etc
Alaskan Malamute Boxer
Herding Dogs
Include Collies, German Shepherd, Sheepdogs, etc.
Collie German
Shepherd Dog Polish Lowland
Sheepdog
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
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
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
OTHERS IN THIS GROUP
Brittany spaniel, Chesapeake bay retriever, Clumber spaniel, English cocker, English Setter, German Shorthaired Pointer, German Wirehaired Pointer, Golden Retriever, Gordon Setter, Springer Setter, Weimaraner
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
Bloodhounds
One of the most docile of all breeds
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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
Greyhounds
Favorites of Egyptian royalty
http://www.garside-sands.com/images/Greyhounds%20racing.jpg
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
Black and Tan Coonhound
http://www.thepetprofessor.com/SubsImages/pet_Profile/Coonhound_(_Black_&_Tan_).jpg
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
American Foxhound
Bred from English hounds and later French hounds sent to George Washington
http://www.wildpromotie.nl/jagerslatijn/pics/americanfoxhound-01.gif
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
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 healthyLess 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
Airedale Terriers
In the large long-legged groupHead 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
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
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
Saint Bernards
One of the two largest breeds
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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
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
Alaskan Malamute
An Artic sled dog noted for their cleanliness, being odorless.
DO NOT BARK
http://www.pgaa.com/canine/general/images/MALAMUTE8puppiesbest2.jpg
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
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
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
Herding Group
Developed to assist the herdsman manage various livestock species
Australian
Cattle Dog Cardigan
Welsh Corgi Puli
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
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
Affenpinscher
Havanese Papillon
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Poodle
Used more today as companion and show dogs
Color: All colors with an even and solid coat color at the skin
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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
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
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
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
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