Dogs of the World

Dogs of the World

Dogs of the World

Canis familiaris. Man's best friend. The dog-human bond has existed for 10-15 thousand years, from the beginning, where man recognized dogs to be very much like themselves-pack animals and hunters.

Imagine our primitive ancestors with a taste for meat gathered together hunting down an antelope--maybe a dog watching on the sidelines--or coming forward at the scent of meat roasting over a fire. Dogs are fiercely loyal and trusting and develop deep bonds with humans. Throwing a dog a few scraps would surely be a sign of invitation to join the human pack.

There has been a lot of Dog Photos on show this last week, and the suggestion is one should tell about these Dogs of the World. An affort was made to actually give the total of different varieties throughout the World. It Was not the easiest figure to arrive at. A definitive number count by the time the various subsections, could be considered was hard to pin down. Perhaps one of our more knowledgeable Hubbers may be able to offer the total number. Look forward to hearing of this number?

The noblest of Dobermans was REX, He would not hurt you. Thoughts go back to two things: -

1. Wrestling in the Dinning Room with ceiling to floor windows

Rex and the supposed boss got very close to those windows and it happened, man and dog went through the glass. Rex struggled to present himself to the glass first. Window broke and he did not get cut nor did the guy who was wrestling him.

2 Sick in bed and the office sent an unknown person to the Sick person in bed to get some papers signed. Rex asleep on the landing between floors. He woke up and shook hands or paw with unknown visitor and went back to sleep.

Bull Dogs English

Group: non-sporting height: 12"/ 30.48 cm types: weight: 22- 28 lbs /

9.97-12.7 kg colors: brindle, brindle and white, brindle and red, brindle and black, red-brindle, tiger-brindle, pied, fawn, and solid white physical traits: small, muscular, solid, compact hair type: short, smooth, soft, thick, glossy, fine personality/

temperament: intelligent, friendly, happy, obedient , affectionate, alert, playful, devoted, loves human company

Dachshunds Germany

height: 10-15" / 25.4-38.1 cm

weight: std: 16-32 lbs / 7.25-14.51 kg,

mini: under 11 lbs / 4.98 kg types: standard and miniature sized, shorthair, wirehair, longhair, standard, miniature colors: any physical traits: small, long back, short legs, strength, stamina, courage hair type: personality/

temperament: loyal, intelligent, playful, individualistic, self-willed, affectionate, brave, dominant, self-willed, cunning, relentless, vigilant:

Dalmatians

Group: non-sporting height: 19-24"/ 48.3-61 cm types: weight: 50-55 lbs /

22.67-24.9 kg colors: white with liver or black spots, tricolor physical traits: muscular hair type: short, dense, smooth, glossy, close personality/

temperament: devoted to family, friendly, even-tempered, alert, outgoing, strong, standoffish with strangers. some can be shy

sheds- brush daily, easy to bathe and groom, clean and odorless,

Doberman German

Group: working height: m 26-28" / 66-71.1 cm

f 24-26" / 61-66 cm types: weight: 65-90 lbs / 29.5-40.8 kg colors: black, brown, blue, red, fawn with distinct red-rust markings on head, chest and feet physical traits: good sense of smell, clean appearance hair type: short, thick flat, smooth personality/

temperament: well bred dogs are devoted, easy to train, quick to learn, affectionate, elegant, watchful, energetic, alert, obedient, loyal, dignified, devoted, fearless, determined, aloof to strangers. some can be aggressive, nervous, and fear-bite

Maltese Terriers

group: Toy height: 8-10" / 20.32-25.4 cm types: weight: 4-9 lbs / 1.81-4.08 kg colors: white. light tan, beige, lemon (not preferred) physical traits: dainty, smart carriage, elegant hair type: long, profuse, silky, flat, luxurious, sheds little personality/

temperament: lively, bright, sweet natured, fearless, gentle, eager, trusting, affectionate, responsive, hardy, lively, playful, good-tempered, sensitive, alert.

Greyhounds German

Group: hound / sight hound height: 27-30" / 68.58-76.20 cm types: weight: m 65-70 lbs / 29.48-31.75 kg,

f 60-65 lbs / 27.22-29.48 kg colors: any physical traits: large, thin, graceful, elegant stature, relies more on keen eyesight and acute hearing than smell, odorless hair type: short, smooth, velvety to touch personality/

temperament: affectionate, calm, sweet natured, gentle, relaxed, intelligent, bright, obedient, outgoing, happy, demonstrative, sociable, sensitive, reserved, cautious, thieves, chewers as puppies, become bored if neglected. some may snap in reflex when startled.

Pulli Hungary

Group: Herding height: 16-17" / 40.64-43.18 cm types: weight: 25-35 lbs / 11.33-15.87 kg colors: black, rusty black, gray, apricot, white physical traits: sturdy muscular, wiry, strands of mop-like hair, nimble, active hair type: very long, dense, profuse, curly, wavy, water resilient wooly cords personality/

temperament: devoted, form close bond, sensitive, smart, fun loving, intelligent, one person/family breed dog, courageous, animated, affectionate, loyal, lively, energetic, tough, headstrong, independent, alert, watchful, sometimes obstinate, stubborn, wary of strangers. some bark a lot. some may be timid, shy, high-strung, and aggressive

Shepherd German

Group: Herding height: m 24-26" / 61-66 cm,

f 22-24" / 55.9-61 cm

weight: 85-95 lbs / 38.6-43.09 kg types: long or short haired colors: black, tan, cream, solid black, solid white, solid sable physical traits: robust, supple, elongated, muscular, dignified, strong hair type: medium: dense, harsh, thick, stiff, flat, coarse

long: luxurious personality. temperament: very intelligent, loyal, faithful, versatile, calm, fearless, courageous, self-confident, reliable, obedient, protective, responsive, alert, aloof and does not warm up fast to strangers. some may be timid, anxious, nervous, and shy or bite.

St Bernhards

Group: working height: 24-28" / 61-71.1 cm types: smooth-coated and longhaired weight: 110-200 lbs /

49.89-90.71 kg colors: white with red, red with white, red, brown yellow, orange, mahogany brindle, red-brindle, brown-brindle with white on chest, forelegs, feet, end of tail, muzzle, blaze on face, top of head, collar and black shading on face and ears physical traits: large, heavy, muscular hair type: very thick. short haired-dense, tough, close lying, long haired-medium length, straight to wavy personality/

temperament: affectionate, loves children, gentle, docile, cheerful, hard-working, confident, loyal, dedicated, laid-back, gentle, big-hearted.

Can we forget those majestic dogs who go out into the snow and fin all the humans who are stranded?

Whippet Gt. Brittain

Group:Hound sight hound height: m 18.5-22"/

46.99-55.9 cm

f 17-21" / 43.18-53.3 cm types: weight: 27-30 lbs /

12.24-13.6 kg colors: any color or combination of colors physical traits: elegant, sight hound, fast, robust, fearless, sleek, clean appearance, genteel hair type: short, dense, fine personality/

temperament: alert, protective, friendly with family, enjoys company of other dogs, adaptable, cheerful, intelligent, playful, peaceable, vigilant, affectionate, good companion, gentle, aloof and suspicious with strangers, strong chasing instinct.