1. Dogs- Part I Breeds
Small Animal Care
Breed Pictures From

2. 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.

3. Dog Anatomy

4. 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

5. 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

6. 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

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

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

9. Terrier Include terriers and schnauzers Airedale Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer

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

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

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

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

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

15. Specific Breeds

16. Pointers
Dogs developed about 200 years ago in England that get their name from the stance they take when they find game

17. 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

18. English Setter
Dog used for bird hunting in England for over 400 years. Setters originated from crossing Pointers and Spaniels and/or Setters

19. 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

20. Irish Setter
Large setter noted for its solid red color, speed, loyalty, boldness, and toughness

21. 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

22. Brittany Spaniel
May be classed as a setter or spaniel, but works more like a setter than a spaniel

23. 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

24. 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

25. 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

26. American Cocker Spaniel
The smallest members of the sporting dog family

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

28. Labrador Retrievers
The retriever is an active water dog that was bred to get downed waterfowl

29. 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

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

31. 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

32. Basset Hound Has an excellent sense of smell

33. 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

34. Beagles
Noted for their rabbit hunting ability, but also make great pets and companions.

35. Beagles
Range in weight from 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

36. Black and Tan Coonhound
Developed in the United States from crossing with the bloodhound and foxhound

37. 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

38. Bloodhounds One of the most docile of all breeds

39. 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

40. Dachshund Perfected in the 1800’s in Germany for hunting badgers

41. 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

42. American Foxhound
Bred from English hounds and later French hounds sent to George Washington

43. 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

44. Greyhounds Favorites of Egyptian royalty

45. 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

46. 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

47. 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

48. 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

49. Bull Terriers
A cross of the Bulldog, Old English Terrier, and Spanish Pointer that were used for dogfights

50. 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

51. Fox Terrier
May be either smooth or wired, depending on the type of hair coat

52. 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

53. Miniature Schnauzer
German breed developed to hunt badger, fox, weasel, etc.

54. 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

55. Parson Russell Terrier
Developed around 200 years ago in England by a clergyman, Parson Jack Russell to hunt fox

56. 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 pounds for males and females
Height at the shoulder: 12-15” for males and females

57. 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

58. Alaskan Malamute
An Artic sled dog noted for their cleanliness, being odorless.

59. 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

60. Boxers Descended from fighting dogs of Tibet

61. 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

62. Doberman Pinscher
A German breed that is a result of crossing Great Danes, German Shepherds, Rottweilers, and Pinschers

63. 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)

64. Great Dane
One of the two largest breeds of dos and is friendly companion or watchdog

65. Great Dane
Weight: average pounds for females, pounds for males
Height at the shoulder: more than 28” for females, more than 30” for males

66. 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

67. Rottweiler
Came from the Mastiff type dogs of Rome and was used to drive cattle to market

68. 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

69. Saint Bernards One of the two largest breeds

70. 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

71. 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

72. 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

73. 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

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

75. Collies One of the older breeds and were used for sheepherding

76. 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

77. 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

78. 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

79. Old English Sheepdog
Large, muscular dog that has a gait that makes it look like a bear when it moves

80. 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

81. Shetland Sheepdog
Basically a small version of the collie that are excellent family pets and companion dogs

82. 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

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

84. 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

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

86. Italian Greyhound
Smallest of dogs that hunt by sight, and is mainly used as a companion or pet

87. 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

88. 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

89. Pekingese
Breed from China that is extremely affectionate with its owner and that make good watchdogs or lapdogs for apartment dwellers

90. 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

91. Pug
Very old breed noted for its prominent eyes; short, square muzzle; deep wrinkled forehead; and large massive head

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

93. Shih Tzu
Chinese breed with a long, flowing hair coat that requires constant care to prevent matting and knotting

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

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

96. Boston Terrier
An American breed that originated from crossing the English Bulldog and white English Terrier and further developed through inbreeding

97. 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

98. Bulldog
Originally a ferocious dog bred for bull baiting and fighting and noted to be almost insensitive to pain

99. 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

100. 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)

101. 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

102. Lhasa Apso
Is known for its small size and heavy hair coat was used as guard dogs in Tibet

103. 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

104. 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

105. Poodle Used more today as companion and show dogs
Color: All colors with an even and solid coat color at the skin

106. Poodle
Weight: Standards average pounds for females and pounds for males; Miniature varieties average pounds for females and pounds for males; Toy Poodles average pounds for females and pounds for males

107. 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

108. 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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