The best facts about dog breeds around the world.
(Baonghean.vn) - Dogs come in many breeds, varying in size, height, and color, but they all share the same traits: courage and, most importantly, loyalty to their owners. 2018 is the Year of the Dog, so let's explore some of the best characteristics of dog breeds around the world.
1. The most beautiful dog breed in the world.
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| Pomeranian (Pom) dog |
These dogs are incredibly small and adorable, covered in a thick, fluffy coat that makes them appear larger than they actually are. They are very popular among dog lovers because they are intelligent, obedient, loyal, and bark persistently, making them ideal for guarding. Their only drawback is that, due to their small size and weak bone structure, they are easily injured if their owners are careless or play too roughly.
2. The most expensive dog breed in the world.
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| Samoyed dogs can cost between $6,500 and $12,000. |
The Samoyed, a sled dog from Siberia, possesses an extremely cute appearance with its pure white fur and an inherently friendly nature. Therefore, they easily win the hearts of everyone, especially women.
Despite their gentle and lovable nature, Samoyeds are diligent guard dogs. A Samoyed will always be watching and barking to alert anyone approaching their territory. To own a "pure" Samoyed, you'll have to spend around $6,500-$12,000 USD.
3. The smartest dog breed in the world.
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| The Rottweiler, also known as the Rotti, is a dog breed that originated in Germany. |
The Rottweiler, also known as the Rotti, is a dog breed originating in Germany, used as a herding dog but often trained to be a working dog. They are known for being calm, confident, loyal, and possessing exceptional intelligence.
4. The dog breed with the strangest appearance in the world.
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| Afghan Hound |
The Afghan Hound is a hunting dog breed originating from Central Asia. They are classified among the best hunting dogs. Afghan Hounds have a relatively strong, agile, and tall physique.
One of the defining characteristics of this breed is their pensive demeanor. Afghan Hounds observe things quickly, rarely lingering to look for long periods. Males are 68–74 cm tall, while females are 63–69 cm tall, and their average lifespan is 11 to 13 years.
5. The most aggressive and dangerous dog breed in the world.
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| The Pit Bull is considered the most aggressive and dangerous dog breed in the world. |
Pit bulls are a breed of domestic dog originating from the Americas, bred in England in the 18th century and used as guard dogs and also in dog fighting. They are a selectively bred breed from the English Bulldog and terrier.
This is a fierce, aggressive, tenacious, and fearless dog breed, nicknamed the cold-blooded killer, or also known as the warrior dog or gladiator dog.
Pit bulls are used to fight other dog breeds in arenas or large pits for bloody battles. They are also trained for hunting.
6. The most popular dog breed in the world.
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| The Labrador Retriever breed is most popular in many countries such as Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States. |
Labrador Retrievers are the most popular dog breed in many countries such as Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK, and the US. They are devoted, obedient, and friendly with children and other animals.
Labradors are very intelligent and are often chosen as guide dogs for the blind or patients with autism. Of course, with their intelligence, Labradors are also trusted by law enforcement agencies. So if you own a Labrador, congratulations, you have a very interesting companion.
7. The largest dog breed in the world.
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| The Great Dane is considered one of the tallest dog breeds in the world, along with the Irish Wolfhound. |
The Great Dane, or Danish Mastiff, is a dog breed with an appearance that harmoniously combines strength and elegance. Standing at approximately 80cm tall and weighing up to 90kg, they are considered among the tallest dog breeds in the world, along with the Irish Wolfhound.
The Great Dane was chosen as the state dog of Pennsylvania, USA, in 1965.
8. The world's smallest dog breed.
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| Chihuahua dogs - weight 1.5-2.2kg |
The Chihuahua is a dog breed from Mexico weighing between 1.5 and 2.2 kg. Their origins remain a mystery; the only speculation is that depictions in paintings found in Mexico dating back to 300 BC are of the ancestors of today's Chihuahua.
9. The world's ugliest dog breed.
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| Crested dogs are a small breed of dog originating from China. |
The crested dog, sometimes called the crested dog, is a small breed of dog native to China, with its deepest roots in Africa.
This dog breed has a unique appearance: an ugly look with a tuft of fur on its head resembling a crest. It almost always wins the title of "ugliest dog on the planet" in dog beauty contests.
Their bodies are hairless except for a tuft on top of their heads that looks like a rooster's comb, a tuft on their tails, and a little on their toes. Because they are hairless, their skin is very sensitive and needs protection when outdoors.
10. The world's best guard dog breed.
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| The Bullmastiff dog breed tops the list of the best guard dog breeds. |
The Bullmastiff, known as a "mighty warrior," tops the list of the best guard dog breeds. Bullmastiffs are incredibly strong and agile, extremely courageous, intelligent, and loyal; they are devoted protectors of their families.












