{"id":12405,"date":"2023-04-02T18:28:00","date_gmt":"2023-04-02T18:28:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/puppiesclub.com\/?p=12405"},"modified":"2023-04-04T05:15:58","modified_gmt":"2023-04-04T05:15:58","slug":"the-7-types-of-dog-breeds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/puppiesclub.com\/the-7-types-of-dog-breeds\/","title":{"rendered":"The 7 Types Of Dog Breeds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Man’s best friend has been around for a very long time<\/strong>. Evolution has taught us that dogs have come a long way from their original ancestors- the wolves<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They are much more friendly, are undeniably lovable<\/strong>, and come in all shapes and sizes to fit your every need. Owning a dog is full of joy<\/strong> and entertainment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are a variety of dogs out there. From big family dogs<\/strong> such as Labradors and Golden Retrievers to small fancy dogs such as poodles and Chihuahuas<\/strong>, dogs can be of many types. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, based on specific attributes they share<\/strong>, dogs only have a few particular breeds. The seven types of dog breeds<\/strong> are around us are classified as the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Herding dogs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Old English sheepdog<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Herding refers to the act of taking care of and keeping together<\/strong> various farm animals. The likes of sheep, goat, and cows are often reared by farmers<\/strong> and traders alike. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They may do so for the collection of milk<\/strong>, meat or fur and usually have a large number of animals to deal with. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Herding dogs, as the name suggests<\/strong>, are dogs that are purely bred to help their owners<\/strong> in herding. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This type is the most recent in the list of classifications<\/strong> and was only made in 1973.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The dogs are often kept by shepherds and farmers<\/strong> alike who take care of a large number of animals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A herding dog is one that’s able to dominate over the animals<\/strong> and exercise its control, making the animals follow him and so as he directs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They are very popular in farms and ranches<\/strong> where they are often found helping their master deal with and take care of other animals<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The breeds that come under this category of dogs<\/strong> are usually the Australian Cattle Dog and the Sheppard, the Border Collie, and English sheepdogs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Sporting Dogs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Next on the list of dogs based on their usefulness and characteristics<\/strong> are sporting dogs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These dogs are used mainly for sports<\/strong> such as hunting and fishing, amongst other outdoor activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These dogs have a strong sense of smell<\/strong>, and just like their herding counterparts have plenty of stamina to go running around<\/strong> with their owners when out hunting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While hunting as a sport has many restrictions<\/strong> imposed on it today, the olden days were quite different. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Men would often go on a hunting spree<\/strong> on equipped with what was called a Shooting Brake, which was a horse-drawn carriage<\/strong> with all the equipment they might need. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Their sporting dogs would often accompany<\/strong> them on such trips and be primarily used to track down game and even help with the final kil<\/strong>l. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These dogs need plenty of exercise<\/strong> and runs because of how energetic they are. Some examples of these breeds are Golden Retrievers, Huskies, and Hounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Non-sporting dogs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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On the other side of the overly enthusiastic and energetic dogs<\/strong> are the ones who would instead relax in your backyard all day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These dogs aren’t bred for sports alone<\/strong> and can be used for activities. These dogs may be used as guard dogs, family dogs<\/strong>, or the ones that are more of a style statement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These dogs usually need more effort in maintaining and taking c<\/strong>are of them. Their sizes may vary widely, though most of them are usually to keep at home<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They don’t need too much exercise<\/strong> and are comparatively calmer and less agile<\/strong> than their sporting counterparts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These dogs are for people who can’t spend too much time with the dog away from work and would like to keep something that doesn’t need too much maintaining.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Breeds of such dogs are Bulldogs, Dalmatians, and Boxers. These dogs usually show dogs<\/strong> and are bred for their looks and appeal over their friendliness<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Working dogs <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Just as humans go to work and have various jobs<\/strong> and tasks to perform, various kinds of dogs also do the same. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While their job is not as complicated<\/strong> as doing your taxes or running a company, it’s more along the lines of public service and serving humans<\/strong> who need them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such dogs are also known as service dogs<\/strong> and are have the sole purpose of looking after or doing the job they have been trained<\/strong> for. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such dogs usually work as police dogs, rescue dogs<\/strong>, or service dogs. A police dog, as the name suggests, is your usual K-9 that works with law enforcement agencies<\/strong> throughout the world for the betterment of society. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These dogs can also be part of bomb disposal<\/strong> and drug detection dogs because of their heightened sense of smell and the ability to find things their human handlers<\/strong> might miss. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Examples of such dogs are usually Labradors and German Shepherds<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A rescue dog works with paramedics to help<\/strong> in search and rescue operations and access places humans may find difficult. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They also find people under rubble<\/strong> when humans can’t hear them. In special places where the temperatures are very low, St Bernard’s are trained to carry a cask<\/strong> of rum to use as a medicine for anyone suffering from hypothermia<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Service dogs are specially trained dogs<\/strong> who move around with people with special needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They are trained to cater to their personal needs<\/strong> and always act as guards and serve them when needed. These dogs can be of any breed as requested and needed by the patient<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Hounds<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Similar to the dogs that work as sporting dogs<\/strong>, hounds have one job alone \u2013 to track and hunt any subject their handlers<\/strong> might need of them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Their sense of smell is the strongest of all dogs<\/strong>, and they also have a stamina that can keep them running for miles together without breaking a sweat<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They’re also fast dogs, which means they can keep up<\/strong> with most subjects on foot without ease and track them down before the subjects<\/strong> make a run for it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because of their heightened sense of smell<\/strong> and their ability to track almost anything that moves, hounds are famous amongst hunters. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even in the olden days of law enforcement agencies<\/strong>, hounds were used to track down escaped convicts, especially when the terrain was difficult<\/strong> to see and steer through. They are skillful dogs and can easily track down whoever they’re out hunting for<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some famous breeds of hounds include the Beagle<\/strong>, the Bloodhound, and the Greyhound. They are all well-known family dogs <\/strong>and are often kept by families as one, but one shouldn’t disregard their legendary sense of smell<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Terriers<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Next on the list of dogs are terriers<\/strong>. They are small dogs that aren’t widely known for their ability to bond with other dogs<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This may make them tough to keep with other dogs<\/strong> as you may find a terrier often snapping and biting at the legs of others around him<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A terrier is used to describe a dog that digs<\/strong> into the earth to catch its prey. These dogs are smaller in size than your average everyday Joe, but they still make for fantastic family dogs<\/strong> for anyone who’s in half a mind if keeping any one of them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The class of terriers is a wide one, with as many as 25 different breeds<\/strong> making it into the classification. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some common terriers kept by people as their dogs are the Australian Terriers<\/strong>, the Irish Terrier, and the Bull Terrier. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They may not be able to bond well with other dogs<\/strong>, but they make fantastic pets and are as faithful and friendly as dogs come. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Toy breeds <\/h2>\n\n\n
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The last category in the list are dogs that are a fashion statement<\/strong> over utility. This means that these dogs don’t have a heightened sense of smell,<\/strong> aren’t suitable for rescue and relief, and are not the types you want, pulling your sleigh across the Arctic<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They are instead dogs that are best kept with small families<\/strong>. They aren’t difficult to maintain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Their lack of shenanigans and the fact that they don’t perform<\/strong> too many heavy tasks or fulfill any obligations also results<\/strong> in them having a comparatively longer lifespan when compared to the other dogs on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Their small size also makes it easier for owners to keep them<\/strong> in small and tight places without the need to push them around and take them on long walks to exercise them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These dogs are usually Pugs, Poodles, and Pomeranians<\/strong>. They fit the perfect hammer in the head for people who need dogs to enjoy the loyalty and friendship<\/strong> of but can also not afford to keep a big dog due to lack of space to maintain them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These are The seven types of dog breeds<\/strong> you’ll find around you. All other breeds usually get classified into subcategories under these types. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

No matter what dog you plan to keep and under what category<\/strong> it lies, an indisputable fact of life is that if you take good care of your dog, he’ll take good care of you too. No matter what you do in life<\/strong>, your dog will always love you and stay loyal to you. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Man’s best friend has been around for a very long time. Evolution has taught us that dogs have come a long way from their original ancestors- the wolves. They are much more friendly, are undeniably lovable, and come in all shapes and sizes to fit your every need. Owning a dog is full of joy … <\/p>\n

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