Breeds Of Dogs Chart (Page 2 of 4) in pdf

a. Beagles range in weight from 18 - 30

2. B eagle

pounds and are usually about 13 - 15" at

English

the shoulder.

noted for their rabbit hunting ability

b. Colors range from a blue, white, black,

orange, or hound type tri-coloring.

-one of the most docile of all breeds

3. B loodhound

Colors range from tawny to black

-can track a scent that is several hours old.

French

and tan or red and tan.

-They are affectionate, but somewhat shy, non

Bloodhounds are the largest of

aggressive, and sensitive to correction and kindness

the hound group

and excellent pets for children.

4. G reyhound

- are good at hunting all types of game. Because of

-Best known for speed,

its speed, greyhounds were used in packs to catch

greyhounds are mainly used

were favorites of Egyptian royalty.

their quarry and pull it down.

in the United States for racing.

-Not recommended as a companion dog for children.

- Valuable as a show dog,

One of the Best known and most widely distributed

Terrier:

1. F ox T errier

may be either smooth or wired,

purebred dogs noted for their courage in hunting

depending on the type of hair coat

england

animals underground.

White should be the dominant color.

easy to train, affectionate, and good companion

Brindle, red, or liver are to be

2. M iniature

avoided..

- Good apartment dog and pet that is fond of

Less than 20 pounds and only 12 –

is a German breed developed to

children.

Schnauzer

14" in height at the shoulder, stocky,

hunt badger, fox, weasel, etc.

- Intelligent, hardy and healthy.

and wire- haired.

3. P arson R ussell

smooth or wirehaired coat

known for its alert, confident, and ready attitude.

England

Color: White with black or tan

Terrier

markings or a combination of

Recognized by the American Kennel

the three colors.

Club as part of the Terrier. formerly

average 13 - 17 pounds

the Jack Russell Terrier.

Height at the shoulder: 12 – 15"

Working:

1. G reat D ane

is one of two largest breeds of dogs

and is friendly companion or watchdog

Weight: average 110-150 pounds

Egyptian

Height at the shoulder: more than

28" -30"

perform a service to

2. S aint B ernard

humans such as pulling

Excellent sense of smell and coat made it suitable to

are one of the two largest breeds

sleds, protecting property

perform rescue in extreme mountain climate

Color: Red with white markings or

, doing rescue work, and

Switzerland/Italy

conditions.

white with red markings.

carrying messages

Peaceful, quiet, and gentle(good companions)

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