IRISH SETTER

 

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DESCRIPTION:- Appearance 

Irish Setter are originated in Ireland. Their coat is moderately long, and of a red or chestnut colour. It requires brushing to maintain its condition and keep it mat-free.

The Irish Setter stipulates stand 58 to 67cm tall, and female be 55 to 62 cm tall. Irish Setters male weight is 30 to 35 kg and female weight is 25 to 30 kg. The life expectancy of Irish Setter is 11 to 12 years. 

Temperament:- 

Irish Setter well with childrens and other dog also. Irish Setter are an active dog breed and requires long daily walks and off-lead running in wide open spaces.

                                                       Irish Setters are not well-suited as guard dogs, as they are not a naturally assertive breed.

10 facts about german shepherd

 

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1. German Shepherds originated from Germany in the year 1899.

2. They are hugely popular. In fact the 2nd most popular in the United States of America behind only the Labrador!

3. They are the third smartest breed of dog in the world.

4. Many German Shepherds are used as police dogs due to their intelligence and agility.

5. German shepherds bites are one of the strongest dog bites.

6. They are as tall as 25 to 27 inches, and weight as much as 79-88 pounds.

7. German shepherds can be aggressive or passive depending on their environment.

8. German shepherds can have floppy ears while teething.

9. 'Shepsky' is the mixed breed of German Shepherds and Siberian Husky.

10. The average life span for a German shepherd is 10-13 years.

INDIAN DOG BREEDS PART-4

 Gull Terrier :-

 

The Gull Terrier is also known for being very fast, very agile and smooth on his feet. They are poorly suited for children including older children. This is one of the Indian dog breed known when it comes to defending their family to give their lives.

 Some features of this dog breed:- 

1. Height:- 19 to 22 inches.

2. Weight:- 25 to 30 kg.

3. Group:- terrier.

4. Life span:- 10 to 14 years.

5. Price:- 480 dollar to 820 dollar.

Vanjari Hound:- 

It is a dog of the greyhound type used by Rajasthan's nomadic vanjari. Especially as a hunting sighthound. It was also used as a gaurd dog and a herding dog. Vanjari's body is nearly hairless. Most of them are grey or black mouse, fawn, etc.

Some features of this dog breed:- 

1. Height:- 25 to 28 inches.

2. Weight:- 25 to 30 kg.

3. Group:- Hound.

4. Life span:- 12 to 15 years.

5. Price:- N/A.

Kumaon Mastiff:-

Kumaon Mastiff is one of the strongest Indian dog breed. They've got a big strong head and a strong neck. They have a short, soft coat that always comes in brindle, from shades of dark to shades of light. These dogs have a great ability to guard and display a protective instinct against strangers.

Some features of this dog breed:-

1. Height:- 23 to 27 inches.

2. Weight:- 70 to 85 kg.

3. Group:- working.

4. Life span:- 10 to 12 kg.

5. Price:- 820 to 1600 dollar.

Rampur  Greyhound :-

The Rampur's head is broader and more compact than the English Greyhound's neck. Their toes are very articulated and flexible, any they can even bend a little backwards. This breed comes in colours like grizzle, mouse-gray, brindle and rarely black.

Some features of this dog breed:- 

1. Height:- 13 to 28 inches.

2. Weight:- 25 to 30 kg.

3. Group:- hound.

4. Life span:- 12 to 14 years.

5. Price:- 100 to 200 dollar.

 Mahratta Greyhound:-

Mahratta is one of the rare Indian dog breed.

The Mahratta is a compact, well-muscled, deep-seated and strong backed sighthound. This breed comes in the color of dark blue and bronze. The coat is short and offer good protection against the different elements of India:- 

Some features of this dog breed:- 

1. Height:- 22 to 30 inches.

2. Weight:- 25 to 30 kg.

3. Group:- hound.

4. Life span:- 10 to 14 years.

5. Price:- N/A.

10 INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT LABRADORS

1. The oldest Labrador on record was a black Labrador named Bella, who lived to 29 years old!

2. The Labrador Retriever is not, originally from Labrador. They originate from the area of Canada known as Newfoundland. 

3. Labradors are the most popular dog breed in America and the United Kingdom.

4. Labradors are loved for hunting and fishing, they are also the most common dog put the work as a guide.

5. Labradors love to eat and will usually only skip food if ill, That is why they are prone to obesity if not exercised.

6. Labradors loved to around people and need a lot of affection, as well as plenty of exercise to burn off all that energy.

7. The average Labradors can hit a speed of around 10-12 MPH in roughly three second time!

8. Labrador are intelligent, easy to train, eager to please and have a gentle temperament.

9. Labradors have two layers coat: a short, thick topcoat and a relatively water- resistant undercoat. This two- layers coat protects them from cold and wet weather.

10. The average life span for a Labrador is 10-12 years

BARNESE MOUNTAIN DOG

Bernese mountain dog is large sized - dog breed. This is an working dog from Switzerland. They are great watchdogs. Bernese mountain dog get their name from the city of Bern( in Switzerland ) because they are originated there. They are very good family dog and do well with other pets also. They come into black  tri-color. The average weight of male is between 35-45 kg and female weight is between 33-42 kg also the average height of male is between 65-72 cm and female height is between 55-65 cm.

 1:- Playfulness:- 3/5 marks

2:- Watchfulness :- 4/5 marks 

3:- Training :- 4/5 marks

4:- Energy level :- 3/5 marks

5:- Nature :- 4/5 marks

The life expectancy of bernese mountain dog is 6 to 10 years and the average price is between $900 to $2500 dollar.

AMERICAN BULLY

 American bully is medium-sized dog breed. They are confident, loyal and devoted to their families. American bully is originated in United States of America. The average height is 32-50cm and the average weight is 30-40 kg. The life expectancy is 8 to 13 years and the average price of American bully is $2500 to $5000 dollar.

CHOW CHOW

The Chow Chow is a medium-sized dog breed. They originated in China. They have black, blue, fawn, cream and red colours.

• Height:- male:- 48-55cm and female:- 45-50cm.
• Weight: male:- 25-33kg and female:- 20-25kg.
• Temperament:- loyal, quiet and independent. 

The life expectancy of Chow Chow is 9-15 years and the price of Chow Chow in India comes around Rs. 35000.

PAPILLON

The papillon is a small sized dog breed. They originated in France, Spain and Belgium. Papillon are good with childrens and other pets also. Sometimes, Papillon get aggressive when they notice any bad behaviour from strangers.

1. Height:- male:- 20-29cm and female:- 20-28cm.
2. Weight:- male:- 3.5-4.5kg ans female:- 3-4kg.

They have white, fawn&white, sable, red&white, white&chocolate and black&white colours. Papillon are energetic, intelligent, friendly and alert dog breed.
                    The life expectancy of Papillon is 13 to 15 years. The average price of Papillon in India starts from Rs.30000 to Rs.45000.

OLD ENGLISH SHEEPDOG

The Old English Sheepdog is a large sized dog breed. They originated in England. Old English Sheepdog is good-natured and friendly with other pets also. They have blue merle, blue, grey and grizzle colours.

1. Height:- male:- 55-60cm and female:- 50-55cm.
2. Weight:- male:- 33-45kg and female:- 26-35kg.
3. Temperament:- intelligent, playful, sociable, bubbly and loving.

The life expectancy of Old English Sheepdog is 10 to 12 years. The average price of Old English Sheepdog in India starts from Rs.50000 to Rs.70000.

CHIHUAHUA

Chihuahua is small sized dog breed. They originated in Mexico. There are many types of Chihuahua:-

1. Smooth-coat Chihuahua. 
2. Long-coat Chihuahua.
3. Apple head Chihuahua.
4. Deer head Chihuahua.
5. Teacup Chihuahua.
6. Fawn Chihuahua.
7. Pear headed Chihuahua.
8. Chillier Chihuahua.
9. Chiweenie Chihuahua.
10. Chihuahua-Terrier.

They have black, fawn, white, chocolate, cream and gold colours. The average height of Chihuahua is 15-25cm and the average weight of Chihuahua is 2to4kg. They are quick, lively, courageous and alert dog breed.
             The life expectancy of Chihuahua is 13 to 20 years. The average price of Chihuahua in India starts from Rs.8000 to Rs.25000.

POINTER(dog breed)

The Pointer is a medium to large sized dog breed.  They have liver, orange&white, black&white, lemon&white, black and liver&white colours. Pointers are wonderful family dogs and very well with childrens. They are very friendly towards strangers.

1. Height:- male:- 55-70cm and female: 52-65cm.
2. Weight:- male: 20-35kg and female:- 15-30kg.
3. Temperament:- kind,loyal,active and amiable.

The life expectancy of Pointer is 12 to 17 years. The average price of Pointer in India starts from Rs. 25000 to Rs.40000.

ENGLISH COCKER SPANIEL

English Cocker Spaniel is a medium size dog breed. This is a breed of gun dog. They have black, orange roan, black&tan, blue roam, orange&white, lemon&white, liver roan, liver&white, liver, tri-color, ash, liver&tan, silver, golden, black&white and red colours.

1. Height:- male:- 38-43cm and female:- 35-40cm.
2. Weight:- male:- 13-17kg and female:- 12-16kg.
3. Temperament:- friendly, playful, faithful, affectionate and quiet.

The life expectancy of English Cocker Spaniel is 12 to 15 years. The average price of English Cocker Spaniel in India starts from Rs.25000 to Rs.30000.

POODLE

Poodle is a formal dog breed. There origin in Germany and France. They comes into three varieties:-

1. Toy Poodle(24-28cm).
2. Miniature Poodle(30-35cm).
3. Standard Poodle(45-60cm).
4. Medium Poodle(35-45cm).

They have black, white, cream, grey, sable, black&white, blue, brown, silver and red colours. Poodle is alert, intelligent, faithful and playful dog breed. The life expectancy of Poodle is 12 to 15 years. The average price of Poodle in India starts from Rs.50000 to Rs.65000.

SHIBA INU

Shiba Inu is a small to medium sized dog breed. There origin in Japan. They were train for hunting. Shiba Inu have black&tan, red, sesame, red sesame, cream and black sesame colours. They are good family dog and playful with childrens.

• Height:- male:- 35-45cm and female:- 32-40cm.
• Weight:- male:- 8-12kg and female:- 7-10kg.
• Temperament:- charming, fearless, alert and faithful.

The life expectancy of Shiba Inu is 12 to 15 years. The average price of Shiba Inu in India starts from Rs.70000 to Rs.100000.

BULLDOG

The Bulldog, also known as British Bulldog or English Bulldog. They are medium-sized dog breed. There origin in England and United kingdom. Bulldog is a wonderful family pet and loving to most children. They are not dangerous and less aggressive as compare to many other dog breeds.

• Height:- male:- 30-40cm and female:- 30-40cm.
• Weight:- male:- 20-25kg and female:- 18-23kg.
• Temperament:- friendly, willful and gregarious.

Bulldog have white, piebald, fawn&white, fawn, red&white, brindle&white, red and red brindle colours. The life expectancy of Bulldog is 8 to 10 years. The price of Bulldog in India starts from Rs.25000 to Rs.90000.

INDIAN DOG BREEDS PART-3

1. Mudhol hound:- The Mudhol hound also known as Caravan hound is an Indian dog breed. They are loyal, graceful and courageous. The price of Mudhol hound is Rs.10000.
2. Jonangi:- The Jonangi, also known as jonangi jagilam or kolleti jagilam is an Indian dog breed. There origin in India and Pakistan also. They are spunky, vigilant and primitive.
3. Kaikadi:- The kaikadi is a terrier dog breed. There origin in India. They are friendly, affectionate and watchful.
4. Bully kutta:- Bully kutta also known as Indian or Pakistan mastiff. There origin in India and Sindh. This breed is used for hunting and guarding.
5. Vikhan Sheepdog:- The VikhanSheepdog is medium to large sized dog breed. There origin in India and Pakistan also. They are fearless and intelligent dog.

St. Bernard

St. Bernard is a giant sized dog breed. There origin in Switzerland and Italy. They are friendly, gentle, watchful and loyal dog breed. They have Red&white, brownish-yellow, reddish-brown brindle, reddish-brown splash and reddish- brown mantle colours.

• Height:- male:-72-90cm and female:- 68-80cm.
• Weight:- male:-65-80 kg and female:- 55-70kg.

The life expectancy of St. Bernard is 8 to 10 years. The average price of St. Bernard in India comes around Rs 25000 to Rs 30000.

ROTTWEILER

The Rottweiler is a medium to large sized domestic dog breed. They are generally used as guard dogs. There origin in Germany.

• Colours:- black, tan and mahogany.
•  Height:- male:- 61-70cm and female:- 55-65cm.
• Weight:- male:- 50-60kg and female:- 38-50kg.
• Temperament:- self-assured, fearless, devoted, steady, good-natured, alert and confident. 

The life expectancy of Rottweiler is 8 to 10 years. The average price of Rottweiler in India comes around Rs.18000 to Rs.25000.

BEAGLE

The Beagle is a medium-sized dog breed. There origin in United kingdom, England and Great Britain. They are loyal, friendly, intelligent and playful dog breed. Beagles are good family dogs and good with childrens. They requires lot of attention and exercise. They have tri-color, white&tan, lemon&white, red&white, white&chocolate and orange&white. The average weight of beagles is 10-12 years and the average height of beagles is 35-40cm. The life expectancy of beagles is 12-15 years. The average price of beagles in India comes around Rs.20000 to Rs.28000.

BOXER

The boxer is a medium to large sized dog breed. They originated in Germany and Munich. Their coat is smooth and tight-fitted.

• Colours:- white, brindle and fawn.
• Height:- male:- 58-65cm and female:- 50-60cm.
• Weight:- male:- 28-32kg and female:- 25-30kg.
• Temperament:- intelligent, cheerful, loyal, friendly, devoted and energetic.

Boxers are comes into dangerous dog breed due to their attacks on strangers. The life expectancy of boxer is 10 to 12 years. The average price of boxer in India comes around Rs.20000 to Rs.40000.

BORDER COLLIE

Border collie is a medium-sized dog breed. They were also known as working and herding dogs. It is no. 1 smartest dog in the world. They are energetic, playful, tenacious and responsible dogs. They have black, white, blue, blue merle, red merle, brindle, chocolate, liver, sable merle and gold colours. The average height of male is between 48-55cm and female height is between 45-53cm. The average weight of male is between 14-20kg and female weight is between 12-18kg. There origin in Scotland, United kingdom, Ireland, England and Wales. Border collies are very wonderful family dogs. They are very faithful with their owners and good with childrens. The life expectancy of Border collie is 10 to 17 years. The average cost of Border collie in India comes around Rs.15000 to Rs.25000.

SIBERIAN HUSKY

Siberian husky is a medium-sized dog breed. They are also known as working dogs.  Siberian husky are outgoing, friendly, intelligent and gentle dog breed. The average weight of male is between 20- 28kg and female weight is between 16-25kg. The average height of male is between 54-60cm and female height is between 50-55cm. This breed belongs to the spitz genetic family. They have black, white, agouti, sable, black&tan, black&white, Brown, red and grey colours. They have many different eyes colours also:-

• Brown
• Ice blue
• Light brown 
• Deep blue
• Green
• Amber
• Brown

Siberian husky originated in Seberia. The life expectancy of Siberian husky is 11 to 15 years. The average price of Siberian husky in India comes around Rs.40000 to Rs.60000.

INDIAN DOG BREEDS PART-2

1. Bakharwal dog:- the bakharwal dog is an ancient breed. They are loyal, protective and courageous dog breed.
2. Kanni:- the kanni is a rare indigenous south Indian dog breed. They are agile, protective and graceful dog breed.
3. Rajapalayam:- the Rajapalayam is an sighthoun Indian dog breed. They have black, white and browns colours. They are loyal and friendly dog breed.
4. Combai:- the combai is a dog breed found in South India.  They have Brown and red colours. They are aggressive and savage dog breed.
5. Gull dong:- the gull dong is a dog breed found in India and Pakistan also. They have black, white and brindle colours. They are stubborn and aggressive dog breed

DALMATIAN

Dalmatian is a large-sized dog breed. They are energetic, protective, outgoing and playful dogs. Dalmatians originated in Croatia. The average height of male is between 57-60 cm and female height is between 55-58 cm. The average weight of male is between 15-30 kg and female weight is between 16-30 kg. They have liver&white and black&white colours. They are loyal with their family and good with children. Sometimes, Dalmatian get aggressive when they notice any bad behaviour from strangers. The life expectancy of Dalmatians is 10 to 14 years. The average price of Dalmatians in India comes around Rs. 20000 to Rs. 25000. 

DACHSHUND

Dachshund is a short- legged, long- bodied, hound- type dog breed. They are also known as sausage dog or wiener dog. Dachshund are very intelligent dogs with an independent nature. Dachshund have black, blue & tan, chocolate & tan, chocolate & cream, tan and red colours. There are three types of dachshund coat varieties:- 

• Short-haired dachshunds.
• Long-haired dachshunds.
• Wired- haired dachshunds.

And,There are also three types of dachshund according to size:-

• Standard size dachshunds.
• Miniature dachshunds.
• Kaninchen dachshunds.

Dachshunds originated in Germany. The life expectancy of dachshund is 12 to 15 years. The average price of dachshund in India comes around Rs. 8000 to Rs. 10000.

GERMAN SHEPHERD

German shepherd is medium to large size dog breed. It's originated in Germany. German shepherd is 3 SMARTEST dog breed. They are also known as working dogs. German shepherd have black, black and tan, sable, red and black, grey, black and silver colours. German shepherd ad an ideal family dog. German shepherd is an intelligent dog breed. There are five types of German shepherd:-

1. Saddle coat German shepherd.
2. Black German shepherd.
3. Sable German shepherd. 
4. Panda German shepherd. 
5. White German shepherd. 

The life expectancy of German shepherd is 10 to 13 years. The average price of German shepherd in India starts from Rs. 12000 to Rs. 20000.

INDIAN DOG BREEDS

1. PARIAH DOG :- The pariah dog breed is very social dog and highly intelligent dog. 
2. CHIPPIPARAI:- Chippiparai is one of the breed of Indian hunting dogs and a wonderful watch dogs.
3. INDIAN SPITZ:- The spitz is small size dog breed and look like pomeranian dog. INDIAN spitz is one of the most popular dogs in India.
4. PANDIKONA:- Pandikona are hunting dog found in Andhra Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. This breed is very faithful and good with children. 
5. GADDI KUTTA:- Gaddi kutta is mountain dog found in Himalayas region of northern India. Gaddi kutta used by local shepherds to repulse snow leopard attacks.

TOP TEN SMARTEST DOGS

1. BORDER COLLIE 
2. POODLE 
3. GERMAN SHEPHERD 
4. GOLDEN RETRIEVER 
5. DOBERMAN 
6. LABRADOR RETRIEVER 
7. SHETLAND SHEEPDOG 
8. BLOODHOUND 
9. PAPILLON 
10. ROTTWEILER 

POMERANIAN

The pomeranian is small size dog breed. It is breed of the spitz type that is named for the pomerania region. Pomeranians are generally perky and friendly dogs. The life expectancy of a pomeranian is 12 to 15 years. Pomeranians have white, grey- shaded,Brown and orange colours. The cost of a pomeranian in India starts from Rs. 3000. 

Golden retriever

Golden retriever is a medium large size dog breed. This breed has actually three different colours- golden, light golden and dark golden. Golden retriever are highly intelligent and playful dogs. The average weight of golden retriever is between 30-36kg and the average height is between 51-60cm. The life expectancy of golden retriever is 10 to 12 years. The cost of golden retriever in India starts from Rs 20000.

Labrador Retriever

Labrador Retriever is a medium-large size dog breed. Labrador has black,white (brown shaded) and chocolate colours. They are good-natured dogs as compared to other dogs. The average weight of labrador has 30-34 kg and the average height is between 55-60 cm. Labrador has familiar with everyone. The life expectancy of a labrador is 10 to 14 years. The cost of a labrador in India starts from Rs. 8000.

PUGS

PUGS are small-size breed dogs. They are loyal, playful and charming dogs. They are very intelligent. Pugs become very aggressive when they not properly socialized. This breed have short-muzzled face, and curled tail. They have black,fawn,apricot and silver fawn colours. The life expectancy of a pug is 12 to 15 years. The cost of a pug in India starts from rs.5000 to rs.20000.