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.