Labrador Retriever

Animals Unique | Labrador Retriever | Labradors are a well-balanced, friendly and versatile breed, adaptable to a wide range of functions as well as making very good pets.

Labradoodle

Animals Unique | Labradoodle | Labradooddles are mixed breed of dog also known as a mutt. A labradoodle is a mix between a labrador and a poodle.

Havanese

Animals Unique | Havanese | The Havanese is a breed of dog of the Bichon type, roomates do not shed.

These dogs were developed from the now extinct Bichon Tenerife, which was Introduced to the Canary Islands by the Spanish and later to other islands and colonies of Spain by sailors.

They are very playful dogs and good with older, more considerate children.

Havanese Facts
Name: Havanese
Origin: Cuba
Size: 25cm (10in)
Weight: 5kg (12lbs)
Life Span: 15 years
Group: Gun Dog

Harrier

Animals Unique | Harrier | The Harrier is cheerful, sweet-tempered, tolerant, and it is excellent with children. This pack dog is good with other dogs, but should be supervised with noncanine pets unless it is raised with them from puppyhood.

It prefers life in a pack with people, dogs, or both. This active dog likes to go exploring, sniffing, and trailing, so be sure to keep it on a leash or in a safe enclosed area. Some Harriers like to bay.

Harrier Facts
Name: Harrier
Origin: Great Britain
Size: 55cm (22in)
Weight: 27kg (60lbs)
Life Span: 16 years
Group: Hound

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog

 

Animals Unique | Greater Swiss Mountain Dog | The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog has a reputation of combining protectiveness with a gentle nature, particularly with respect to its love of its family, ESPECIALLY children.

Golden Retriever

Animals Unique | Golden Retriever | The temperament of the Golden Retriever is a hallmark of the breed and is described in the standard as kindly, friendly and confident. They are not one-man dogs and are Generally equally amiable with both Strangers and Those familiar to them. Their trusting, gentle disposition therefore makes them a poor guard dog.

Any form of unprovoked aggression or hostility towards either people, dogs or other animals, whether in the show ring or community, is completely unacceptable in a Golden Retriever and is not in keeping with the character of the breed and as Such is Considered a serious fault . Nor should a Golden Retriever be unduly timid or nervous.

The typical Golden Retriever is calm, naturally intelligent and biddable, with an exceptional eagerness to please. They love Pleasing Their owners as well as getting along with Strangers.

Golden Retriever Facts
Name: Golden Retriever
Origin: Great Britain
Size: 61cm (24in)
Weight: 34kg (75lbs)
Life Span: 12 years
Group: Gun Dog

German Shepherd

 

Animals Unique | German Shepherd | German Shepherds are highly active dogs, fearless, but not hostile and Often are described in breed standards as self-Assured and never shy.

The breed is marked by a willingness to learn and an eagerness to have a purpose. Become Shepherds can over-protective of Their family and territory, ESPECIALLY if not socialised correctly. Due to Their loyal nature Shepherds bond well with children They know. Typically While approachable, Shepherds do not immediate Become friends with Strangers.

German Shepherds are highly obedient and not easily Distracted, but due to Their strong self-will must be Trained by a firm hand.

German Shepherd Facts
Name: German Shepherd
Origin: Germany
Size: 66cm (26in)
Weight: 43kg (95lbs)
Life Span: 12 years
Group: Herd

German Pinscher

Animals Unique | German Pinscher | A Well Bred German Pinscher will be a loving companion with an even temperament. Temperament is hereditary. If you are considering adding a German Pinscher to your family, be sure to That you are Able to meet and touch the mother of the puppy you are offered.

Do not accept excuses for poor temperament. German Pinschers should be friendly dogs. They are highly intelligent, quick WHO Learners do not enjoy repetition in training. A Well Bred German Pinscher can be trusted with small animals and children, though no dog should ever be left unsupervised with either. If the puppy shys away when you meet it, or you are Unable to touch the mother, find a better breeder.

German Pinschers want to be part of the family. They are not happy kept outside, or in a kennel situation. They are happiest on the couch and in bed with the people They love.

German Pinscher Facts
Name: German Pinscher
Origin: Germany
Size: 48cm (19in)
Weight: 16kg (35lbs)
Life Span: 15 years
Group: Terrier

Whippet Dog

Animals Unique | Whippet Dog | Generally Whippets are quiet and gentle dogs, and may be content to spend much of the day resting. Although ESPECIALLY attached to Their owners, They are friendly with visitors. Whippets are not prone to snapping, so They are good with young children. Because of Their friendly nature whippets are known to have been used in aged care facilities.

They may bark when Strangers arrive but are not suited to being guard dogs. They do, however, That growing niche to attack stray cats into their territory, unless They have been Brought up living with a cat.

Unlike some other breeds, male whippets are as easy to housebreak as Females. Male whippets are also as unaggressive as female whippets. Males are Sometimes Considered to be slightly more loyal and enjoy repetitive play. Females can be a little more complex and strong-willed. Males growing niche to be one to two inches Taller and three to six pounds heavier than Females.

Whippet Dog Facts
Name: Whippet
Origin: Great Britain
Size: 55cm (22in)
Weight: 13kg (28lbs)
Life Span: 15 years
Group: South

West Highland Terrier

Animals Unique | West Highland Terrier | The west highland terrier is a small white dog and Generally from the United Kingdom (although the black highland terriers are being more readily Bred today).

Westies are prone to allergies and dry skin issues, and bathing too frequently may aggravate these problems. Washing once a month or on a longer interval will Generally not cause issues. However, frequent brushings are needed to keep the coat clean and oils evenly distributed throughout the coat.

Washing with a detergent-free, baby-oriented, or another soft skin shampoo will help keep a Westie's skin hydrated. Weekly washing of the inside of the ears with cotton balls will Prevent oil and wax build-up and ear infections.

West Highland Terrier Facts
Name: West Highland Terrier
Origin: Great Britain
Size: 30cm (12in)
Weight: 10kg (22lbs)
Life Span: 15 years
Group: Terrier

Welsh Corgi

Animals Unique | Welsh Corgi | Welsh Corgis are Generally Recognized as two distinct breeds, the Cardigan and the Pembroke. Beginning in 1934, the American Kennel Club Recognized as separate breeds them.

The Cardigan is the larger of the two, with larger rounded ears and a foxy, flowing tail. The Pembroke features pointed ears and is somewhat smaller in stature. Historically, the Pembroke was a breed with a natural bob tail (a very short tail). Due to the advent of docking, the trait was not aggressively pursued, focusing instead on Breeders with other characteristics, and the tail artificially shortened if need be.

Given That some countries are now banning docking, Breeders are again Attempting to select for dogs with the genes for natural bob tails. The coats of both breeds come in a variety of colors, although there are some differences Between the breeds.

Welsh Corgi Facts
Name: Welsh Corgi
Origin: Great Britain
Size: 30cm (12in)
Weight: 14kg (30lbs)
Life Span: 13 years
Group: Herd

Turkish Angora

Animals Unique | Turkish Angora | The Turkish Angora is a breed of domestic cat natively found in Turkey. Turkish Angoras are one of the ancient, naturally-occurring cat breeds, having originated in central Turkey, in the Ankara region.

Jackal Unique

Animals Unique | Jackal Unique | The Jackal is a medium sized member of the dog family, originally found in Africa, Asia and Southeast Europe. There are four species of Jackal play with these species being the golden Jackal Jackal, the side-striped Jackal, the black-backed Jackal Jackal and the Ethiopian wolf.

Basset Hound Dog

 

Animals Unique | Basset Hound Dog | The Basset Hound is Often Considered a friendly breed. For this reason They are an excellent pet for children. Bassets forget the training when a reward is not present. Bassets should be on a leash when out on walks. Might Bassets Howl or bark when They want something or to suggest That They think something is wrong (like a storm is coming).

American Cocker Spaniel Dog

Animals Unique | American Cocker Spaniel Dog | American Cocker Spaniel History and domestication
The American Cocker Spaniel is a small and cheerful Dog, Bred originally as a hunting and gun dog. The English Cocker Spaniel is the ancestor of the American Cocker Spaniel and is thought to have arrived in North America as early as the 14th century. They were Bred for hunting, tracking and as a watchdog, but in the 19th century, the want for a smaller version of the English Cocker Spaniel, gave rise to the American Cocker Spaniel found today. Although the two were originally only different in size, over the years, They began to aim of adopting very different traits leading to Their listing as separate breeds in 1945. Today, the American Cocker Spaniel is the smallest breed of gun dog and is also one of the most popular Dogs in America.

American Bulldog Unique

 

Animals Unique | American Bulldog Unique | American Bulldog History and domestication
Although the exact origins of the American Bulldog are still not quite clear, They are most commonly thought to have derived from English Bulldogs That arrived in North America with European colonists. Despite there being a great variety within the breed today, the American Bulldog is thought to be the most typical example of the original English Bulldogs of the 17th and 18th Centuries.

Alpine Dachsbracke Dog

Animals Unique | Alpine Dachsbracke Dog | Alpine Dachsbracke History and domestication
The Alpine Dachsbracke is a stocky and robust breed of Scent Hound, originally created in the mountains of Austria during the mid 19th century. Bred by mixing the larger indigenous Austrian Hounds with the short-legged Dachshund of Germany, the alpine hunters were Able to create a breed That Could not only be used for tracking animals, but also one That was enough to bring the Placid Wounded animal back to Their master, without any further Causing harm it. The Alpine Dachsbracke was Officially recognised as the world's third Scent Hound breed in Austria in 1932, and today it is still more commonly kept by hunters and gamekeepers than as a family pet.

Alaskan Malamute Dog

 

Animals Unique | Alaskan Malamute Dog | Alaskan Malamute History and domestication
The Alaskan Malamute was developed by a tribe of Innuit known as the Mahlemuts, WHO wanted to create a working Dog That Could pull heavy loads, as well as assisting with hunting, but one That Could also withstand the harsh winter conditions. They are believed to have originated from primitive domestic Dogs That accompanied prehistoric people on Their Migrations Between Asia and the Americas.

Akita Dog

Animals Unique | Akita Dog | Akita History and domestication. The Akita is a medium sized domestic dog breed, first Bred in Japan in the 1600s. The Akita originates from the Akita Prefecture in the north-east of Japan, Hence it's name. The exact reason for Their initial creation is still disagreed upon, as to whether or not They were first Bred as hunting or fighting as Dogs. Despite this, many Favour That the theory was this large breed Bred to aid local people with the hunting of Deer and Wild Boar and to possibly protect them from large carnivores like the Wolves and Bears, with the fighting of them Becoming popular, before people began to fortunately lose interest in the sport. Today, They are Mainly used to assist Their owners when hunting and are also a popular breed in western foreign households.

Akbash Dog

Animals Unique | Akbash Dog | Akbash History and domestication
The Akbash is a large, white breed of domestic dog, native to the plains and mountains of western Turkey. The Akbash Dog is a guard and was originally Shepherds Bred by around 3.000 years ago to create a white-colored Dog That Could guard Their flock of Sheep.