18 Less-known Dog Breeds That You May Have Never Come Across
13 Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Dandie Dinmont Terrier is a small dog breed which is native to Scotland. Its elongated body and knot of hair on its head gives it a unique look. Originally they were used for hunting down small animals such as otters and badgers.
Dandie Dinmont Terrier breed is found in two color ranges: pepper and mustard. Their legs are darker than the rest of their body. They are tough and very friendly which makes them good companion dogs. They are quite protective of their owners due to which they can be used as guard dogs too.(source)
14 Leonberger
Leonbergers are giant mountain dogs and were originally bred to resemble the lion in the crest of a town, Leonberg, in Germany. The dog derived its name from the name of this city. This massive dog can weigh up to 68 kg and has a very striking appearance due to its massive body and luxurious coat.
Leonberger is a well-socialized and self-disciplined dog. It is loyal and playful, so it is an ideal pet for homes with children. Also, Leonberger comes in a variety of color such as red, red-brown, lion – yellow, and sand.(source)
15 Australian Shepherds
From the name Australian Shepherd, one might decipher that this dog is native to Australia. However, it is not the case. Australian Shepherd was actually developed in US. Also, they are known as Aussie or the little blue dog. The name little blue dog was derived due to the striking blue color eyes of these dogs.
They are medium built dog and come in black, liver or marbled white, black, and grey colors. They have long and wavy coats which shed heavily in spring. Therefore, this breed should be groomed and brushed regularly.(source)
16 Ibizan Hound
Ibizan Hound is a Spanish dog breed whose two straight and upright ears are the most striking feature of it. The ears have a deer-like appearance which looks graceful. They have striking amber colored eyes, and were traditionally used to hunt small animals like rabbits.
These dogs are active and intelligent creatures. They take great pleasure in entertaining their human companions. Moreover, they are very sensitive and docile around children. Ibizan Hounds have a lean body and are very athletic. So, daily walking and exercise is a must for this breed.(source)
17 Peruvian Inca Orchids
Peruvian Inca Orchids is an ancient dog breed and is known to have existed during the Inca Empire. These hairless dogs have a beautiful tuft of short hair on the top of their head. Also, small amount of hair is present in the feet and tail tip of this hairless dog breed. They have a slim frame and look quite elegant.
Peruvian Inca Orchids are very friendly dogs and can be kept as companion dogs. Another point about them is that they require good maintenance as lack of proper grooming might cause acne and blackheads. Lastly, they also need proper protection from both sunlight and extremely cold weather.(source)
18 Chinese Crested
Chinese Crested are small dogs and come in two varieties: the Hairless and the Powderpuff. Powderpuff have luscious, long, and soft coat while the hairless Chinese Crested has the most striking appearance. They are hairless like most hairless dog variety except for the tuft of long flowing hair on their head, paws, and plumes.
A hairless purebred Chinese crested dog named Sam won the World’s Ugliest Dog contest from the year 2003 to 2005.(source)
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