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30 The Most Popular Dog Breeds in Nigeria : There are many breeds of our beloved dogs in the world. I wonder what are the most popular in Nigeria? We answered this question in our article and provided a list of the 30 most popular dogs in Nigeria. Enjoy reading!

 

1. German Shepherd

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Offer the impression of a good German Shepherd is powerful, athletic, well-muscled, alert, and energetic. Very smooth, very harmonious front and rear hindquarters. Body longer than the tall, deep body, body outline with smooth curves rather than angles. The robust body rather than slim, muscular either rest or in motion, giving the appearance that they are agile neither clumsy nor looks frail. The perfect German shepherd gives the illusion that he is top standard, with the noble definition of the indistinguishable, but he can tell the difference. Gender identification is rather simple or appeared majestic, based on their gender.

 

2. Caucasian

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Caucasians are spirited, smart, eager guardian dogs. While the Caucasian’s aggressive defensive reflex and strong protective instincts are mild and demonstrative with family members, this race is wary of unfamiliar people or pets. It is persistent and also temperate, but it defends its flock, family, and property with fast lightning from the risk-actual or imagined. Ovcharka from the Caucasus has sharp senses so they’re very alert and strong trackers. Changes in the atmosphere can lead, especially at night, to alarm barks and groans. The race is ripening painfully and headstrong. The methods of socialization and patient conditioning can be used to temper the characteristic distrust of the Caucasian Ovchark and hostility towards strange people and pets, resulting in a mature and judgely breed. This race is resilient and adaptable to a number of climates.

 

3. Rottweiler

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The wise Rottweiler, temperament harmony, utter allegiance to the lord, good to discern between good and bad is not, obeying his master password, order. Lovina’s hard equilibrium, self-assurance. The Rottweiler will obey and the master will stroll down the room as you can still see the family. The challenge with Rottweiler training is usually difficult for the adult host or Rottweiler puppies in strict training and Rottweiler wounding records have been recorded abroad. It can be a quiet canine buddy as long as it is serious teaching. The Rottweiler puppies and kids are both able to play with little friends. This is of course the dog’s disposition and attitude for the infant, which have been determined jointly because Lovina is very ferocious towards the hostile intruder.

 

4. American Pit Bull Terrier

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American Pit Bull Terrier is a mid-sized race of dogs, It is lownish, stiff, clever, kind, obedient, powerful, short-haired dogs.

 

5. English Mastiff

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A mixture of greatness and goodness, bravery, and dullness. Instead of gaiety, integrity is the best mentality for the Mastiff. Judges do not tolerate timidity or hostility. Instead, judges should be careful not to display a premium.

 

6. English Bulldog

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The agreement must be fair and kind, committed, and brave (not hostile or aggressive), its conduct must be peaceful and dignified. The language and behavior should represent these qualities.

 

7. Chow Chow

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Chow has an air of aloofness with a sharp intellect, an individual spirit of integrity. It is a quality of Chow to be maintained with outsiders and discernable. Aggression or shyness are not appropriate shows. The Chow has poor peripheral vision and is better approached from the front because of its deep, fixed eyes.

 

8. St. Bernard

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St Bernard is an incredibly big breed, his character is sweet, quick to near, children’s very accommodating. You will become a good family dog if you have enough space, food, or exercise.

 

9. Boerboel

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The Boerboel is a huge, massive breed of dogs from South Africa, which has been raised to protect the farm. These dogs were also the first line of defense against predators and useful to track and keep injured games down. The ancient farmers relate many stories of their Boerboels’ strength, stamina, and bravery.

 

10. Samoyed

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Samoyed looks very sweet, with white hair, friendly ears, black and luminous eyes; a friendly angel is now one of the most popular puppies.
Originally Samoyed was an alert, strong, very lively, noble, and sophisticated working dog. It can cope with any sort of temperature.

 

11. Lhasa Apso

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Lhasa dogs look like lion, long and rich in fur, the head, ears in particular and the tail fur are the most numerous. They can be pulled to earth. Nice beard and long yan bin, Onoue, tail in the form of chrysanthemum. It’s the ultimate family breed. The “holy dogs of exorcism” is also known as Lhasa.

 

12. Tibetan Mastiff

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A faithful guard and friend. Very wise, eager, autonomous, remote, and defensive when needed. When needed. Patient and tolerant; outsiders should be cautious. Reserve, well-being, or lack of interest should not be penalized if the dog is correctly tested.

 

13. Australian Shepherd

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The Australian Shepherd is a dog that wants to please its owner. She is very responsible and hardworking and also well trained.

14. Kooikerhondje

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Kooikerhondye is smart, attentive, and always ready to please their master. They are very dependent on their environment, affectionate, cheerful,and active.

 

15. Weimaraner

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The character and psycho-emotional type of Weimaraner are defined as balanced and stable. In most cases, Weimaraners become attached to one person, but in general,they are focused on friendly relations with all family members.

 

16. Central Asian Shepherd

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Central Asians are famous for their poise and lack of rancor, so even aggression manifests itself in a rather passive form, with the obligatory loud “warning” barking.

 

17. Anatolian Shepherd

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The Anatolian Shepherd Dog has a very subtle mind, it is devoted and calm with people, it trains very well. With children in the house, this dog behaves very friendly, it can be used as a four-legged nanny and be calm, leaving children with her.

18. American Staffordshire Terrier

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Amstaff infinitely and loyally loves the owner and his entire family. This is an amazingly intelligent dog. She distinguishes between adults and children. In games with children, she becomes more tender, and she will bravely and boldly protect adults.

19. Saluki

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Saluki is balanced and silent dogs, very independent. Recklessly and viscously they chase an animal or bait on the run and can drive their prey for several hours.

 

20. Norwich Terrier

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The Norwich Terrier is intelligent, friendly and at the same time cautious, however, it does not have the usual tendency for terriers to bark, unnecessary noise, and nervousness.

21. Cromforlander

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Being a very sociable and obedient dog, the Cromforlander wants to constantly be close to his family. They are very smart, moreover, they are always happy to communicate and work with the owner.

 

22. Bullmastiff

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Bullmastiff is infinitely loyal to his masters, neutral towards family friends and acquaintances, but often wary of those he does not know. Does not accept familiarity from strangers.

 

23. Basenji

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Basenji are dogs with light and companionable character. They quickly become attached to the owner and all family members. The dog of this breed is wary of outsiders.

 

24. Affenpinscher

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All Affenpinschers, along with terriers and schnauzers, are active, lively dogs that have not lost their guard qualities.

 

25. Neapolitan Mastiff

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The Napoletano Mastino is the oldest Italian breed with imposing and extraordinary beauty, which is the reason for its huge success in all countries. The familiar, completely relaxed atmosphere allows the mastiff to be calm and non-aggressive.

26. Basset Hound

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The Basset Hound is a highly intelligent dog that loves respect and will not tolerate familiarity. Possessing a rather calm disposition, they are not averse to frolic and run around in plenty, therefore they require good physical activity.

27. American Akita

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The American Akita is an extremely friendly dog ​​that is equally graceful, focused, and reasonably obedient. With the general obedience of the dog, he is considered courageous in the face of impending danger.

28. Austrian Hound

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Outside of Austria, the breed is rare. Dogs of this breed can hunt a wide variety of animals and birds.

 

29. Tosa-Inu

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Tosa Inu is a real samurai in its traditional representation. They do not warn about the attack by barking – they immediately rush into the attack. Are indifferent to pain.

30. French Bulldog

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As a rule, French Bulldogs get along well with those around them, even with children. However, they may show dissatisfaction with those who encroached on their territory, they are jealous