If you are interested to know about different kinds of dog breeds, then you should understand that AKC has broadly divided dogs into 7 groups.
Who doesn’t love dogs? After all, they are so adorable and also the most loyal friends. If you are considering bringing a dog home, then you must be aware of the different kinds of dog breeds, and choose one which fits your personality and lifestyle. A lot of people want the Sandlot dog, which is an English mastiff, but it may not be the best fit for every home. Let us find out more about the different types of dog breeds.
With over 190 dog breeds and variations registered with the AKC (American Kennel Club), each breed was allocated to one of seven categories that specify its specific characteristics, roles, and functions. Here are the seven varieties of dog breeds, their history, and what pet owners may expect when adopting one of these four-legged pets.
However, it must be noted that regardless of what dog breed you choose to bring home, all dogs need some sort of training. All training with a dog should be adapted to the dog breed, the dog’s personality, and the dog behavioral needs. One must also take into account the dog’s physical and mental capacity. There are a lot of different ways that you can train the dog. Regardless of which training you choose to do, it should be useful and above all fun for the dog.
Working Group Dogs
We rely on these athletic, clever, and alert canines to get the job done. The majority of these working dogs are huge breeds weighing 70 pounds or more. These working group canines are capable of guarding property and people, hauling sleds, and performing water rescue. They have active minds and bodies, so plenty of stimulation and freedom to explore and run will keep them happy.
Because of their strong, headstrong dispositions, they demand a pet parent who is ready to take care of training and socialization. Although they need a little more time and space, these dogs will become your closest friend and will be always ready to defend you.
Some of the dogs in this category include Bernese Mountain Dog, Bullmastiff, Boxer, Newfoundland, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog among others.
Herding Group
Dogs of the Herding Group were originally bred to herd cattle, and they maintain the instinctive aptitude to corral other animals. Pembroke Welsh Corgis, Australian Cattle Canines, Border Collies, Cardigan Welsh Corgis, Belgian Tervurens, Briards, Canaan Dogs, and Belgian Malinois are examples of dogs of the Herding Group.
Hound Group
These breeds were bred to hunt game by sight or smell. Greyhounds, Salukis, and Afghans are all examples of sighthounds. Sighthounds require a lot of activity, although certain breeds, such as the Greyhound, Borzoi, Saluki, and Irish Wolfhound may adjust to being left alone throughout the day provided they get enough of exercise before and after work.
Unless they have been improperly socialized and taught, Irish Wolfhounds, Basset Hounds, and Greyhounds are generally fine with children.
The canines in this group range in size from the small Miniature Dachshund to the extraordinarily large Irish Wolfhound.
Terrier Group
This category comprises the little yet energetic terrier breeds that were bred (primarily in the United Kingdom) to hunt small animals. These little dog breeds have been tamed and make excellent companions, but they remain highly energetic and require strong handling. Fox Terries, Airedale Terriers, Kerry Blue Terriers, and Jack Russell (Parsons) Terriers thrive with experienced owners. Boston terriers, Yorkshire terriers, and Scottish terriers are also quite popular breeds from this group.
The Toy Group
The Toy Group is made up of varied shaped puppies with a wider diversity of coats. It’s no wonder that this breed receives a lot of love from its owners. Pugs, Chihuahuas, Italian Greyhounds, and Pomeranians are among the canines in the Toy Group.
Non-Sporting Group
The Non-Sporting Group is an unusual dog group in that it does not categorize dogs based on their size or purpose; instead, it serves as a catch-all group for canines that do not fit into other groups. This eclectic bunch of canines have just two things in common: they’re all dogs, and none of them fit into any of the other categories. Although most dogs in the Non-Sporting Group are outstanding watchdogs and house dogs.
Examples of dogs in this group include Chow Chows, Dalmatians, Finnish Spitz, American Bulldogs, Shar Peis, Lhasa Apsos, Poodles, French Bulldogs, Boston Terriers, Shiba Inus, American Eskimo Dogs, and Schipperkes.
Sporting Group
Sporting dogs were designed to be a hunter’s finest sidekick, assisting with catching feathered game. Sporting dogs were established as hunters realized they needed the assistance of a canine to retrieve upland game birds or ducks.
Knowing what category your pet belongs to might help you discover more about their personality, habits, and even hidden skills!
