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Pictures of Dogs English Foxhound Dog Pictures and English Foxhound Dog Breed Informations

English Foxhound is one of the four varieties of foxhounds, which is known as scent hound for its abilities to hunt foxes by scent. Intelligent and athletic with earnest eyes, English foxhounds can be easily identified at a first glance. Strong hindquarters and long neck makes them look extremely graceful and powerful. English foxhound was originally bred as a pack hound and hence get along well with other dogs and love to enjoy human companionship.

English foxhound has a wide skull with a long muzzle. Shoulders are strong and covered with muscles. Size of adult dogs is 65-75 pounds in weight and 21-25 inches in height. However, show varieties are even larger with some of the males weighing over 100 pounds. Legs are straight and muscular with rounded and almost cat-like paws. English foxhound is a social, gentle and tolerant breed, often getting along well with horses, other pets and children. They enjoy running and can keep on running for the whole day with few breaks.

Pictures of Dogs Brittany Dog Pictures and Brittany Dog Breed Informations

Brittany, a breed of gun dog from France, was developed in the Brittany Province in the eighteenth century mainly for hunting birds. Although the working characteristics of Brittany are similar to those of pointer or setter but it is often referred to as Spaniel. With a well-built, athletic and compact boy and long legs, Brittany always displays expressions of alertness, intelligence and vigor. Eyes are deep-set with heavy eyebrows.

With muscular thighs, well-sprung ribs and strong chest, Brittany have a strong physical stamina, which makes it possible for them to work in the fields for the whole day without getting tired. They are best suitable for searching birds and other games through heavy bushes and trees. The coat is single, slightly wavy and dense coat and comes in a variety of colors including liver and white, orange and liver. Orange and white is the most common color in American Brittanies. Well-developed and healthy males weigh around 40 pounds and stand at about 18-20 inches. Average lifespan of Brittanies is about 10-12 years.
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Pictures of Dogs Brittany Dog Pictures and Brittany Dog Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Brittany Dog Pictures and Brittany Dog Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Brittany Dog Pictures and Brittany Dog Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Brittany Dog Pictures and Brittany Dog Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Brittany Dog Pictures and Brittany Dog Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Border Collie Pictures and Border Collie Breed Informations

Border Collie is a breed of herding dogs that has originated from the borders of England, Wales and Scotland. Widely regarded as the most intelligent dog breeds, border collie is a highly energetic dog. They are used in farms all over the world for herding the livestocks. They have also recently become popular as pet dogs and sport dogs. They resemble in appearance to Australian shepherd dogs without the bobtail.

Border collie is a well-balanced, medium sized athletic dog with a moderate amount of coat. They have a double coat that can be anywhere from slick to slush. Overcoat is dense and medium textured. Undercoat is short, soft and dense and thus offers good weather protection. Coat comes in many colors, black and white being the most common. Muzzle tapers to the all black nose. Ears are usually half perked. Skull is wide. The overall body is slightly longer than its height at withers. Eyes are oval shaped and dark brown in color. Border collie weighs about 30-45 pounds and their height is about 19-22 inches. Average lifespan of border collie is about 12-15 years.

Pictures of Dogs Border Collie Pictures and Border Collie Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Border Collie Pictures and Border Collie Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Border Collie Pictures and Border Collie Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Border Collie Pictures and Border Collie Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Border Collie Pictures and Border Collie Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Border Collie Pictures and Border Collie Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Border Collie Pictures and Border Collie Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Border Collie Pictures and Border Collie Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Border Collie Pictures and Border Collie Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Bearded Collie Pictures and Bearded Collie Breed Informations

Bearded collie is a herding breed of dogs that were once exclusively bred for herding primarily by Scottish shepherds. Nowadays, bearded collie is often bred exclusively for dog shows. Its country of origin is Scotland and it also known by Beardie, Mountain Collie or Highland Collie. Medium sized and agile dog, bearded collie is noted for its shaggy coat and never flagging tail. Beardie is related to the Old English sheepdog.

Beardie has a broad head, short muzzle and a shaggy coat all over the body including under the chin ? that is why the name beardie. The outer coat is dense and weather proof and undercoat is thick and soft. Eyes are wide-set and the color of the eyes matches with the coat color. Ears are close to the head. Tail is generally carried low unless beardie is excited. Coat color changes several times during the life. Puppies are born with black, brown, fawn or blue color, which fades to light gray or cream. As the dogs mature, the coat darkens in color, which could be black, brown, blue or fawn. Height of the dogs is around 50-55 cm and the weight is about 15-25 kg. Lifespan is around 12-14 years.

Pictures of Dogs Bearded Collie Pictures and Bearded Collie Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Bearded Collie Pictures and Bearded Collie Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Bearded Collie Pictures and Bearded Collie Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Bearded Collie Pictures and Bearded Collie Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Bearded Collie Pictures and Bearded Collie Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Bearded Collie Pictures and Bearded Collie Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Bearded Collie Pictures and Bearded Collie Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Bassett Hound Pictures and Bassett Hound Breed Informations

Basset hounds belong to hound family of dogs. Basset hounds are from scent hound breed, which are specifically bred to hunt rabbits by their distinct scent. Breed of dogs as the name suggests the Basset hounds are the dogs with small height. (?Bas? is the French word that translates into ?low?) The heavy body of this dog rests on massive, short but very strong feet, which gives it the average height of 12-15 inches. The average weight is 35-70 lbs and the life span is of 8-12 years.

A rounded skull, wrinkled face, brown, sunken eyes and long, foldable ears give it a gentle appearance, not matching to a hunting dog like this! The coat is short, silky and requires very less maintenance. They occur in white and light brown combination although tan and black colors are also seen. This breed of dog is of so timid personality that children even ride on its back. The faithful dogs therefore if trained properly, can become good companions.

Pictures of Dogs Bassett Hound Pictures and Bassett Hound Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Bassett Hound Pictures and Bassett Hound Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Bassett Hound Pictures and Bassett Hound Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Bassett Hound Pictures and Bassett Hound Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Bassett Hound Pictures and Bassett Hound Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Bassett Hound Pictures and Bassett Hound Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Bassett Hound Pictures and Bassett Hound Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Bassett Hound Pictures and Bassett Hound Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Basenji Pictures and Basenji Breed Informations

Basenjis are an ancient breed of dog of African origin with an average height of 41-43 cm and weight 10-12 kg. The body shows two colors: neck, chest, tail and feet are white and the remaining body may be of black, red or tan color. Although the striped look of red and black is also not uncommon. The shape of ear and face gives Basenjis a look similar to a small deer. In spite of running and haunting being main characteristics of Basenjis, this breed is equally suitable for taming. Its short hair, wrinkled forehead and seemingly squint eyes make its appearance peculiar.

Some of Basenjis are able to climb on hind feet, but all of them have one thing in common that they are all mute dogs. In normal circumstances they do not bark, but when they do , they produce typical high pitch yodeling sound . They are very friendly, alert and curious by nature. This quality renders them suitable as the safe companion for children as well as other pets.

Pictures of Dogs Basenji Pictures and Basenji Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Basenji Pictures and Basenji Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Basenji Pictures and Basenji Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Basenji Pictures and Basenji Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Basenji Pictures and Basenji Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Basenji Pictures and Basenji Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Basenji Pictures and Basenji Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Australian Terrier Pictures and Breed Informations

Australian Terrier is a little dog from Terrier breed of dogs. It was developed in Australia in the 19th Century for a specific purpose of killing the rats and snakes. Australian Terriers have become common in Australian besides gaining popularity all over the world. With its friendly, happy, fearless and fun loving nature, they are ideally suitable as companions in the city and urban locations. They are alert, courageous, affectionate and self-confident. They always seek companions and therefore should never be left alone for extended period of time. They are natural watchdogs and they will sound alarm as soon as a strange person or animal approaches the house.

Australian Terrier is a low set dog with its body longer than the its height at withers. It has a high set tail. Head is elongated with a slight stop. Ears are medium size, triangular and pricked. Eyes are small, dark and oval with a keen expression. Overcoat is rough and harsh and undercoat is soft. Coat comes in blue and tan, red or sandy color. Its weight is around 14-16 pounds and height is around 10 inches. Australian Terrie has a life span of about 11-14 years.

Pictures of Dogs Australian Terrier Pictures and Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Australian Terrier Pictures and Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Australian Terrier Pictures and Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Australian Terrier Pictures and Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Australian Terrier Pictures and Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Australian Shepherd Pictures and Breed Informations

Australian Shepherd is a breed of herding dogs that was developed on ranches in the Western United States. The name Australian Shepherd or Aussie Shepherd sounds like a misnomer as the breed did not originate in Australia. In fact, the name has been derived because of its association with immigrant Australian sheep herders who came to USA. Owing to its inherent versatility, trainability, obedience and energy, besides being used as herding dogs, they are also used as search and rescue dogs, disaster dogs, detection dogs, guide dogs, service dogs and therapy dogs.

Australian shepherds have well-defined, expressive and almond shaped eyes. Skull ranges from flat to slightly domed shaped and with a well-defined stop. Ears are triangular in shape and rounded at the tips. Its tail is either straight, docked or naturally bobbed. Overcoat is straight or wavy, medium-length and weather proof and undercoat is soft and dense. Coat comes in black, red, blue merle and red merle. Its weight is around 50-65 pounds and height is about 20-23 inches. Australian Shepherds have an average life expectancy of about 12-15 years.

Pictures of Dogs Australian Shepherd Pictures and Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Australian Shepherd Pictures and Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Australian Shepherd Pictures and Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Australian Shepherd Pictures and Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Australian Shepherd Pictures and Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Australian Kelpie Pictures and Breed Informations

Australian Kelpie belongs to the breed of sheep dogs. They are well-known for mustering and droving the flocks of sheep with little or no command and guidance. With its reputation as a cheap and efficient worker, Australian Kelpie have been exported all over the world for mustering livestock mainly sheep, cattle and poultry. Australian Kelpie dogs have been bred into two varieties Show Kelpie and Working Kelpie.

Australian Working Kelpie has a compact body with well-developed limbs. They are slightly longer than its height. Head is medium-length and set low. Feet are short and compact with well-arched toes. Overcoat is hard, straight and weather repellent and undercoat is short and dense. Coat comes in almost any color from black through light tan or cream. Ears are widely spaced and usually pricked. Eyes are medium size, widely spaced and almond shaped with golden or brown color that matches with the coat color. They weigh about 30-45 pounds and height is about 20 inches. They have a life span of 12-14 years.

Pictures of Dogs Australian Kelpie Pictures and Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Australian Kelpie Pictures and Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Australian Kelpie Pictures and Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Australian Kelpie Pictures and Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs Australian Kelpie Pictures and Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs American Staffordshire Terrier Pictures and American Staffordshire Terrier Breed Informations

American Staffordshire Terrier is a stocky and muscular breed of dog, which is related to American Pit Bull Terrier breed of dogs. Bulldog and Terrier cross breeds were brought to USA by Irish and British immigrants after the civil war, where they were mainly used a fighter dogs, hunting dogs and guard dogs. It is a courageous, tenacious, friendly and devoted breed of dogs.

American Staffordshire Terrier has a powerful and broad head structure and a short muzzle. With its square build and thicker bone structure, it gives impressions of great strength, agility and grace foe their size. They have a deep and broad chest and strong and well-arched neck. Its ears often short and cropped. Its coat is short and shiny and comes in several colors except pure white, black and tan and liver color. American Staffordshire Terrier weighs around 60-90 pounds and its height is about 20 inches. Life expectancy of American Staffordshire Terrier is about 12-18 years. They are suitable as family dogs or companion dogs.

Pictures of Dogs American Staffordshire Terrier Pictures and American Staffordshire Terrier Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs American Staffordshire Terrier Pictures and American Staffordshire Terrier Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs American Staffordshire Terrier Pictures and American Staffordshire Terrier Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs American Staffordshire Terrier Pictures and American Staffordshire Terrier Breed Informations

Pictures of Dogs American Staffordshire Terrier Pictures and American Staffordshire Terrier Breed Informations