2009

German Dog Breeds

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German dog breeds has many variation. They have their own history, dogs are a race of the gray wolf, a member of the carnivora category. The domestication of the gray wolf began some 15000 years ago. With proximity to human life and culture, dogs developed an excellent intelligence and social understanding. From hunting and herd protection to house safety and bomb squads, dogs have germinated as ‘Man’s closest friend’. This is some German dog breeds i know:

1. German Spitz

German Spitz is one of the oldest breeds of dogs from German dog breeds. Many modern breeds have been developed from it. Basically, German Spitz is used to name both, a breed and a type of dog. This German dog breeds are generally white, but the smaller ones can be found in various colors, such as black, brown, orange and Wolf gray. All German Spitz dogs have a fox like head and thick hair on the head, relative to the whole body. They have very small feet with hair in-between them. Eyes are small in proportion to the body especially in the case of the small Spitz dogs. The German Spitz dogs are suitable for an apartment life. They love long walks and can accompany the master for a 20 mile walk, daily. They are a very elegant, happy and joyful breed. This German dog breeds can live 12 until 13 years.

2. German Shorthaired Pointer

This is very famous German dog breeds. This breed of dogs was developed in 1800’s especially for hunting. A thin, streamlined body, long ears, strong hind legs and a docked tail, help them run fast. Their eyes are dark brown and they complement their rich brown body color. Pointers are very loyal and obedient. They are often used by hunter for hunting. This German dog breeds an track their enemy with excellent focus.

3. Bavarian Mountain Hound

The Bavarian mountain dogs are also known as ‘scent hounds’ because they hunt by the power of smell. They have a strong, elongated head. The body structure is athletic and they are less susceptible to diseases. Generally, this German dog breeds don’t fit in the city lifestyle. They need proper space to run and exercise. They need trainers who are very patient and kind.

4. German Shepherd

The German Shepherd is a German dog breeds that was basically developed for herd guarding, especially sheep. They are very aggressive dogs and need to be handled with care. They find work in the military and police services, because of their intelligence and strong grasping power. This is a German dog breeds usually used by police.

By Ary Setiawati

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