Looking to get a four-legged pal? Or, have you already got one of your own?
Ever wondered where your pets are from? Find the breed of your dog by the appearance, behaviour and more. Understanding the breed of the dog lets doctors spot genetic diseases. Geneticists at National Human Genome Research studied over 1600 dogs concluding that each one belongs to one of the 350 breeds. They also classified them further into 23 large groups called clades.
Classify your dog into one of the breeds with the appearance or traits. We are here to help you in identifying the five major breeds in Canada.
- Labrador:
The Labrador, or commonly called, Lab is a human’s best friend. It gets along well with the owner and neighbours. If your dog is a Lab, you can find him gelling along with you, and is not aggressive. Weighing from 55–70 lbs., these dogs are perfectly obedient and enjoy exercises, particularly swimming. It can be chocolate, yellow, or black.
- German Shepherd:
The second popular breed, German shepherd can come in varying colours of sable and black. If your dog learns quickly and is intelligent, protective and loyal, then there are high chances of your dog being a German shepherd. It may weigh around 75–80 lbs. You German shepherd in lots of exercises to maintain balance.
- Golden Retriever:
As glamorous as the name sounds, these dogs are very beautiful, and also popular among the owners in Canada. You can find them in various shades of golden colour. Weighing about 65–75 lbs., these dogs are trustworthy, friendly and non-aggressive types. It makes the best pair for hunting and retrieving sports.
- Poodle:
There are three popular breeds in poodle, namely, standard, toy and miniature poodles. Standard is the most common and popular type, which is around 22–26 inches in height. If you have a poodle at your home, then you must groom them well. It requires regular brushing, and therefore, the grooming of a poodle is expensive. These intelligent dogs make a good companion in water retrieval sports.
- Shetland Sheepdog:
One of the most beautiful dogs, Shetland sheepdog, originated from the lands of Scotland is a loyal and friendly companion. With 13–16 inches in height, it has a sturdy and agile body. It is extremely intelligent and obedient. You can find them in various colours like sable, black or blue merle with white/tan. Since these are furry pals, you must brush them regularly.
The other common breeds in Canada include Havanese, Bernese mountain dog, Yorkshire terrier, French Bull Dog and Bull Dogs. If you are looking for a companion, then you can study the dog breeds first to identify which one will suit your lifestyle. You can choose your best friend, depending on your needs and living space.
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