1. The Chinese Tibetan Mastiff, the overlord of fierce dogs
The Tibetan Mastiff is a world-famous large fierce dog. It is native to the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau in my country. It has a resolute character, strong strength and ferociousness. It is the only one in the world that dares to fight wild beasts. The fighting dog was therefore given the reputation of "Oriental Divine Dog" and was known as the mount of the Living Buddha in Tibet. Although Tibetan Mastiffs are ferocious, they are extremely loyal to their owners. They protect the Tibetan people's herds, look after their homes, and guard their courtyards
On the map, we can easily see that from the Himalayas where there is ice and snow all year round, From the mountainous areas to the vast Qinggan-Sichuan-Tibetan Plateau, pure-blooded Tibetan Mastiffs may exist. Most of them are raised by Tibetan herdsmen on inaccessible alpine grasslands.
In this area, the climate changes greatly, living conditions are extremely poor, and there are only a few green spaces for livestock grazing. Due to the barren land and limited arable land, some arable land is still 10,000 meters above sea level. Agricultural harvests were severely restricted. It was extremely hot during the day and bitingly windy at night. The summers are dry and the winters are icy and snowy. The nomadic people live in the valleys of southern Tibet.
Tibetans have lived a free and contentious life for many years, and the Tibetan Mastiff has naturally become the most loyal partner of the Tibetan people. Since the 11th century AD, all politics, economy, culture, and education in Tibet have been concentrated under the rule and jurisdiction of Lamaism. In order to consolidate their ruling power, the Lamas have cut off all external communications. It is precisely because of various special factors that the pure blood of this rare original dog breed has been preserved.
Social isolation, the prohibition of killing by lamas, Tibet’s political isolation and geographical remoteness, the long distance between tribes, and the loneliness of nomadic life are the only reasons why the pure bloodline of Tibetan Mastiffs has been preserved to this day.
2. Russian Caucasus
Origin: Russia, Caucasus *** and the country
Origin: Middle Ages
Original use: Livestock guard dog
Current use: Livestock guard dog, security guard
Lifespan: 9-11 years
Weight range: 45-70 kg
< p>3. Italian Twisted BolitonOrigin: Italy
Origin: Ancient times
Original purpose: Livestock guard dog, fighting dog
Current use: companion dog, security dog
Life span: 9-11 years
Alias: Naples Mastiff, Napoleon Mastiff
Weight range: 50- 68 kg Body height range: 65-75
4. Brazilian Fele
Origin: Brazil
Origin period: 19th century
Original purpose: tracking, large hunting
Current purpose: security guard, companion dog
Lifespan: 9-11 years
Alias: Brazilian Filer
Weight range: 41-50 kg
Body height range: 61-76 cm
A ferocious and excellent tracking dog, it was originally a dog breed used to track runaway slaves. Targeted, the chance of escape is almost 0.
5. Dogue de Bordeaux, France
Origin: France
Origin period: ancient times
Original purpose: guard dog , hunting dog
Current use: companion dog, guard dog
Life span: 9-11 years
Weight range: 36-45 kg
< p>Body height range: 58-69 cm. Fierce and powerful, it is also known as the red mastiff.6. Dogo Argentina
Origin: Argentina
Origin period: 1920s
Initial use : Hunting competition and fighting dog
Current use: companion dog
Lifespan: 10-11 years
Also known as: Argentine Mastiff
Weight Range: 36-45 kg
Height range: 61-69 An extremely excellent hunting dog with strong attack power. It is said that it can kill a wild boar alone, and 5 of them can hunt a bear.
7. Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Origin: Russia and Central Asian countries
Origin period: Middle Ages
Original purpose: Livestock guard dog
Current purpose: Livestock guard dog
Lifespan: 9-11 years
Weight range: 37-50 kg
Height range: 60-71 cm. An extremely outstanding shepherd dog with a majestic figure. It is said that he can command sheep and deter foreign enemies with his eyes. They are both top shepherd dogs. Compared with Tibetan Mastiffs, they have a much gentler personality and are easier to use. Training
8. Spanish Canary Dog
Origin: Canary Islands
Origin: 19th century
Initial use: Fighting dog
Current use: companion dog
Life span: 9-11 years
Weight range: 38-48 kg
Height range : 55-65 cm. If you stay away from it, it has been rated as the dog breed that causes the most injuries and deaths in many countries for many years, and is banned in most countries.
9. The weird killer Bull Terrier
It is of British origin, and its name comes from the dog breed called "bull and terrier" in the 19th century. This dog breed is composed of bulldog and bulldog. A cross between the extinct Black and Tan Terrier. The modern Bull Terrier is believed to be descended from the extinct English White Terrier and Bulldog, Dalmatian, as well as Spanish Pointer, Greyhound, Whippet and Bred from Foxhound. There are signs that in order to make the Bull Terrier's head appear longer, bloodlines from Borzoi and Collie were also introduced during the breeding process. With its cute appearance and short stature, it is easy to remind people of the legendary family dog. Haha, it’s all an illusion. Can you imagine that this little guy can kill a German blackback in 3 minutes?
10. Silent Fighting Dog, Tosa, Japan
Place of Origin: Japan
Origin Period: 19th Century
Origin and Use: Fighting Dog< /p>
Current use: companion dog
Lifespan: 9-11 years
Weight range: 80.5-90.5 kg
Height range: 62- 65cm was originally bred in Kochi Prefecture, Japan, and was produced through the crossbreeding of local Shikoku fighting dogs and imported mastiffs, Danish terriers, bulldogs, and bull terriers. The breed was once known as the Japanese Mastiff. Personal comment: Japanese dogs don’t bark, they just bite. Reproductive ability is not strong.
Pointer pointers
History: In the early days, pointers were assistants for hunters who used nets to catch pheasants. In the 18th century, when hunting using shotguns to shoot down game birds became popular, Spanish pointers Dogs began to spread to Europe. This dog breed used its nose to track prey along the ground. In order to quickly improve the olfactory ability of the early slow-moving large dogs, breeders added the bloodlines of greyhounds and English orion dogs, and the improvements resulted in what is now the United Kingdom. The Pointer dog then spread to all over the world. Different from the British Pointer dog, there are dog breeds that were improved by breeding German hunting dogs and Spanish Pointer dogs with bloodhounds in Germany in the 17th century. The modern German short-haired dog appeared in the 19th century. The Pointer dog is an improved breed and was later produced by adding the British Pointer bloodline.
FOXHOUND (FOXHOUND)
History: The history of foxhounds can be traced back to the 13th century, when Britain began to organize fox hunting. Its lineage is believed to be derived from the extinct ancestral breed of the St. Hubert dog or blood fox dog. In the 1770s, George Washington played an important role in improving the foxhound breed. He mixed the foxhound of the Consolidated breed with the blood of the French hunting dog breed to produce his own American foxhound. Later, the Foxhound was bred with the Irish Island Foxhound and the British hunting dog breeds, resulting in a faster-moving dog breed than the American Foxhound. Compared with the British breed, the American Foxhound has a lighter build, a narrow chest, and longer ears. It is used for hunting in the United States and is often exhibited.
SALUKI
History: Originally from the Middle East in ancient times, its name comes from the Arabian city of SALUKI that is now buried in the desert. It is used by various desert nomads in the vast desert from the Caspian Sea to the Sahara. A Persian pot from 4200 BC has a depiction of a dog similar to the Sark. Legend has it that the ancient pharaohs held eagles in their hands and were guided by Sark dogs to hunt them. Sark dog mummies were also found in ancient Egyptian tombs. Muslim hunters in the Middle Ages regarded this dog breed as a "gift from Arabia". Due to this religious concept, as long as the Sharq dog can catch prey, even the foods forbidden by the four religions are allowed to eat. The Shark is also known as the Oryx or Arabian Hunting Dog or Persian Greyhound. Judging from the appearance, this dog and another ancient breed, the Afghan Hunting Dog, should be of the same line of hounds.
Irish Wolfhound (IRISH WOIFHOUND)
History: This dog is a tall, coarse-haired ancestral species and is often used to hunt wolves, elk, wild boars and other animals. Irish Wolfhounds are often loved by nobles and given as gifts to each other. As a result, King Olive Cromwell had to issue an export ban from England. At the beginning of the 18th century, the last wolf in Scotland was killed, and in 1766 the wild wolves in Ireland were eliminated. The Irish Wolfhound, which is famous for hunting wild wolves, also gradually declined. In the 19th century, the breed attracted attention again due to British Army officer George Graham's efforts to breed it.
BASSET-HOUND (BASSET-HOUND)
History: At the end of the 16th century, it was an improved breed produced in France. The English name (Basset) comes from the French (bas). This dog has a special head and a keen sense of smell. It can be seen that it is an improved breed from a bloodhound to a small breed. It was introduced to Britain in the 19th century.
Beagle (BEAGLE)
History: This breed is the smallest of hunting dogs. Originated from ancient Greek times. The mixed ethnic groups of Romains and French once raised this dog for hunting rabbits. This dog was introduced to England in 1066. At that time, because of its small size, it was often placed in a pocket, so it was called a pocket dog. The current dog is an improved version of the dog. Elizabeth I, William II, and George III all raised this breed and used it as hunting dogs on the hilly land of Breiden, Saxony. The British Migru Hound Club was established in 1895 and landed in the United States within a few years.
WHIPPET (WHIPPET)
History: Miners in northeastern England during the Victorian era. Terriers are bred with small greyhounds, and the improved dogs are used for bite competitions or hunting rabbits and hares. However, due to the cruelty of the competition, after it was banned in the UK, it was changed to a cloth-biting competition. In this legal competition, a handkerchief is waved as a signal, and the Whippet runs at full speed in the direction of its owner. Such competitions are still very popular in northern England.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback (RHODESIAN RIDGEBACK)
History: Around the 16th and 17th centuries, European immigrants brought bloodhounds, mastiffs, and various Breeds of terrier breeds were brought to South Africa together. These dog breeds were mixed with the local wild hounds, the African Hartentater hunting dogs, to become today's Ridgeback dogs. The Ridgeback can endure without water for 24 hours, and can withstand the extreme temperature differences in the African interior. It is an excellent hunting dog. It is used in groups when hunting leopards, buffalo and antelope.
Dachshunds (DACHSHUNDS)
History: On the murals in ancient Egyptian temples, portraits of such long-bodied and short-legged animals can be found in Mexico, Greece, Peru, and mainland China. Stone models and clay sculptures of such dachshunds. Judging from the remains of dachshund-like remains excavated from the remains of ancient Romans in Germany, it is believed that this dog is a purebred dog from Dutang. Dachshunds can be divided into short-haired types, long-haired types, and wiry-haired types according to their hair quality. They are also divided into standard types and small types. There are six types. Their basic characteristics are the same, only their body shape and fur are different. The early small dogs were an improved breed of terriers and the smallest and lightest dachshunds.
Basenji Dog (BSSENJI)
History: The ancestors of Basenji can be Dating back to ancient Egyptian times, there are many carvings resembling the Basenji dog in many pharaohs' tombs. About 100 years ago, Westerners discovered this breed of dog in central Africa and used it as a hunting dog. It was brought to the UK in the early 20th century. Because it was not vaccinated, it was immediately infected with canine fever. It began to be bred in the UK in 1937 and in the United States in 1941.
BLOOD HOUND (BLOOD HOUND)
History: This dog is one of the oldest dogs among hunting dogs, the purest breed, and its origin is Belgium. In the eighth century, it was bred as a hunting dog in Belgium and became famous as the Saint-Hught's dog. The St. Hutes dog was favored by the French royal family. It was brought to England by King William in 1066. After several centuries, the British improved the breed and produced today's bloodhound.
Afghan Hound (AFPHAN-HOUND)
History: The Afghan Hound, also known as the Kabul Dog, is an ancient dog breed. There are portraits of this dog in Afghan paintings 4,000 years ago. This dog is native to the Middle East, and was later spread to Afghanistan along trade routes, where it was used to hunt gazelles, wolves, snow leopards and other animals. The Afghan dog breed first landed in the United Kingdom in 1886, and the United Kingdom introduced this dog breed to the United States in 1926
Greyhound (GREYHOUND)
History: Origin is the Middle East, and later Persia Merchant ships arrived in Europe. Greyhounds and small Italian greyhounds were widely loved by people, especially the nobility, in medieval Europe and were bred as hunting dogs. In fact, the heads usually used on badges are greyhounds, and greyhound images can be found on the helmets of the French royal family and Henry VIII of England. The greyhound can use its excellent speed to chase small animals such as hares without making a mistake. Since ancient times, hares have been the chasing rivals of greyhounds. Now for training purposes, artificial machines are used to chase rabbits.
BICHON FRISE
History: It is said that the Bichon Frize is a French breed. However, some people believe that this dog originated from the Canary Islands and was brought to Europe by Italian travelers in the 14th century. At that time, it was divided into 4 types: Malta Island Series, Bolognese Series, Habana Series, and Denerife Series. After the French Revolution, these favored small dogs also declined with the aristocratic society. The living environment of the Curly Bichon Frize has changed from luxurious palaces and cities to a circus with gold-plated decorations. In the circus, like poodles, they are loved for their excellent memory and cheerful movements. During World War I, this dog gradually declined until 1930, when it finally reappeared in France. In 1933, the standard for this breed was established.
Pekingese Dog (PEKINGESE)
History: The Pekingese Dog is a dog that can drive away evil spirits in ancient legends. The Chinese worship it as a god and civilians must salute this dog. . Stealing the dog was punishable by death. This dog was used to bury the emperor when his body collapsed, to ensure that the emperor could survive and return to the next life together. After the Opium War, this dog was introduced to the West. When the British army attacked the palace, the emperor ordered the Pekingese dogs to be killed in order to prevent these small dogs from falling into the hands of "exotic demons".
As a result, there were only 5 left, which were carried to England by the British army. One of them was given to Queen Victoria and named "Lottie". The ancestors of the existing British Pekingese dogs were the "trophies" of that time.
Pug (PUG)
History: What breed is the Pug? Some experts believe that this dog was born in the Scottish lowlands, spread to Asia, and was brought back to the West by Dutch traders from the Far East. Others believe that this dog is an oriental breed, derived from the short-haired Pekingese dog, and later merged with the bulldog. Some people think that the pug is a small type of French mastiff called the Bordeaux dog, and pugs are painted as decorations in many works. During the Victorian generation, the popularity of this dog reached its peak
JAPANESE CHIN
History: The long history of this dog can be traced back to 2,700 years ago. The Japanese Ikeei Inu was introduced to Japan from China in 732 AD, the 4th year of Emperor Shomu’s Tenpyei. The Japanese royal family and the privileged classes of the upper class are particularly fond of these exotic small breeds. In 1853, Admiral Bailey brought several Japanese Chiei dogs back to China, and Westerners finally got acquainted with this elegant and exquisite small dog. After the Japanese Chiying dog arrived in the United States, it was infected with the disease and almost became extinct. The number of Japanese pond dogs on both sides of the Atlantic is now on the rise.
Paoillon (PAOILLON)
History: The origin of the Papillon cannot be verified. It was only recorded in many documents after a Papillon was bought and sold in 1545. Appear. Some people believe that the ancestor of this dog is the snipe hunting dog breed that was introduced to Spain from China. In the 16th century, the butterfly dog ??was deeply loved by Spanish and French aristocrats, thus confirming this dog's status in the dog world. For example, Mary Queen of Scots and her pet dog King Charles Spaniel went to the execution ground with her, and Marie Antoinette also went to the execution ground with the butterfly dog. In the 19th century, French and Belgian breeders worked hard to develop breeds with upright ears. The decorative hairs on the ears of the Papillon Dog resemble dancing butterflies, hence the name Papillon Dog. Breeders in the United States and Britain worked hard to improve the Papillon breed to be smaller than those in other countries.
KING CHARLES SPANIEL
History: The King Charles Spaniel originated in China or Japan. It has long been used as a hunting dog in France. In the early 16th century, he crossed the English Channel and arrived in England. In the early 19th century, it was used to hunt pheasants, and through selection and breeding, a modern breed with excellent character and short nose was produced.
MALTESE DOG
History: The Maltese dog comes from Malta or Sicily and is one of the oldest breeds. Statues similar to this dog can be found in Egyptian tombs from the 13th century BC. This dog arrived in Britain with the Roman army in about 55 BC. Before the Middle Ages, it had always been the daily companion of European aristocrats, and its popularity has not diminished since then
Shih Tzu (SHIH TZU)
History: The exact origin of the Shih Tzu is still unknown, but Tibet Lamaism provides many clues. The lamaist god of learning, Mandrup Hughli, often carries a small dog that can transform into a lion. The Tibetan Lhasa Apso, which resembles a lion in appearance, is believed to be closely related to the Lion Dog.
ALASKAN MALAMUTE (ALASKAN MALAMUTE)
History: The name of the Alaskan Malamute comes from the Malamute tribe of Alaska. Records of this dog can be found in the earliest records of North American immigrants. This dog has a well-proportioned physique and a tenacious spirit and endurance. In the era of using sleds, the Malamuts already had this strong dog breed that could travel in the Arctic snow, making other tribes very envious. The Alaskan Malamute was almost extinct due to cross-breeding with imported dog breeds in the early days of Alaska's development. In 1926, the United States adopted measures to protect purebreds.
Dobermann (DOBERMANN)
History: Between 1865 and 1870, the German tax official Louis Dobermann was committed to mating various different breeds with different species to produce excellent dogs. of guard dog breeds. Unfortunately, no breeding information about the dog was left at that time. It is inferred that it may have been bred with local cattle dogs, Lodwara Doberman Pinscher, Manchester Terrier and Greyhound. In 1900, the German Kennel Dog Club officially recognized the Doberman Pinscher breed, and then it was introduced to the United States and Britain. .
During World War I, Doberman pinschers were used by Germany as frontline guard dogs and detection dogs, and were later used as police dogs around the world.
GERMAN SHEPHERD (GERMAN SHEPHERD)
History: There are different opinions about the ancestors of the German Shepherd Dog. It can only be confirmed that this dog was settled in Germany in 1880. This dog has always been used to herd sheep. During World War I, it fought with the German army and performed outstandingly. Later, he arrived in the United States and the United Kingdom with the soldiers, and became famous after appearing in movies in 1920 and 1950.
Chow Chow (CHOW CHOW)
History: In ancient times, Chow Chow was regarded as the enemy of evil spirits and was always used to guard temples. Later, it became famous as the Tatar dog, the undeveloped dog, and the Chinese fox dog. This dog originated from Mongolia and was later introduced to China as a police dog to prevent enemy invasion and became the hunting dog of the royal family and nobles. Unfortunately, the dog later became the provider of meat and fur. It is still regarded as a delicacy in various parts of Asia. The coat of Chow Chow has long hair and short hair. Generally, the long hair grows on the neck, like a pleated collar, while the short hair is thick and dense and grows upright.
Dalmatian Dog (DALMATIAN)
History: The historical origin of this dog is still unknown. Because it often participates in social activities of British aristocrats, some people think it is a British dog. Some people believe that this dog originated in North India. In the Middle Ages, it traveled through Dalmatia and Yugoslavia with gypsy carriages and arrived in Europe, so it was called the Dalmatian dog. Some people believe that this dog originated from Egypt or Greece. In addition to the characteristics of spots, the appearance of Dalmatian dog is similar to that of Pointer dog, so there seems to be a relationship between the two
Bulldog (BULLDOG)
History: To entertain people , the bullfighting culture of attacking bulls lasted for six hundred years in Britain before being banned by law in 1835. Before the 17th century, the dog breed used in bullfighting activities was called bulldog. The pit bull breeds of the time were said to be more aggressive than the pit bulls we know today. Based on this feature, we can roughly determine the breed of its ancestor, which may be the mastiff that was introduced to Britain in the 6th century BC.
Bullmastiff (BULLMASTIFF)
History: Poaching is prohibited in the UK and violators are severely fined. In order to avoid scrutiny and jail time, poachers have the idea of ??assassinating game managers. Therefore, the bullmastiff is called the protector and companion of hunting personnel. This dog has the courage and ferocity of a bulldog, the strength and speed of a mastiff, and a keen sense of smell. Therefore, the bullmastiff is famous as the game warden's night watch dog. This dog immediately attacks after receiving the owner's order. He knocks down the opponent and controls him to the ground without harming him.
Shar Pei (SHAR PEI)
History: In the paintings of the Han Dynasty in China, portraits similar to Shar Pei can be seen. Therefore, the historical origin of the Shar Pei can be Dated to AD 206 to 220. Some people believe that this dog is a descendant of a now extinct large dog that grew up in northern China and Tibet 2,000 years ago. The Shar-Pei breed was at risk of extinction for a while. In 1947, China's dog tax increased sharply. Many Shar-Pei breeders stopped breeding because they could not make huge profits, resulting in a decrease in their numbers. In 1970, American breeders made some efforts to continue the Shar-Pei breed.
Samoyed (SAMOYED)
History: Samoyed is named after the Siberian herders, the Samoyeds, and has always been used to pull sleds and guard reindeer. Samoyeds are known for their endurance and strong physique. European explorers used this dog for expeditions to the Arctic and Antarctic. This dog has many coat colors, generally black, black and white, black and tawny, and ultimately the white coated variety is dominant. At the end of the 19th century, fur traders imported this dog to the United States, Europe and other places, believing that the dog's shiny white hair could make a lot of money.
Newfoundland (NEWFOUNDLAND)
History: The ancestors of the Newfoundland dog cannot be verified. One theory is that the ancestors of this dog were brought to Newfoundland by the Vikings. Another theory is that they are descendants of wild dogs that moved to the local area with French fishermen. Newfoundland dogs have always been excellent sea rescue dogs on the island, and they are also used to pull carts. In the 18th century, it was passed down to England and France. In England, it was used as a shipping dog and was loved by tourists, so its popularity increased greatly.
Scottish playwright M.Barrie let his Newfoundland dog appear in his play.
BERNESE MOUNTAIN DOG (BERNESE MOUNTAIN DOG)
History: The ancestor of the Bernese Mountain Dog was brought to Switzerland by the Roman army. Later, it was cross-bred with local shepherd dogs, resulting in four varieties of dogs. There are four types of mountain dogs: Bernese Mountain Dog, Swiss Mountain Dog, Albian Mountain Dog, and Antrebo Mountain Dog. In the 19th century, the breed was once in danger of extinction. In 1907, the Bernese Mountain Dog Association was established in Switzerland, and the dog continued to develop.
AUSTRALIAN CATTLE DOG
History: In 1931, Australian herders worked hard to improve the breed and develop a robust working dog breed. According to the confirmation of historians who are familiar with Australian dog breeds, the cattle dogs at that time had a bite as strong as a crocodile and a bark like a tuberculosis patient. They were not ideal working dogs. Therefore, herders used various breeds to improve and improve the modern Australian cattle dogs. For example, the blood of Australian wild dogs is mixed into the blood to make it strong and quiet; the strong Smithfield breed is added to change the appearance; in addition, the Highland Collie breed and Dalmatian dog are added, Australian Colby, Old English Sheepdog and other breeds.
Mastiff Mastiff (MASTIFF)
History: Before 3000 AD, there were portraits of mastiffs in ancient Egyptian paintings. The breed came to Britain with Persian traders or the Anglo-Saxon invaders. The Celts bred mastiffs. In 55 BC, Caesar used this dog to fight when he invaded Britain. Later in the 17th century, mastiffs were used in battles, hunting bears, wolves, fighting dogs or fighting bears. After such competitions were banned in the 9th century, the Mastiff's popularity in England declined. There are two systems of this dog breed, one is the breed bred by the Duke of Devonshire in Chatsworth, and the other is the breed bred in Chershire.