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Breed:
Afghan (dog, not small blanket)阿富汗猎犬
Group (AKC):
Hound
Country of Origin : ancient Afganistan
Type of coat : hard to maintain, very long, silky, flowing, shedding, absorbs moisture and odor, keep dry
Grooming : daily brushing, regular clipping, bathing, nail trimming, ear cleaning
Average height : 25-27 inches
Average weight : 50-60 pounds
Activity level : very high outdoors, low indoors
Watchdog : high
Protection : no
Intelligence : low
Trainability : low, some commands difficult , go easy and do not push, no harsh methods
Compatibility with children : low tolerance
Character : aloof, dignified, haughty, timid,high-strung, stubborn, sensitive, quiet, lazy
Ideal home environment : a good apartment dog but needs to run every day
Ideal owner : easy going, undemanding, calm
Suggestions : early socialization and obedience training
Breed:
Basenji 巴辛吉犬
Group (AKC):
Hound
Country of Origin : Zaire
Type of coat : Smooth, short-haired, fine, silky coat
Grooming : Comb or brush his smooth coat and bathe when necessary. Daily exercise will prevent obesity.
Average height : 16 - 17 inches
Average weight : 21 - 24 lbs.
Activity level : High
Watchdog : High. Depends on dog and owner attentiveness; doesn't bark to alert
Protection : Low
Intelligence : High.
Trainability : High. Rewards-based training produces best results
Compatibility with children : Yes, if properly socialized and supervised
Character : Intelligent, affectionate
Ideal home environment : Indoor or outdoor dog that does best with a fenced yard
and lots of exercise
Breed:
Basset Hound 巴吉度犬
Group (AKC):
Hound (obviously)
Country of Origin : 17th century France
Type of coat : short, shedding
Grooming : periodic brushing, regular bathing, frequent ear cleaning and nail trimming - Begin grooming procedures early and regularly as this breed can be sensitive to touch.
Average height : 14-15 inches
Average weight : 50-70 pounds
Activity level : medium
Watchdog : no
Protection : no
Protection : medium
Trainability : preoccupation with scent could be a distraction, be consistent and patient
Compatibility with children : great with children
Character : gentle, sweet, affectionate, stubborn, loyal, lazy
Ideal home environment : home with fenced yard
Ideal owner : firm patient leader with time to train and socialize
Suggestions : early socialization and obedience training
Breed:
Beagle 比格猎犬
Group (AKC):
Hound
Country of Origin : medieval England
Type of coat : low-maintenance, shedding
Grooming : regular brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning
Average height : 13-15 inches (two sizes: under 13 and over 13)
Average weight : 18-30 pounds
Activity level : very high outside, medium inside
Watchdog : high ability, instinctive barker but likes people and so is friendly
Protection : no
Intelligence : high
Trainability : low, scent dogs are easily distracted, stubborn, will not come especially when on a scent, firm, patient methods
Compatibility with children : good, will take lots of handling
Character : affectionate, intelligent, active, bold, inquisitive, lively, hardy, clever
Ideal home environment : house with a well-fencd yard, apartment not recommended
Ideal owner : person with time to train and exercise, Beagles dislike being left
Alone, separation anxiety can create the most horrendous howling
Suggestions : obedience training and socialization, daily exercise
Breed:
Irish Wolf Hound 爱尔兰猎犬
Group (AKC):
Hound
Country of Origin : Ireland
Type of coat : Rough and harsh
Grooming : Regular grooming is required of his hard, wiry coat or it will become
matted. Comb daily. Trim around the eye and ears with blunt scissors.
Average height : 28 - 35 inches
Average weight : 90 - 120 lbs.
Activity level : Moderate
Watchdog : Medium to Low, but their great size can scare intruders
Protection : Medium to Low, may greet a intruder with love and affection.
Intelligence : High to Medium
Trainability : Does not require as much exercise as one would think for his great size, but he does need daily walks or runs or he will be inclined to be lazy. Rearing of young Wolfhound puppies is critical because of their rapid growth rate. Do not take them on long walks as they can damage their joints.
Compatibility with children : Yes, wonderful around children.
Character : Gentle, friendly, intelligent
Ideal home environment : Recommended that you have a large house and fenced big backyard.
Ideal owner : Willing to please his owners he makes a good family dog for those
who have adequate space and a lifestyle to feed him as he is rather expensive to look after.
Breed:
Norwegian Elkhound 挪威猎鹿犬
Group (AKC):
Hound
Country of Origin : Stone Age Scandanavia, Vikings, 4000-5000 BC
Type of coat : medium length, thick, dense undercoat, year-round shedding
Grooming : daily brushing required, regular bathing, nail trimming, ear cleaning
Average height : 19-21 inches
Average weight : 45-60 pounds
Activity level : high
Watchdog : good potential, territorial, will bark
Protection : no
Intelligence : high
Trainability : excellent sense of smell might distract during training, can be stubborn and dominant, firm and consistent methods required
Compatibility with children : older children only, no roughhousing, no tug of war games
Character : friendly, bold, energetic, intelligent, strong, alert, independent,
athletic, dignified, poised, aloof
Ideal home environment : house with fenced yard, exercise daily
Ideal owner : strong leader with time to train, exercise, and groom
Suggestions : early obedience training and socializaton
Breed:
Greyhound 格雷伊猎犬
Group (AKC):
Hounds
Country of Origin : Egypt, one of the oldest breeds, 2500 BC, mentioned in the Book of Solomon
Type of coat : short, shedding, minimal maintenance
Grooming : brushing (ten minutes per week), no coat trimming, ordinary shedding,
nail trimming, ear cleaning, bathing
Average height : 26-28 inches
Average weight : 60-70 pounds
Activity level : very high outdoors, low indoors
Watchdog : no
Protection : no
Intelligence : low
Trainability : low, hard to train, be gentle and patient, no harsh methods
Compatibility with children : low tolerance, no young children
Character : sweet, sensitive, easily confused, aloof, does not seek fawning
Attention
Ideal home environment : indoors ok, walk daily
Ideal owner : patient, quiet, predictable, calm, confident adult, great jogging partner
Suggestions : early obedience training and socialization, females may be easier to train.
Breed:
Dachshund 腊肠犬
Group (AKC):
Hound
Country of Origin : Medieval Europe
Type of coat : 3 types: smooth - short, glossy, shedding, low maintenance; longhaired - medium length, shiny, silky, wavy, shedding, brush twice weekly; wirehaired - rough, hard, medium length, shedding
Grooming : regular brushing, ear cleaning, nail clipping
Average height : Standard - 9 inches; Miniature - 5-6 inches
Average weight : Standard - 12-24 pounds; Miniature - under 12 pounds
Activity level : very high
Watchdog : very high, it's a barker
Protection : no
Intelligence : high
Trainability : low, resistant to training
Compatibility with children : medium sociability, considerate, no roughness
Character : sassy, playful, spirited, good companion, difference in temperament based on Type of coat: Smooth is alert, bold and friendly; Long-haired is reserved, timid, and requires patience; Wire-haired is active, friendly and stubborn.
Ideal home environment : apartment OK, exercise daily
Ideal owner : consistent patient leader, firm training required, avoid spoiling
Suggestions : strong sense of smell can lead to attention deficit, needs early socialization, training, and grooming (especially the nails), avoid spoiling
Breed:
English Foxhound 英国猎狐犬
Group (AKC):
Hound
Country of Origin : Great Britain
Type of coat : Short and hard
Grooming : Minimal coat care is needed. Occasional rub down with a rough cloth is
Sufficient
Average height : 23 - 27 inches
Average weight : 55 - 75 lbs
Activity level : High
Watchdog : High
Protection : Low
Intelligence : Low, Obedience - Medium, Problem Solving – Medium
Trainability : Firm, no nonsense leadership is required. Obedience training should begin early. The "come" command is the hardest to teach because of scent distraction.
Compatibility with children : Yes, but young dogs may be too exuberant for smaller children
Character : Active, friendly, strong, lively
Ideal home environment : Not suited for urban living, he does best as a hunting dog or part of large pack kennel
Ideal owner : An owner of a English Foxhound should really know about the breed
as he is not typically used as a pet breed
Breed:
Pharoah Hound 法国王猎犬
Group (AKC):
Hound
Country of Origin : Malta
Type of coat : Short and glossy
Activity level : Medium
Watchdog : High
Protection : Low
Intelligence : Medium
Compatibility with children : Yes, loves to play with them
Character : Affectionate, intelligent
Breed:
Rhodesian Ridgeback 罗得西亚脊背犬
Group (AKC):
Hound
Country of Origin : 18th century South Africa
Type of coat : short, stiff, shedding with ridge of hair swirls or crowns growing in the opposite direction
Grooming : periodic brushing, regular bathing, nail trimming, ear cleaning
Average height : 24-27 inches
Average weight : 65-85 pounds
Activity level : high
Watchdog : yes! Excellent ability
Protection : no
Intelligence : very high
Trainability : accute sense of smell will distract, training may be difficult, use firm, precise methods, go slow
Compatibility with children : not recommended, can be easily irritated
Character : extremely intelligent, independent, affectionate, stubborn, bold, courageous, powerful, great endurance
Ideal home environment : home with fenced yard - do not leave unattended for long periods of time, prefers warmer climate
Ideal owner : strong, firm, patient leader with time to train, socialize, and
Exercise
Suggestions : early socialization and obedience training
Breed:
Saluki 萨路基犬
Group (AKC):
Hound
Country of Origin : Iran
Type of coat : Smooth, silky in texture
Grooming : Carefully comb or brush the coat with a firm bristle brush, over brushing will cause his hairs to break. Shampoo only when necessary. Saluki are minimal shedding dogs
Average height : 22 - 28 inches
Average weight : 44 - 66 lbs
Activity level : High - Outdoors; Low – Indoors
Watchdog : High
Protection : Low
Intelligence : Medium – Low
Trainability : Puppies need to be socialized from a very young age as the breed is generally aloof or shy . Easily distracted while training
Compatibility with children : Yes, loves to be the center of attention
Character : Active, gentle, affectionate, loyal
Ideal home environment : Room to roam, a very high fenced yard (exceptional jumping skills), loves comfort and should have a soft bed out of drafts
Breed:
Scottish Deer Hound 苏格兰猎鹿犬
Group (AKC):
Hound
Country of Origin : Great Britain
Great Britain : Shaggy but not over coated
Average height : 28 - 30 inches
Average weight : 80 - 100 lbs
Activity level : Indoors - Low, Outdoors – High
Intelligence : Low, Obedience - Medium, Problem Solving – Low
Compatibility with children : Yes, when socialized
Character : Gentle, active
Breed:
Whippet 惠比特犬
Group (AKC):
Hound
Country of Origin : Great Britain
Type of coat : Short, fine, and close
Grooming : Grooming of his short coat is minimal, brush with a firm brush and
bathe only when necessary. Wiping down the coat will keep him clean
and shiny (but do not wax or lead through a car-wash)
Average height : 17 - 20 inches
Average weight : 28 lbs
Activity level : Indoor - Low, Outdoor - Very High
Watchdog : High
Protection : Low
Intelligence : High, Obedience - Medium, Problem Solving – Medium
Compatibility with children : Yes, good with older children
Character : Lively, affectionate, gentle, sensitive
Ideal home environment : Will do well in a house or apartment if exercised. They are susceptible to cold weather and do better in arid climates
Breed:
Petite Basset Griffon Vendeen 迷你贝吉格里芬凡丁犬
Group (AKC):
Hound
Country of Origin : 16th century France
Type of coat : rough, wiry, shedding outer coat, thick, short undercoat, long ears
covered with long hair
Grooming : regular brushing, bathing, nail trimming, ear cleaning important due to susceptibility to ear infections
Average height : 13-15 inches
Average weight : 35-45 pounds
Activity level : very high
Watchdog : Yes
Protection : no
Intelligence : very high
Trainability : excellent sense of smell could be a distraction
Compatibility with children : good but no roughhousing or chase games
Character : independent, playful, hyper, bold, alert, busy, active, energetic
Ideal home environment : house with fenced yard
Ideal owner : active leader with time to train and exercise
Suggestions : early obedience training and daily exercise |
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