Very Vocal Archives - South Africa Dog Guide

American English Coonhound

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The American English Coonhound was originally bred by early American frontiersmen as a versatile hunting dog.

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Bearded Collie

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The Bearded Collie was originally bred in Scotland as a hardworking, independent herding dog.

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Bluetick Coonhound

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Bluetick Coonhounds were originally bred in the United States to track and hunt nocturnal game, particularly raccoons.

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Cardigan Welsh Corgi

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The Cardigan Welsh Corgi was originally bred in medieval Wales as a hardworking, all-purpose farm dog.

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Chihuahua

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Descended from a larger breed called Techichi, these tiny dogs were valued for companionship and spiritual beliefs.

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Dachshund

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Dachshunds were originally bred in Germany to hunt badgers and other small animals that lived in burrows such as rabbits.

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Papillon

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Papillons were originally bred as companion dogs for European nobility and royalty during the Renaissance.

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Rough Collie

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Rough Collies were originally bred to herd and protect sheep across the rugged landscapes of the Scottish Highlands.

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Samoyed

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Samoyeds were bred for herding reindeer, pulling sledges, hunting, and helping their owners survive the harsh Arctic climate.

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Schipperke

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The Schipperke was originally bred in Belgium as a versatile working dog, particularly on canal barges and farms.

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Shetland Sheepdog

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Shelties were originally bred as hardworking farm and watchdogs on Scotland’s rugged Shetland Islands.

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Siberian Husky

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Originally bred in northeastern Asia, Siberian Huskies were developed as sledge dogs built for long journeys.

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West Highland White Terrier

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West Highland White Terriers, often called Westies, were originally bred in Scotland to hunt small burrowing animals.