Short Archives - South Africa Dog Guide

Africanis

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The Africanis developed naturally through survival and adaptation, making them hardworking and dependable companions.

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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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American Pit Bull Terrier

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Pit Bulls were developed in 19th-century England and Ireland, where they were originally used in blood sports.

Low Shedding Medium Moderate Moderate Energy Short Single Smooth Terriers

American Staffordshire Terrier

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AmStaffs originated in 19th-century England when Bulldogs were crossed with Terriers to create strong, athletic dogs.

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Australian Cattle Dog

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Australian Cattle Dogs, also known as Blue or Red Heelers, were originally bred to herd cattle across rugged landscapes.

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Basenji

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Basenjis were originally bred in Central Africa as versatile hunting dogs and were valued by tribes in the Congo Basin.

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Basset Hound

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Basset Hounds were originally bred in medieval France as scent hounds for hunting small game such as rabbits.

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Beagle

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Beagles were originally bred in England as scent hounds to hunt rabbits while moving at a pace hunters could follow on foot.

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Belgian Malinois

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Originally bred in the late 1800s, Belgian Malinois are among the top breeds for police, military, and search-and-rescue work.

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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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Boerboel

Light Shedding, Moderate, Moderate Energy, Short, Single, Smooth, Working Dogs, XLarge /

Boerboels are highly protective, and were originally bred in South Africa to guard homes and farms, and to protect livestock.

Low Shedding Moderate Energy Occasional Short Single Small Smooth Utility Dogs

Boston Terrier

Low Shedding, Moderate Energy, Occasional, Short, Single, Small, Smooth, Utility Dogs /

Boston Terriers were originally bred for pit fighting and ratting in the 19th century before becoming friendly companion dogs.

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Boxer

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Boxers were originally bred in Germany in the late 19th century as strong and versatile working dogs.

High Energy Light Shedding Medium Moderate Short Single Smooth Terriers

Bull Terrier

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In the 1800s, Bull Terriers were originally bred for cruel blood sports like bull and bear baiting and dog fighting.

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Bullmastiff

Low Shedding, Moderate Energy, Quiet, Short, Single, Smooth, Working Dogs, XLarge /

Bullmastiffs were originally developed in England during the 1800s to help gamekeepers protect large estates.