Light Shedding 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 Cocker Spaniel

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American Cocker Spaniels were originally bred as gun dogs to hunt game birds, especially woodcocks.

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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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Australian Shepherd

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Australian Shepherds were originally bred to herd livestock on ranches in the American West during the 1800s.

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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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Bearded Collie

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

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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.

A black Belgian Sheepdog stands alert on a grassy lawn, looking off to the side. Its long, glossy coat, upright ears, and intelligent expression are highlighted by bright sunlight, with a lush green woodland background softly blurred behind it.

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Belgian Sheepdog (Groenendael)

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Belgian Sheepdogs, also known as Groenendaels, were developed in Belgium in the late 1800s as farm dogs.

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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.

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Border Collie

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Border Collies were originally bred to herd sheep in the rough countryside between England and Scotland.

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Borzoi

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Originally known as the Russian Wolfhound, the Borzoi was developed by Russian aristocrats to hunt fast-moving game.

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Bouvier des Flandres

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The Bouvier des Flandres was originally bred in Belgium and France by farmers, butchers, and monks as working dogs.

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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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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

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The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel was originally bred as a companion dog for European royalty and aristocrats.