Medium 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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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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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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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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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

Double, Frequent, Herding Dogs, Light Shedding, Medium, Short, Very High Energy /

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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Border Collie

Double, Frequent, Herding Dogs, Light Shedding, Medium, Medium, Rough, Smooth, Very High Energy /

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

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Boxer

High Energy, Low Shedding, Medium, Moderate, Short, Single, Smooth, Working Dogs /

Boxers were originally bred in Germany in the late 19th century as strong and versatile 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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Cardigan Welsh Corgi

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