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list of dog breeds by country

This list of dog breeds by country is a research and informational tool; it includes only those breeds with a bona fide breed club and who breed true, that is, have been documented to breed true-to-type when mated like to like for many years. For a complete list of dog breeds, see List of dog breeds.

If the country of origin and the country of development are different, the dog is listed in both places; for example Jack Russell Terrier is listed under both England (country of origin) and Australia (country of development). In some cases, the breed's origin overlaps the boundaries of two or more countries; the dog is normally listed only in the country with which it is most commonly associated (for example, by its designated country according to the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)). Some dogs, such as the Löwchen, have an uncertain origin and are listed under several countries.

Africa

Democratic Republic of the Congo

Egypt

Canary Islands

Madagascar

Mali

Morocco

South Africa

Zimbabwe

Asia

Afghanistan

China

Tibet

India

Indonesia

Israel

Japan

Korea

  • Jindo
  • Sapsaree
  • Bul Dog ("Fire" Dog)
  • Phüng San Dog
  • Deng Gyun ("Tail-less" Dog)
  • Jeju Dog

Malaysia

  • Telomian

The Telomian was named for the Telom River near their source. Due to increased access to the jungles, the little dog's lifestyle was changing and threatened. The natives communicated their concern for their beloved dogs to the doctor and his wife.

Description

As pets of the aborigines, the Telomians were an integral part of their lives, protecting the villagers from snakes. The dogs were sight hunters of small game and caught fish in the midst of a stream. These natives ate mostly tapioca, rice and a small amount of fish and fruit, a diet shared with their pets. The masters' huts were built on six-to-eight foot stilts, and the Telomians climbed the ladders to the quarters to sleep. Entering first, a dog chased out and killed any snakes and small animals that had taken up residence during the family's absence. Today, the breed retains that climbing agility and is difficult to confine.

The breed reached the public eye in 1963 when anthropologist Dr. Orville Elliot discovered specimens protected by aborigines in the jungles of Malaysia. The Telomian was named for the Telom River near their source. Due to increased access to the jungles, the little dog's lifestyle was changing and threatened. The natives communicated their concern for their beloved dogs to the doctor and his wife. To prevent dilution or extinction of the breed, the Elliots obtained a pair.

Dr. Elliot sent this pair to Dr. J.R Scott, at Jackson Laboratory in Maine, for inclusion in his study on animal behavior. They were bred in laboratory situations until their introduction to the public in 1970 by research assistant Audrey Malone Palumbo. That year the Telomian Dog Club was formed and became interested in obtaining another pair of dogs, as the current stock was intensely inbred. Elliot once again traveled to Malaysia to search for a pair, which arrived in 1973.

The Telomians carry many similarities to the Basenji and other pariah dogs: the wrinkled brow, almond eyes, light square body structure and annual estrus cycle. They vocalize in the same manner—a unique howl/growl/crowing effect.

Telomians love to play and run, needing to work off energy, making them excellent pets for children. Similar to their playmates, they are attracted to almost anything—balls, sticks, fris-bees, toads, skunks. A characteristic of the breed is the use of their paws, opening doors, holding toys and chewbones, much like a human infant.

They require a maximum amount of human handling at four-to-eight weeks of age, starting earlier than the peak socialization period of other breeds. Without this bonding, they remain aloof to people and unable to adjust to new situations. If socialized, Telomians become marvelous and fascinating friends.

Mostly companion dogs, they are lure-coursed and do well in coursing trials. At 35 mph, they are swift competitors. The Telomian Dog Club, based in the United States, helps place Telomian puppies in appropriate homes. All Telomians existing today in America stem back to only two original pairs.

Pakistan

Philippines

Thailand

Turkey

Europe

Austria

Belgium

Croatia

Czech Republic

Denmark

Finland

France

Germany

Greece

Hungary

Iceland

Ireland

Italy

Malta

Netherlands

Norway

Poland

Portugal

FCI officially recognized breeds:

Awaiting FCI official recognition:

  • Terceira Cattle Dog (Barbado da Terceira)
  • Cão de Gado Transmontano (Transmontano Mastiff)

Romania

Russia

Slovakia

  • Czechoslovakian Wolfdog (Československý vlčiak)
  • Slovakian Chuvach (Slovenský čuvač)
  • Slovakian Hound (Slovenský kopov)
  • Slovakian Wire-haired Pointing Dog (Slovenský hrubosrstý stavač)

Spain

Sweden

Switzerland

United Kingdom

The border collie and border terrier originate in the border regions between England and Scotland:

England

Scotland

Wales

North America

Canada

Cuba

Mexico

United States

South America

Argentina

Brazil

Chile

Peru

Venezuela

  • Mucuchies

Oceania (including Australia)

Australia

The Australian Kelpie, sheepdog.
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The Australian Kelpie, sheepdog.

New Zealand

  • Kuri - not indigenous to New Zealand; became extinct some years after the arrival of the European settlers.

Papua New Guinea


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