Identify from pictures or personal observation five wild members of the dog family?

Answer 1

1. The Afghan Hound is a tall slender dog with long ears and long silky hair, usually sandy color. This dog needs room to run. Independent, not overly playful. Requires frequent brushing. More suited as a house dog than outdoors all the time.

2. The Boxer is a strong, short-haired dog, full of energy, usually good with children. Weight is 50-80 lbs. Very playful. Family dog, love human companionship. Colors are fawn, brindle, white, black. Do not tolerate heat. Sociable, they are usually indoor dogs but need room to run and play outside.

3.The Cairn Terrier is small, between 10-15 lbs., wiry hair in a variety of colors. Toto in The Wizard of Oz is one.

4. The Dachshund is a short small dog with a long body, often called wienie dog. There are long-haired, short-haired and wire-haired, in a variety of colors.

5. The German Shepherd is a large dog, weighing from 70-90 lbs. These dogs are intelligent and are often used as service dogs. They are very loyal and their coat can be a variety of colors.

6. Irish Wolfhounds are the tallest breed of dog. They have wiry hair that is usually gray. They are usually gentle and are good with children, also protective of children. These dogs are smart but have a shorter life span than most dogs.

7. Labrador Retrievers are large dogs, weighing between 55-80 lbs. They are often used by hunters, mainly duck hunting since they are water retrievers. Coat can be yellow, black, or chocolate. Playful, good temperament and good with kids.

8. Mastiffs are very large, with a huge head. These dogs weigh around 180 lbs. Fawn, apricot and brindle are common coat colors. Coat is short. Dogs are usually laid back, calm. Short life span.

9. Old English Sheepdogs are herding dogs and weigh approximately 80 lbs. They are very even-tempered and faithful.

10. Komondors have hair that looks like a rag mop. The hair is in long cords and can't be combed easily. These dogs require a groomer. Average weight is about 75 - 80 lbs. White or cream are common colors. Serious dog, protective.

11. The Chihuahua is the smallest dog breed, usually weighing less than 5 pounds. Dogs can have long or short hair, in many different colors. Usually kept indoors. Long life span.

12. The Chow Chow is a strong intelligent dog, loyal to its owners and protective. Weight is 55-70 lbs. Chows have black tongues. Coat needs brushing. Comes in red, cream, black, blue and cinnamon.

13. The Collie is a herding dog that's intelligent and is good with children. Sable and white is common coat color. Playful dog. Remember Lassie?

14. The Doberman Pinscher is a dog with a very short coat, usually black with red markings above eyes & on chest. Alert, loyal, good guard dog. Can be aggressive with other dogs.

15. Boston Terriers weight between 15 - 25 lbs. and have very short hair, usually black and white or brindle. Can be lovable, requires exercise. Usually good with kids and other dogs. Love human companionship.

16. Great Danes are very large and weigh around 120 lbs. They have a short coat, which can be many colors - black, fawn and harlequin are common. Usually these dogs are friendly and gentle. Good with kids usually. Love humans, need to be inside. Short life span.

17. The Great Pyrenees is a livestock dog, excellent guard of sheep, cows, etc. weighing 85-100 lbs. The hair is long and thick and generally white. Breed is usually gentle, good with kids, protective.

18. The Bernese Mountain dog is a livestock dog that weighs between 80-110. The dog has a thick coat, generally a tri-color. These dogs are easy to train and gentle.

19. Pomeranians are small dogs, weighing 7 lbs. or less. Often black, cream, orange, brown or red in color. Good watchdog, playful. Often barks too much and may bite if nervous. Usually indoor dog.

20. Pugs are short and stocky, weighing about 14 lbs. They have a short, flat muzzle, and can have breathing problems. Short coat in black, fawn or apricot. Smart, fun, playful, stubborn. Usually good with kids and other pets.

21. The Rottweiler is a large powerful dog, weighing up to 130 lbs. Usually it is black with tan or brown markings. Territorial, excellent guard dog. Loyal to family, intelligent. Can be aggressive with other dogs.

22. The Schipperke is a small dog, weighing about 14 lbs. It has a long, thick coat, usually solid black. It is full of energy, protective, generally good with children. Likes to bark and howl. Long life span.

23. The St. Bernard is a livestock dog weighing 120-200 lbs. Short or medium hair length, red brindle, orange, or white with patches of color. Gentle, loyal, good with children, but can accidentally hurt smaller children due to size. Drools.

24. The Shih Tzu is a small dog with silky hair and comes in a variety of colors. Playful, easily spoiled, can be jealous. Requires frequent brushing. Indoor dog. Long life span.

25. The Yorkshire Terrier is a small dog, weighing around 7 lbs. They have long glossy hair. Intelligent and affectionate, they require exercise. Often bark excessively, but can be trained to control barking. Daily brushing. Suited to indoors. Long life span.

Answer 2

Here is a list of 25 dog breeds, based on the top 25 popular Dog Breeds of American Kennel Club's registration statistics for 2008.

1. Labrador Retrievers

2. Yorkshire Terriers

3. German Shepherd Dogs

4. Golden Retrievers

5. Beagles

6. Boxers

7. Dachshunds

8. Bulldogs

9. Poodles

10. Shih Tzus

11. Miniature Schnauzers

12. Chihuahuas

13. Pomeranians

14. Rottweilers

15. Pugs

16. German Shorthaired Pointers

17. Boston Terriers

18. Doberman Pinschers

19. Shetland Sheepdogs

20. Maltese

21. Cocker Spaniels

22. Great Danes

23. Siberian Huskies

24. Pembroke Welsh Corgis

25. Cavalier King Charles Spaniels

Answer 3

Five members of the wild dog family are Lycaons (African Wild Dogs), Wolves, Coyotes, Jackals, and Dingoes. A couple of other wild canines are Foxes, Bush Dogs and Raccoon Dogs.

Answer 4

identify from pictures or personal observation 25 different breeds of dogs