Dog breeds with an elongated muzzle

Today, almost no family can do without a furry friend, be it a dog, cat or even a rodent. You can choose a pet according to different criteria: size, shape of ears, tail, or even muzzle. It is about the breeds of dogs with a long muzzle that will be discussed in the article.

This breed belongs to small dogs with an elongated nose. This is a herding dog, famous for its small size and short legs.

The breed has the following two varieties:

• cardigan - comes from the Wales county of Ceredigion;
• pembroke - from the county of Pembrokeshire, Wales.

Scientists do not have one general version about the origin of this breed, therefore, the following hypotheses were put forward:

• these dogs came from the northern group, or rather from Central Europe;
• these animals are originally from Ancient Egypt, since earlier images with them were found on the statue of Anubis;
• There are rumors that the Welsh Corgi Cardigan was brought to the British Isles by the Celts.

The earliest mentions were in writing around the 10th century. In 920, the Welsh king created a code of laws imposing a monetary fine for killing this dog.

A distinctive feature of this animal is its small size and short legs. Weight usually does not exceed 20 kilograms, and height is not more than 35 centimeters. Despite its size, the dog is quite hardy and strong. The skull is wide, the nose is elongated, the ears are large and erect. The jaw and teeth are strong. The coat is medium, in color it can be absolutely any. As for the character of the pet and its behavior, it is a rather friendly and active animal. It gets along well with children, cats, quickly gets used to its owner.

A dog like a corgi is easy to train and train. There are almost no problems with the animal; it copes perfectly with the role of a shepherd.

Before you bring such a friend home, it is important to know that he is very prone to overeating. It is very important to monitor the quantity and quality of food in this case. A corgi diet should consist of the following foods:

• natural meat or fish;
• dairy products:
• vegetables, cereals;
• natural raw eggs (no more than 3 times a week).

The welsh corgi cardigan lives no more than 15 years. For a longer life, it is imperative to monitor the health of the dog, especially the eyes and ears.

Such a dog is an exact copy of the Doberman, but differs from it in its small size.

This breed appeared about 300 years ago. Scientists believe that the dog is originally from Germany, but many believe that the homeland of the Pinscher is Switzerland. The extreme resemblance of the animal to the Doberman is no coincidence - it was from the miniature pinschers that this huge Doberman dog was bred. For many years the Pinscher was kept in the stables as a rat catcher and guard.

Nevertheless, after a long time, the breed was recognized at one of the international exhibitions, after which it became known all over the world. The pinscher came to Russia as a German trophy after the Second World War.

The Miniature Pinscher is a small but muscular dog. Her height does not exceed 30 centimeters, and her weight is no more than 7 kilograms. The tail is set high, the ears are erect, triangular. The coat is short and very dense, usually dark in color. In total, there are three colors in nature: red, dark brown and black. By nature, the dog is very intelligent, active, sometimes aggressive towards other dogs.

A distinctive feature of the breed is a dancing gait.... This overly active dog needs a lot of attention and frequent walks in the fresh air.

When starting this animal, you should clearly realize that it needs training from an early age. The Miniature Pinscher is a suspicious pet. Without proper education, there is a risk of raising an overly aggressive and spoiled animal. In general, the pinscher is easy to train, but in the process of teaching the dog handler it is important to show himself as the main one, otherwise the dog will not obey.

The pet eats a little, but it is important that the food it consumes is of high quality. It can be both dry food and natural products. Beef and horse meat are perfect for feeding. Vegetables, cereals and other plant foods also do not hurt. Feeding should be only once a day, at a fixed time.

This breed belongs to large dogs. Almost everyone knows her - this is a muscular dog with a "rat" face. Opinions about bull terriers around the world are very ambiguous - some consider the dog dangerous, while others are confident that the pet can be a true friend and loyal dog.

The creator of this breed is the English breeder James Hinks. He bred the first bull terrier by crossing a white terrier and an English bulldog. His main task was to get a fighting and fearless dog, which James did. When crossing, the appearance and beauty of the animal were not taken into account.

The main kennel club in England officially recognized the breed in the 19th century, but it did not begin to breed until the 20th century. In those days, not everyone could afford a domestic bulldog - such a pet was considered a real asset. For a long time, there was a myth that the bull terrier is an uncontrollable car - a killer. Nevertheless today this myth has been dispelled, because the bull terrier is an excellent and cheerful companion.

The dog itself is very strong and resilient, it is perfectly trainable. In appearance, the animal is very different from other breeds - the dog really resembles a giant rat, hence the nickname - a dog with a rat face. The main distinguishing feature of the breed is its elongated, sharp muzzle, which gives the pet an unusual appearance. The coat is not long, it can be either black or white.

Speaking about the character and behavior of the bull terrier, it should be mentioned about their boundless devotion to the master. With the right upbringing, such a dog can grow into the most faithful friend. This dog's aggressive behavior should be suppressed from an early age. On average, a dog weighs 30 kilograms or more. The growth of this tall animal is 45-60 centimeters. Life expectancy is no more than 15 years.

As for the training of the animal, it is necessary to approach this matter responsibly. The dog handler must be experienced and competent. It is necessary to train a bull terrier strictly, but in no case using physical punishment. This breed is very vindictive, therefore, with the wrong approach, an uncontrollable animal can grow out of it.

The diet of a bull terrier should consist of at least half of natural meat. In addition to meat products, the dog's diet may include cereals and vegetables.

It should be noted that this breed is quite resistant to various diseases. However, among bull terriers, there are such hereditary diseases as:

• deafness;
• blindness;
• kidney disease.

There are a lot of dogs with an elongated muzzle. They are all different and unique in their own way. Choosing a pet to your liking, you must definitely take care of its comfort and well-being.

In the next video you will find more information about the Welsh Corgi Cardigan dog breed.