The Border Collie
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The Border Collie
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The Border Collie is an affectionate, very active and intelligent medium-sized dog.
Protective instinctively, he is known to be an excellent herding dog.
Lifespan
: The life expectancy of a Border Collie is, on average, between 10 years and 14 years.
Size and weight
: a female weighs 18 kg to 25 kg and measures 48 cm to 52 cm at the withers.
A male can weigh up to 28 kg and is around 55 cm tall.
Physical characteristics
: it is a rather fine dog, with a very dense coat.
Its fur provides it with very good protection against bad weather.
Character
: fairly sensitive in nature, the Border Collie needs attention.
Very sweet and intelligent, it is the ideal companion for families.
Living conditions
: this breed of dog is not made to live in an apartment.
Hyperactive, this dog needs a lot of space to exercise.
Health
: The Border Collie is one of the strongest dog breeds.
The Breton Spaniel
The Breton Spaniel
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The Breton Spaniel is originally a hunting dog.
His physical capacities make him the ideal partner for long walks.
Cheerful, tender and loyal, he turns out to be an excellent companion.
Lifespan
: the life expectancy of a Breton Spaniel is, on average, between 12 years and 14 years.
Size and weight
: male and female combined can weigh from 13 kg to 18 kg and measure from 46 cm to 50 cm.
Physical characteristics
: it is a dog with a fine coat.
It is usually white and black or white and brown.
Character
: he is a calm, calm and intelligent dog.
He is very gentle with children.
Very loyal and protective, he makes a very good watchdog.
Living conditions
: the Breton Spaniel needs to go out regularly to exercise.
It is not really suited to apartment living.
Health
: endowed with a solid framework, he hardly knows any health problems.
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The Boxer
The Boxer
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The Boxer is a docile and intelligent dog.
Very clingy to his owners, he loves to be cuddled.
He is a sporty and courageous dog, he was used as a fighting and hunting dog.
Lifespan
: The life expectancy of a Boxer is, on average, between 10 years and 12 years.
Size and weight
: a female weighs 25 kg to 30 kg and measures 53 cm to 60 cm.
A male can weigh up to 35 kg and is around 63 cm tall.
Physical peculiarities
: it is recognizable by its head and massive body.
But also by his annoying tendency to drool.
Character
: playful and protective, it is a perfect companion for children.
He is courageous and is vigilant towards strangers.
Living conditions:
the Boxer is an outdoor dog, in love with the great outdoors.
It is perfectly suited to families with children.
Health:
this dog can suffer from respiratory problems due to its short muzzle.
The Dalmatian
The Dalmatian
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Known to the general public for his title role in a Disney film, the Dalmatian is an intelligent and very protective dog.
He can prove to be a good watchdog, but he is not necessarily aggressive with strangers.
Lifespan
: The life expectancy of a Dalmatian is, on average, between 12 years and 14 years.
Size and weight
: a female weighs 24 kg to 29 kg and measures 54 cm to 59 cm.
A male can weigh up to 32 kg and is around 61 cm tall.
Physical peculiarities
: the Dalmatian is known for its short coat spotted with white and black.
Character
: he is a sensitive dog with a strong personality.
He can be stubborn and devious at times.
Living conditions:
the Dalmatian can adapt to all lifestyles on condition of being out frequently.
Health:
this breed of dog is predisposed to deafness problems as well as to urinary stone formations.
The Siberian Husky
The Siberian Husky
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The Siberian Husky is a gentle and docile dog.
Hyperactive, it is a breed very popular with athletes.
The Siberian Husky is known for its sled dog ability.
Lifespan
: The life expectancy of a Siberian Husky is, on average, between 11 years and 13 years.
Size and weight
: a female weighs 16 kg to 23 kg and measures 50 cm to 56 cm.
A male can weigh up to 30 kg and is around 60 cm tall.
Physical peculiarities
: its coat is very thick, and can be black, white, gray or sand.
Character
: it is a dog which gets along very well with its congeners.
He is gentle and kind, but sometimes shows himself to be independent.
Living conditions:
this dog likes to live in large spaces, surrounded by his congeners.
Due to its thick coat, this dog is adapted to the cold.
It does not support strong heat.
Health:
it is a very robust dog.
Labrador
Labrador
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The Labrador is naturally very sociable, it is very affectionate and likes to be in the company of its owners.
It is commonly used for its working abilities as a guide dog for the blind, it is the working dog par excellence.
Lifespan
: The life expectancy of a Labrador is, on average, between 10 years and 12 years.
Size and weight
: a female weighs 28 kg to 33 kg and measures 52 cm to 56 cm.
A male can weigh up to 35 kg and is around 61 cm tall.
Physical peculiarities
: the coat of the Labrador is short and thick, it protects it from bad weather.
It is usually sandy in color, but it can also be brown or black.
Character
: he is a loyal, intelligent and playful dog.
He is pleasant to live with and very gentle with children.
Living conditions
: the Labrador is made to live in the countryside.
He is a dog who cannot stand loneliness, he needs affection and attention.
Health
: This breed of dog is prone to obesity and has joint problems such as hip or elbow dysplasia.
The Beagle
The Beagle
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The Beagle is a perfect dog for families, he is very happy and playful.
There are several types of Beagles: the tricolor, the bicolor, the speckled and the uni.
He is a hunting dog, but also a pleasant and cuddly pet.
Lifespan
: The life expectancy of a Beagle is, on average, between 10 years and 12 years.
Size and Weight
: Males and females can weigh 19 kg to 20 kg and are 45 cm to 50 cm tall.
Physical peculiarities
: it has short and very dense hairs.
Its fur is very resistant to the vagaries of the weather.
Character
: he is a fairly stubborn dog, but very loyal.
He is greedy and loves to play with children.
Living conditions:
it can live and flourish in the city, but its preferred environment remains the countryside.
Health:
the Beagle is predisposed to certain diseases such as obesity, hypothyroidism (dysregulation of the thyroid gland) and hip dysplasia.
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The Australian Shepherd
The Australian Shepherd
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The Australian Shepherd is a dog cut for physical activity and work.
This breed is used in particular as a sheepdog.
Agile and intelligent, he fits perfectly into family life.
Lifespan
: The life expectancy of an Australian Shepherd is, on average, between 12 years and 15 years.
Size and weight
: a female weighs 19 kg to 26 kg and measures 51 cm to 53 cm.
A male can weigh up to 34 kg and is around 58 cm tall.
Physical peculiarities
: this breed has a fairly long and supple coat.
Character
: he is a very active and sociable dog, he needs to learn and to exert himself physically.
Living conditions:
it is not really made for living in an apartment.
He prefers houses with gardens to give free rein to his sporting temperament.
Health:
The Australian Shepherd often presents with eye problems such as hereditary canine eye disease.
The Golden Retriever
The Golden Retriever
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The Golden Retriever is one of the most popular breeds.
He is recognized for his working qualities, in particular as a guide dog for the blind and a rescue dog.
He is also an affectionate dog and very gentle with children, he is the ideal companion for families.
Lifespan
: The lifespan of a Golden Retriever is, on average, between 12 years and 14 years.
Size and weight
: a female, weighs 24 kg to 28 kg and measures 51 cm to 56 cm.
A male can weigh up to 34 kg and is around 61 cm tall.
Physical peculiarities
: its coat is quite long, it can be wavy or flat, it is generally sand-colored.
Character
: it is a sociable, affectionate, loyal and docile dog.
It requires a lot of affection and attention.
Living conditions
: The Golden Retriever can adapt to city life as long as it can stay close to its owners and go out every day.
Health: he
is a robust dog, but he can be prone to skin diseases, such as ichthyosis.
The Collie
The Collie
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The Collie is an ideal life companion for families.
He is calm, gentle, docile and tender with children.
He is a very active dog, he will make a perfect sports companion.
There are 2 varieties: long hair and short hair.
Lifespan
: the life expectancy of a Collie, on average, between 8 years and 12 years.
Size and weight
: a female weighs 18 kg to 25 kg and measures 51 cm to 56 cm.
A male can weigh up to 29 kg and is around 61 cm tall.
Physical characteristics
: this dog has a very dense coat.
He has small ears and a long body.
Character
: he is friendly, cheerful and active.
He is a dog who listens and is devoted to his masters.
Living conditions
: the Collie can adapt to any lifestyle.
If he lives in an apartment, he must be taken out quite regularly.
Health
: it is a robust dog that resists cold and bad weather quite well thanks to its coat.
However, like all dogs of his size, he is prone to hip dysplasia.
The Chow-Chow
The Chow-Chow
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The Chow-chow is a medium-sized dog that differs from other breeds by its lion's mane.
This dog is native to Central Asia, there are 2 varieties: long hair and short hair.
Lifespan
: The life expectancy of a chow-chow is on average between 9 years and 12 years.
Size and weight
: a female weighs 24 kg to 28 kg and measures 46 cm to 51 cm.
A male can weigh up to 30 kg and is around 56 cm tall.
Physical characteristics
: he has a fluffy coat, a strong and powerful body and an imposing mane at the level of the head.
Character
: it is a dog who does not like to play or to show affection.
He is distant and very lonely.
Living conditions
: the Chow-chow does not need a lot of space, it is a dog that requires little exercise.
He is calm and silent, he adapts perfectly to living in an apartment.
Health
: it is a very robust dog, but it can be very quickly out of breath, especially because of its thick skin and its imposing fur.