American dogs are a fairly popular category of four-legged pets. Animals are divided into several groups, each of which has its own individual characteristics and characteristics.
Features
Today, American dog breeds are very popular with both experienced breeders and novice dog breeders. Breeding four-legged animals in the United States began several centuries ago. The first "breeders" were immigrants and Indians.
I must say that American scientists did not breed animals out of idle curiosity, but for specific purposes. So, the working functions of four-legged animals included protection, protection, hunting, fishing and other areas of activity.
Crossing various breeds, scientists tried to achieve not only ideal physiological capabilities and mental characteristics, but also a beautiful exterior.
Breed Overview
Today, there are a huge number of dog breeds that have been bred in America. Consider the most popular varieties of tetrapods with their names.
Fighting
At a certain stage in the development of selection work in the United States of America, scientists placed great emphasis on breeding fighting dog breeds. During this time, some breeds have become very popular, which are common today.
Fighting dogs are animals that need proper training and training. If you ignore this issue, then the animal can be aggressive and be dangerous to humans - up to causing physical harm and death.
American bulldog
This breed of dog is one of the most common fighting species. In fact, there are 2 varieties of American Bulldog: classic and standard.
The classic American bulldog is a breed that has enhanced security instincts. The body of the dog is well developed, it has a strong muscle mass and a strong skeleton. The classic type in its features is close to the type of English bulldog.
The standard variety of American Bulldog has a more athletic and sporty body structure.
Pit bull
Representatives of the pit bull breed are animals, the main task of which was to participate in dog battles, as well as to hunt wild animals. The character of the dog is distinguished by such qualities as courage and reliability. The animal is quite strong and powerful in its physiological indicators.
Pit bulls are dogs that are distinguished by well-developed mental and intellectual abilities.
The training of the animal is best entrusted to professional dog handlers.
Hunting and Riding
Another large group of American four-legged pets is hunting and sledding animals. In fact, in nature there is a huge variety of breeds that fall into this category, but we will consider only some of them.
American cocker spaniel
This species was officially adopted and registered by the American Kennel Club in 1947. Thus, we can say that the cocker spaniel is a fairly young American breed. The nature of the animal is friendly and sociable, such a dog will become a true friend for all members of your family.
Today in nature there are several possible colors of cocker spaniels: black, red, brown.
In addition to such plain colors, colors with a tan are allowed, as well as combinations of several uniform colors.
American water spaniel
Water Spaniel was bred in Wisconsin. To date, this breed of dog is one of the symbols of this territory. The dog has a fairly strong and proportional physique, its body is covered with curly dense hair.
The animal perfectly plays the role of a pet. The water spaniel is balanced, friendly and active. He quickly becomes attached not only to his master, but to all members of the family in which he lives.
Spaniel can tolerate a variety of negative environmental conditions, has a pronounced instinct.
Companions
Companion dogs are those animals that are suitable for home keeping. These animals differ from the categories described above primarily in their character. Companions are friendly and unpretentious care pets.
Pomsky
Pomsky is a breed that is essentially a crossbreed. So, the variety is a mestizo of a Pomeranian spitz from England and a husky from Siberia. The people of Pomsky are often called "mini-husky." In their appearance, dogs are very attractive: they are small and fluffy. If we talk about numerical characteristics and indicators, then the largest representative of the Pomsky in weight can reach 5 kilograms, and his height does not exceed 40 centimeters.
To date, scientists and veterinarians distinguish several subgroups of pomsky: fox pomsky, plush husky, white pomsky, brown with blue eyes, short-haired.
The color of the dog can be the most varied, but the most popular is the color, which resembles the color of a husky.
Puggle
This breed of dog is considered decorative. She, like the previous variety, is a crossbreed. In breeding animals involved such breeds as a beagle and a pug. Actually, with regard to the appearance of this breed of dogs there is no single standard. Animals can have a variety of colors or a different anatomical structure.
The idea of breeding pagli belongs to an American breeder named Wals Havens. He began his breeding activity in 1990. At the official level, this breed is not recognized today.
How to choose?
First of all, you need to figure out what goal you are pursuing when starting a pet. If your choice fell on fighting dogs, then remember that they need the right training, but companion dogs will not be able to perform any functional duties. Having decided on a specific category (fighting, hunting, sledding or a companion dog), you can begin to determine the most suitable breed.
Particular attention should be paid to the study of the physiological and mental characteristics of the animal. Make sure that this or that breed will be able to live in your apartment or house, that it will not be aggressive towards other pets living with you, or towards children.
Also, read the rules for keeping the dog. Make sure that you can follow all the recommendations of specialists.
About the features of the breed American Bulldog, see below.