Dogs with a beard: types and characteristics, selection and care

Among all the currently existing varieties of dogs, bearded animals stand apart. For some, they cause bewilderment and fear, while others do not cherish souls in their four-legged pets with this feature.

In this connection, did the dogs have a beard? What other features do such unusual animals have? What dog breeds are classified as bearded? Look for answers to these and some other questions in our material.

Traditionally, dogs with a beard are classified as companion pets. Such animals have facial parts overgrown with hair - the so-called beard. Depending on the particular breed, the ancestors of bearded dogs can be either guard or shepherd or even hunting breeds.

There is no single standard for bearded four-legged pets. Between themselves, they can vary in size, color, physiologically, behavioral patterns, etc. Their only common feature is the presence of an abnormally developed coat (in scientific circles it is called hyperhrichosis).

Concerning the hairline of the animal deserves special attention. Their positive characteristics include the fact that bearded dogs do not fade. But on the other hand, they have long hair that grows all over the body, including the front part, ears, paws, etc.

Today in nature there is a huge number of breeds of bearded animals. In our material we will consider the most common and popular varieties.

This breed of dog is quite small in size. As you might guess from the name of the variety, Belgium is the birthplace of the animal. Animals appeared in this country in 1800 thanks to the efforts of breeders.

From an anatomical point of view, the representatives of the breed have several unique features, namely a curved forehead, a short facial part of the head and a wide skull. Belgian griffons are rather wayward, they can be stubborn and do not make contact with small children, they dislike them.

Particular attention is required to the pet's diet. The fact is that some individuals belonging to the breed have an increased appetite, so it is very important to control the size of their portions, and also not to keep food in the public domain. Remember that overeating can negatively affect the health of your pet and lead to obesity.

Giant Schnauzer is another breed of bearded dogs, which is quite large, and also has certain physiological characteristics, in particular - great strength and power. It is important to note that this breed is an animal not only with a beard, but also with a mustache.

Like the previous version of bearded dogs, it is not recommended to breed this breed if small children live in your house. The character of the Giant Schnauzers is very restless, and the mood is unstable. In relation to the baby, a four-legged pet can show aggression.

This dog is physically active, so you should take it to regular and long walks, which, if possible, should be supplemented with active games or training.

The bearded collie breed is also called a birdie or bearded man. This species of tetrapods is considered one of the oldest, and Scotland is its homeland. The body of the representatives of the breed is characterized by developed muscle mass. In addition, animals have a long and thick coat.

Owners of animals of this breed note that dogs are distinguished by highly developed intellectual and mental abilities.in addition, they are brave but friendly towards the owner and all members of his family, including young children and the elderly.

Particular attention is paid to training and raising dogs. Training sessions should be given at least 1 hour per day.

The second name of the breed is Lhasa. This breed belongs to the category of watchdogs. The Tibetan animal is distinguished not only by the presence of a beard, but also by a thick and lush hair, hanging ears and tail.

Lhasa has a friendly character. An animal belonging to this breed can be safely reared, even if other pets or small children live in your house. It will easily find contact with them.

Lhasa Apso requires some specific nursing activities. This primarily relates to medical procedures. Periodically, the animal should be taken to the appointments of the dentist. This is necessary so that the specialist removes the formed tartar and plaque in the mouth of the animal.

Already by the name of the breed, you can guess that the original purpose of this breed is hunting. The animal was bred during the existence of the ancient Celts. The wolfhound has a muscular developed trunk, a long and elongated head in shape, and a hairline curling in structure.

This animal must not be kept in an urban environment in an apartment. In order for the Irish Wolfhound to be able to calmly carry out all the processes of his life, he needs a large space.

If you ignore the training and education, the animal can grow angry and uncontrollable. Therefore, be sure to pay attention to the process of his training.

If you finally decided to get a bearded dog, then the first thing to do is to decide on a specific breed. In this sense, it is important to consider several factors.

• Appearance. It is no secret that we all want to have a beautiful and pretty animal. However, in addition to subjective external signs, close attention should be paid to the size of the animal. Correlate the size of the dog with the available living space. You should carefully consider the questions of whether the animal will fit in your apartment, whether it will be comfortable for you and the dog to coexist on the same territory.
• Behavior and character. Before acquiring a puppy of a particular breed, carefully study the information regarding the characteristics of its character. For example, some animals do not get along well with children, the elderly or other pets living in your house. Other species do not tolerate prolonged loneliness. It is important to analyze such characteristics of the animal so as not to get any unpleasant surprises.
• Physiological needs. In this regard, it is important to understand what specific care activities the dog needs. For example, some breeds like to spend most of their time outdoors. There are varieties that need constant medical examination. Make sure that you can provide all of these activities from a financial, temporary and energy point of view.

After you have decided on a specific breed, it is important to find an official nursery that breeds such animals, or contact an individual breeder. One way or another, you should make sure that you are buying a thoroughbred and healthy dog. To do this, read the certificates and licenses, as well as other documents available from the seller.

The appearance of the puppy and its behavior are also important factors. The animal must be well-groomed and active.

The rules for keeping bearded dogs do not differ from the principles of caring for any other animals. Mandatory care measures include:

• diet control (it can be both ready-made mixtures and natural products);
• arrangement of a place for a dog (with a stove bench and bowls for water and food);
• hygiene procedures (bathing, cleaning, cleansing the eyes and ears, clipping);
• medical procedures (regular preventive examinations at the veterinarian and vaccinations).

An important feature of the content of bearded dogs is associated with the physiological characteristics of the animal, in particular, with non-standard hairline. It is in relation to hair care that the animal needs additional measuresthat are not required in the process of caring for other varieties of dogs.

This applies to daily combing with special combs and brushes. In no case should it be allowed for clumps to form on the wool. In addition, be sure to groom the hair. To do this, contact a specialist. Such nursing events will not only provide a neat and well-groomed appearance of your pet, but also its health.

Training and education is an important part of keeping a dog. As we mentioned earlier, many of the bearded dog breeds need training. If you do not conduct training and activities with the animal, then your pet can grow up angry, aggressive and naughty.He will not perceive your authority, and therefore can be dangerous both in relation to you and for your environment.

If possible, entrust training to professional dog handlers: register your bearded pet for special group courses or private lessons. If you wish, you can study independently. However, it is important to remember that such activities should be regular and systematic.

It is recommended to start training from the very first days after you bring the puppy to your house. To get started, learn basic traditional commands, for example, "Sit", "Voice", "Aport", etc. Only after the animal has started to cope with such tasks, you can proceed to the study of complex tricks.

The training process should be rigorous so that the dog understands who is in charge.

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