If you want to say that Chinese have a relationship with dogs, it is thousands of years ago
In our Chinese hearts, dogs are our most loyal friends
From guard dogs in nursing homes to pet dogs to working dogs that serve the people
Dogs and we have long been inseparable, so do you know which dogs are in China?
Today we will take a look. This issue is mainly based on Baidu Encyclopedia data, and comprehensively refers to the Internet-related rankings. The list is for reference only, if you have any questions, please feel free to criticize and correct them in the comments section at the end. There are 22 species of dogs unique to China, and the first 11 species will be introduced to you in this issue.
Eleventh Place Tibetan Terrier
Tibetan Terrier
As the name suggests, this dog grows on the Tibetan plateau at an altitude of 5,000 meters, and the climate here also contributes to the unique appearance of the Tibetan terrier. Its toes are different from other dogs, they are born to adapt to the geographical environment of the Tibetan plateau, and the soles of the feet are thick and powerful.
In the Tibetan plateau, known as the roof of the world, the hair of the Tibetan terrier is as long and thick as a yak, and it feels good to the touch, so it is also a beloved pet dog. Gentle and determined personality, he is a rare family partner.
10th Chinese Sharpie
Sharpie
Compared to other dogs, the Sharpie is not too aesthetically pleasing to the public, but it is one of the oldest dogs in the world. With that said, the Sharpie's appearance suddenly became advanced. Originally from southern China, the Sharpie was first trained as a hunting dog and became an excellent hunter.
Very vigilant, very sensitive to every move of the outside world, and later the Sharpie dog was carefully trained and trained for a long time. The temperament has become very docile, and with its unique appearance, loose skin and wrinkles, it is considered to be a fashionable noblewoman dog and is deeply loved by people.
Ninth Place Kunming Dog
Kunming dog
As soon as the dog heard the name, it must be related to Kunming, Yunnan. Kunming dog is the Ministry of Public Security Kunming police dog base self-bred dog breeding, it is also China's first successful breeding of excellent working dog, in it spent so much effort, it can be seen that Kunming dog is not ordinary. Extremely loyal to the owner, tight muscles, extremely explosive.
Since many people in Yunnan are illegally transported through the border, Kunming dogs are their nemesis. Its sense of smell is very sensitive, but if there is a slight wrong smell, the Kunming dog can find the source based on these clues, thus helping the police to complete the task. Because the climate of Yunnan is slightly different from other regions, the Kunming dog is also specially bred to adapt to the plateau climate of Yunnan, and it is the guard dog of Yunnan.
Eighth place Jingba dog
Jingba dogs
This dog also has a name called the poodle, which may be more familiar to everyone, and the Jingba dog is a well-known pet dog. In the ancient Chinese court, the Jingba dog was the most pampered pet. On the one hand, because of its appearance, its hair is strong and fluffy, and it looks like a small lion. The former nobles felt that raising a Jingba dog had face, and they looked very rich and in line with their own identity.
On the other hand, the Jingba is also very intelligent, as if it was born to please its owner. Other dogs may remain vigilant in unfamiliar environments and will not be close to people, but no matter what environment the Jingba dog is in, it can wag its tail at its owner, and who can not like a small Jingba dog that wags its tail at you. Jingba dogs have an unshakable and solid position in the pet world.
Seventh Place Tibetan Hound
Tibetan Hound
I have to say that our local Chinese dogs, the name is really regional characteristics, Tibetan hounds are naturally local dogs in Tibet, it first originated in the Himalayas. Ancient people had a reverence for the mountains, and the Tibetan hounds from the Himalayas were naturally sent to the court as reiki dogs.
Although it and the Jingba dog are the same favored puppies in the palace, the two have no competitive relationship. Jingba dogs are responsible for selling cuteness, and Tibetan hounds are good helpers for the royal family to hunt. It is loyal, athletic, and a rare good hunter. And because of its deity, Tibetan hounds are also often used for monk prayer. But so far, purebred Tibetan hounds are on the verge of extinction.
Sixth place Chinese crowned dog
Crowned dog
When it comes to the crown, the first thing we think of is the chicken crown, and the Chinese crown hair dog naturally has similarities with the chicken crown on the head. The dog's coat is very long and thin, looks like a mop, and always gives people a feeling of dirty hair. But on the contrary, the Chinese crowned haired dog is one of the most clean-loving dogs in the world.
It has two handfuls of hairs on the top of its head, just like a chicken crown, and it is as cute as two small braids, so the Chinese crowned hair dog was rushed to buy as soon as it came out, and as a pet dog, it was very popular, and even Venetian merchants specially imported Chinese crowned hair dogs from China to sell to foreigners, which shows its popularity.
Fifth place: The Xishi Dog
Xi Shi Dog
Listen to the name, you know, this is the dog In the West Shi. Xi Shi dog, it is indeed very beautiful, the hair is soft and shiny, looks very expensive, and then someone helps it tie it up even more beautifully. The Xishi dog is a small dog, petite and cute and loves to be spoiled, and is deeply loved by dog lovers. And it is very intelligent, some basic training moves can be learned quickly.
Beauty cherishes their appearance, and beautiful dogs naturally cherish their hair. Xishi dogs hardly lose their hair, and some dog lovers with sensitive skin can also be raised without allergies to dog hair. Docile personality, the family has children and the elderly can also raise Xishi dogs. Moreover, it is also an ancient dog, which has been painted and viewed in paintings as early as the Sui and Tang dynasties, and continues to be popular with its beauty.
Fourth place Pug
pug
Its pleasing appearance, large eyes slightly drooping, head thick and not sharp, nose not arched, forehead does not shrink back, is our Chinese aesthetics in the traditional honest and thick looks, look such a face, who can bear to refuse a pug dog.
Pugs are less active than other dogs and are suitable for many young people who live in big cities and are busy working. Pugs don't make a fuss about going downstairs every day, and they're smart and docile. When the owner has an accident, the pug can quickly seek help, which is the unique advantage of the pug, so the elderly living alone are very suitable for raising a pug, just in case.
Third place Pine Lion
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This type of dog has fluffy, soft golden hair and looks like a baby lion. It is noble, beautiful, and confident, but it has a face that looks bitter and vengeful, and such a strong contrast is also a unique cuteness.
Native to Tibet, China, in the cold weather of Tibet has developed a non-arrogant and impatient personality, the response to external stimuli is not very strong, so it will not suddenly erupt emotionally, such a docile personality, is the best family partner in many people's hearts. But don't ignore its combat power because it looks cute, the Pine Lion Dog is also a very good guard dog, if a stranger approaches, the Pine Lion Dog will immediately issue a warning.
Second Place Tibetan Mastiff
Tibetan mastiff
The Tibetan mastiff is known for its fierceness, and its size is huge. He has a short-tempered personality, is extremely aggressive, and is always ready to fight. Ordinary puppies meet Tibetan mastiffs but really dare not make a sound, let alone who will not be killed to provoke Tibetan mastiffs. It is extremely loyal and can sacrifice itself to fight until the last moment for the safety of its master.
So now there are still many people who use Tibetan mastiffs as guard dogs, guarding warehouses and other places. But the bravery of the Tibetan mastiff is like a double-edged sword, which can drive away bad people and also injure others by mistake. In recent years, there have been cases of Tibetan mastiffs biting and injuring children, but in any case, Tibetan mastiffs are still the best guard dogs.
The first Chinese pastoral dog
Chinese Pastoral Dog
This kind of high-level name may still be a little unfamiliar to everyone, the so-called Chinese pastoral dog, that is, the kind of native dog in our family, running all over the street, widely distributed in rural China, especially in the Central Plains. It is easy to feed, not picky, and it also eats the leftovers at home.
And the vitality is tenacious, the skin is rough and thick, so every household in the countryside uses it to see the nursing home, which is a Native Chinese Pastoral Dog in China. But as the market for pet dogs grows larger and larger, the Chinese pastoral dogs that were originally everywhere have become less and less numerous.
This issue ends here, There are more than eleven kinds of Chinese dogs, if you want to know more, we will see you in the next issue!
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