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Dog breeds in the Netherlands

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How many dog ​​breeds are there? There are currently about 350 known dog breeds. A dog breed is a breed if it has been officially recognized. A dog breed is created because people have consciously bred in a certain direction with a view to certain properties or characteristics. You should think of color, tail type, coat type, coat color and also use for hunting, guarding or as a herding dog. The combination of these properties is the breed.
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Categories of dog breeds

  • Shepherd dogs & cattle drivers
  • Pinchers, Schnauzers, Mole Dogs, Mountain Dogs & Mountain Dogs
  • Terriers
  • Dachshunds
  • Running dogs
  • Spaniels
  • Retrievers and hunting dogs
  • Companion dogs

Shepherd dogs & cattle drivers



Herding and cattle dogs are known to be active and versatile. They are good at dog sports such as behavior & obedience, agility, flyball, tracking and endurance. A socialized, well-mannered and trained herding dog should be trustworthy with children and strangers.
  • Border Collie
    Border Collies are very energetic dogs. They burn relatively more calories and use more energy than most dog breeds. Your Border Collie therefore needs a diet with more carbohydrates and fat to keep him healthy and happy.
  • German Shepherd
    The German Shepherd is an intelligent, lively and loyal animal. He is used as a police dog, rescue dog and sniffer dog. German Shepherds live for about 10 to 13 years.
  • Swiss White Shepherd
    Swiss White Shepherds are incredibly sweet dogs, who are excellent for families because of their love for children. Adult males weigh between 30 and 40 kilos, adult females between 25 and 35 kilos.
  • Belgian Shepherd
    The Belgian Shepherd is a unique dog. It is the only breed that has four different types: the Groenendael, the Tervueren, the Malinois and the Laekenois.
  • Bouvier
    Bouviers , also called Flemish cattle dogs, are excellent watchdogs and family dogs. Males weigh between 35 and 40 kilos, females between 27 and 35 kilos when they are adults.

Pinchers, schnauzers, mollosers, mountain dogs & mountain dogs



The rough-haired Schnauzers and smooth-haired Pinschers are closely related. These two dog breeds were originally used for the same purposes: as stable dogs, vermin exterminators and guards.
The Molossers are dog breeds of the dog-like type. These dogs were used in the past for hunting game, as butchers' dogs or as guards.
The Swiss Mountain Dogs are the four types of Alpine dogs from Switzerland. These are originally cattle herders and guard dogs that are considered a separate group.

Terriers



  • Cairn Terrier
    The Cairn Terrier is a lively dog, originating from Scotland. It is probably one of the oldest Scottish terriers. The name is derived from the cairns, the holes in the rocks in Scotland where the dogs hunt.
  • West Highland White Terrier
    The West Highland White Terrier is a small but sturdy dog, originating from Scotland. The white-haired dogs are also called Westies by enthusiasts of the breed. West Highland White Terriers usually do not grow much larger than 30 centimeters and weigh an average of 7 to 8 kilos.
  • Jack Russell Terrier
    Jack Russell terriers are super energetic dogs. It goes without saying that they need a diet that provides them with enough energy.
  • Stafford Bull Terrier
    The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a cross between a Bulldog and a Terrier. The breed was originally bred for bullfighting and bearfighting, which was fortunately banned in 1835. Now the breed is known as a friendly family dog, albeit with a tough appearance.

Dachshunds

  • Dachshund
    Dachshunds, officially called dachshunds, were originally used to hunt badgers. They are small, elongated dogs on short legs with a surprisingly great stamina.
  • Miniature Dachshund
    Wirehaired miniature dachshunds are cheerful, alert and headstrong dogs that need a lot of exercise. They weigh between 5 and 7 kilos and live for about 13 years.

Running Dogs

  • Beagle
    The Beagle is an intelligent, sweet and social dog breed from Great Britain, where it was mainly used for rabbit hunting. Beagles have a relatively high life expectancy, between 12 and 15 years. Older dogs are not an exception. Not all Beagles are obedient.
  • Rhodesian Ridgeback
    The Rhodesian Ridgeback, also called the Pronkrug or Lion Dog, is a dog breed from South Africa. The breed was originally bred to hunt lions and other large game. The dogs are very intelligent and loyal.

Spaniels

  • German Shorthaired Pointer
    The German Shorthaired Pointer is an energetic dog with great stamina. Therefore, it is very important to feed a good quality kibble.
  • Drenthe Partridge
    The Drentse Patrijshond, as the name suggests, originates from Drenthe. Outside the Netherlands, the dog is almost never found. The Drentse Patrijshond is a fairly large dog, with an average shoulder height of 60 centimeters.

Retrievers and hunting dogs

  • Labrador
    Labradors are intelligent, enthusiastic dogs that seem to be tireless. They need a diet that provides them with the energy they need.
  • Golden Retriever
    The Golden Retriever is an incredibly sweet, intelligent dog with a remarkably high tolerance. They have a shoulder height between 50 and 60 centimeters and weigh between 30 and 40 kilos. They usually live between 10 and 14 years.
  • Flatcoated Retriever
    The Flatcoated Retriever, like the Golden Retriever and the Labrador, originates from Newfoundland. In appearance they look very similar, but their characters are often worlds apart. They live an average of 10 to 14 years and have a lot of energy - even in their old age!
  • English Cocker Spaniel
    The English Cocker Spaniel is a cheerful, active dog. Unlike most pedigree dogs, they have a fairly high life expectancy, between 12 and 15 years.
  • Kooikerhondje
    The Kooikerhondje is a dog breed originating from the Netherlands. Kooikers are crazy about water and like to play. They have a life expectancy between 12 and 14 years.

Companion dogs

  • Chihuahua
    The Chihuahua is a Mexican breed that is one of the smallest dog breeds in the world. They live an average of 12 to 14 years and weigh only 1 to 3 kilos.
  • French Bulldog
    The French Bulldog is a small but sturdy and muscular dog that can be recognized by its flat, broad nose and short tail. They live an average of 10 to 12 years. The weight is between 8 and 14 kilos.
  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
    The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a small dog that loves company. They are lively, gentle in nature and very suitable for families with children. As long as they get attention, they are fine with everything!
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