They are the smallest of the retrievers and are very low maintenance, so they are suitable for many accommodation types and family situations. They are difficult to train due to their stubbornness and intelligence. Mudi The Mudi is a mid-sized Hungarian herding dog with a thick, curly coat and smooth face. They need proper socialization and obedience training using pack-leader methods. Sure, the may dig up your prize rose bush in a hunt for rabbits, but you can't really blame this independent retriever for indulging its original purpose. This breed is prone to a number of health concerns and is known to bark a lot making them among the least favorite dog breeds due to them being so high maintenance. Like many outdoor dogs, this four-legged friend loves to bark, dig, and wander the country-side.
Cons — On the con side, Pugs are not tolerant to weather extremes and should get most of their exercise indoors. Welcome to our guide to rare dog breeds! I still have 14 breeds but only 1-6 of most except Black Penedesenca which I have decided to concentrate on and breed. Although the Bolognese is small, they still need to be taken on short daily walks to satisfy their personality. Why Is This Breed Not Popular? It lives to be the ripe old age of 14 or 98 in dog years! Malamutes and are still considered strong work dogs, which makes can make them difficult to handle in a normal household. Any skin lesions suffered should be cared for at once to avoid infection. Today's Bullmastiff is still a , but the breed is most treasured as a companion. Pros — They have long white coats that shed very little.
Remember, one of the biggest issues with a rare dog breed is the matter of his small gene pool and the high risk of genetic defects, health disorders, and more. With shaggy oily coats, they can be hard to keep clean. Because the Orang Asli built homes on stilts to stay safe from dangerous animals, Telomians developed an unusual climbing ability. Like other sight hounds, this breed has great speed and agility. They can be good with children, but are suspicious of strangers.
Due to its high level of intelligence, it is easily trained. The Italian Greyhound is a quiet, polite dog making them one of the best toy dog breeds for apartments. What makes a breed work for you is entirely personal choice. These dogs also need to see a professional groomer regularly because its fur may be more than a pet owner can handle. With other animals and children, they will try to show their dominance in sometimes aggressive ways.
This breed is intelligent, polite, somewhat reserved, extremely loyal and highly protective. Although a smaller rare dog breed, the Peruvian Inca Orchid can make a wonderful family pet who will draw attention everywhere he goes with his hairless nature. Even quantity versus colour of eggs will influence the breed you want. They are very active dogs that love to explore and roam in free open space. These fur-babies have webbed feet and excel in water activities. While the United States is filled with and , two of the , there are many other breeds that go relatively unnoticed.
They have tons of personality and energy, almost all of the time. Mudi bleuborzoi via Flickr This Hungarian herding dog is as active as it is versatile. Our hens are high on the pecking order but neither sex is aggressive or antagonistic to the other birds. Many owners say they act more like cats than dogs. Dandie Dinmonts are friendly, loyal and loving and great with kids.
They make a quiet squeaking peeping noise when foraging that I have heard from no other breed. Here are 25 dog breeds that may have escaped even the most ardent dog lover's notice. Pros — This breed makes a great watch dog for people hard of hearing. This need is due to their flat faces, which constricts their breathing. The hens are graceful and endearing and are mild mannered to other chickens. Many Puppy Mills and unhealthy litters have been showing up due to their rise in popularity. Yes, but best suited for singles, or families with older children.
It is not meant to substitute for diagnosis, prognosis, treatment, prescription, or formal and individualized advice from a veterinary medical professional. Luckily, this large rare breed is still considered to be a wonderful family pet- with the proper socialization and training, of course. They lay large shiny pale brown eggs very regularly and we haven't really seen any go broody, though others have. While they have a distinct pleasing look, they are not house pets. But be careful: This breed is best for the most dedicated dog owners.