Overview of white fluffy dogs

The beauty and elegance of white dogs always attracts attention. Big and small, fluffy and not very much leave no one indifferent, causing a desire to touch the silk freshness of smooth wool or to bury their hands in thick snow-white fur. For those who want to get a pet color of fresh snow, there are many opportunities. You can choose a decorative dog for prestige and decoration, and you can pick a faithful friend who will accompany you not only on walks, but also on hunting or fishing, to be a reliable guard.

Most admired dogs that have thick long hair, regardless of size.

Snow-white small dogs from the group of lapdogs come from France. Owners get these dogs to participate in exhibitions or as a companion. The size of adults reaches a maximum of only 30 cm in height and length, weight not more than 5 kg. The dog’s special pride is its long-haired, thick and wavy fur coat. The length of the coat is 100 mm. To the touch it is soft and silky. The color of adults is only white, but puppies have the presence of rust spots, which disappear with age. The character of the Bichon Frize is good-natured and playful. The dog quickly finds a common language with all households and is easy to train. Despite its small size, doggy courage is different.

The doggy from Malta is called Maltese and has a thick, long, snow-white fur. Adult dogs reach 25 cm at the withers in males and 23 cm in females. These are the maximum growth limits, while the minimum is 21 cm and 20 cm, respectively. The weight of a healthy dog ​​varies between 3-4 kg, but according to the standards of the American Dog Club, the ideal weight should be between 1.8-2.7 kg. The hair of the Bologna is straight, silky, forming a continuous cover from head to tail without the formation of strands or curls. The length of the hairline reaches the floor. Maltese have the purest white coat, but the standards of the breed, let's say a slight shade of ivory. The nature of the dog is good-natured. She loves her owners very much, gets along well with children, good in relation to other pets. For strangers applies with a slight distrust. Despite its small size, the dog has a brave heart.

Another small variety of white dogs, the Italian lapdog or bolognese, differs from its female relatives by a shorter, thicker and shaggy fur coat. Often the Bolognese is confused with the Bichon Frize, but these are completely different breeds. Cute playful companion has a height of only 20-30 cm, and weight not more than 4 kg. The shape of the dog resembles a square. The coat is silky, long, with a thick undercoat. Trim the bolognaise with scissors, opening your eyes and giving it a puff shape. Coloring predominantly pure white or with fawn ears. An active, intelligent and cheerful dog is rather mistrustful to strangers and does not like to be in the center of attention. Unlike the Bichon Frize or Maltese, the Bolognese does not possess boundless courage, preferring to wait out the danger behind the host’s back.

It is difficult to pass by and not pay attention to the cheerful fluffy ball rolling towards. Pomeranian Spitz - one of the cutest creatures among dogs.Small, only from 18 to 22 cm, a living lump with a cunning fox muzzle and thick wadded wool has a lively, playful character. Fidget-spitz will never let the owner get bored, with pleasure for a long time playing any active games. Spitz is stubborn and willing to dominate the pack, not yielding even to large dogs. Therefore, raising a puppy is very important. Properly educated dog will not cause any problems, as it has devotion and respect for the owner. He will be happy to carry out all the commands for approval.

A small dog of white color with a thick and long fur coat has a playful character and courage. In case of danger the dog courageously rushes to the defense of the owners. Thanks to his good-natured disposition, the dog gets along well with children and is suitable as a companion for the elderly. This breed has a developed territorial instinct and a strong-willed character, therefore the dog will actively defend its territory and try to become a leader in the pack. To avoid this, it is necessary to raise a puppy from early childhood. Only in this case the pet will please the owners with a cheerful disposition and obedience.

The miniature dog from Madagascar is distinguished by a thick white fur that resembles cotton in structure, hence the name of the Coton de Tulear breed (literal translation of "Tulear cotton"). Another name - Madagascar Bichon - refers the dog to the group of lapdogs. Small, 26-28 cm tall and weighing 4-6 kg, female dogs (samochki lower by 3 cm and lighter by 0.5-1 kg), first appeared in Europe in the second half of the last century. Up to this point, they lived only on the island, being descendants of Maltese lapdogs and aboriginal dogs. By the time of migration to Europe, the dog was on the verge of degeneration of the breed. Beautiful, like lapdogs, short-legged, rectangular in shape, doggie covered with a long (6-8 cm), straight and soft fur. Although predominantly the color of the coat is white, the breed standards allow for the presence of small pale yellow spots near the ears. Also allowed a slight waviness of thick delicate fur. By the nature of Coton de Tulear smart, playful and obedient. Easy to get along with children, love to speak in public. But at the same time, aliens are wary, warning of their approach by ringing barking.

The hunting breed of dogs, bred in Scotland, the West Highland White Terrier has a semi-long, hard white fur with a thick, very soft curl. The West Highlands are very playful and good-natured. Easy to train and know how to get along with others. To get a raised dog, to obedience to teach from childhood.Otherwise, the dog will try to seize power, showing its leadership qualities. Since the breed was bred as a hunter, boundless courage, a lively mind and ingenuity, which they actively use, are characteristic of the wests. The energy that accumulates in this small (about 28 cm tall, weight no more than 7-9 kg) body requires daily active walks in the fresh air.

The poodle became a decorative dog not so long ago. For a long time, dogs of this breed were used as hunting for hunting waterfowl. Intelligent, active, self-respecting dog easily trained to perform in the circus arena, as well as to work as a customs or rescue investigative. Dwarf specimens (28–35 cm tall) and miniature ones (24–28 cm) are used mainly as companion dogs. Puppies of a white poodle have a down coat of a cream color, which, as they mature, turns white and is covered with elastic curls.

A shepherd's dog from Hungary is a member of a group of shepherd dogs. The large animal is 71–76 cm tall in males and 66–70 cm in females has thick semi-rigid hair with a thick soft undercoat. The length of the fur over the body is from 4 to 12 cm, on the head, underbelly and legs 1-2 cm, and on the tail up to 15 cm. The coat of the dog is very wavy, prone to the formation of mats. Acceptable color - white or pale ivory. Kuvasu differ gullibility to the owners and a lively character. They are brave, loyal to the owner and his family, but in case of frequent ill-treatment they can react negatively. Use them as guards, shepherds and as dogs for sports.

Another snow-white representative of large long-haired dogs is a Pyrenean mountain dog. The homeland of the Pyreneans is France, its mountainous part, where for many centuries the representatives of this breed serve as herding or guarding dogs. Over the centuries of breeding, mountain dogs have gained sufficient independence in their judgments and ability to act independently, without waiting for the host team. Therefore, experienced dog handlers who can raise an obedient dog without the use of cruel measures should be engaged in raising the dog. Otherwise, the dog will try to take a leading position, with which it will be difficult for an inexperienced dog owner to cope. The reason for this is the serious size of an adult dog:

• males height 0.7-0.8 m;
• females - 0.65-0.75 m.

The beauty of the Samoyed husky is recognized by all. White long fluffy fur coat allows the animal to withstand the harsh northern frosts. Heat retention is given by thick, short, very soft undercoat and long, semi-rigid and straight wool. By breed standards, except pure white, cream and white with biscuit stains are permissible, but not pale brown. Puppies of Samoyeds look very cute, they look like teddy bears. But, despite the cute appearance, the character of the Samoyed is stubborn. Dogs are not particularly obedient, tend to make their own decisions, but at the same time they are good-natured, affectionate towards children and retain a playful character to a ripe old age.

She can be considered a relative of the Samoyed husky. She is also a descendant of a white German Spitz. American Eskimo Spitz - a dog with many talents. She is easy to learn, always cheerful, gets along well with children, but at the same time she is a good companion, reliable guard and loyal friend. The size range of the Eskimo Spitz is quite wide: adults may be between 23 and 48 cm tall and weigh between 2.7 and 16 kg. The color of the coat can be pure white, or have a cream shade.

A little-known white Swiss or American-Canadian shepherd dog in Russia belongs to herding dogs. Elegant, medium height (58-66 cm - male, 53-61 cm - female), non-aggressive dog attracts dog breeders with a good-natured character, boundless devotion, unpretentiousness and vivacity. The dog is emotionally attached to the owners, it needs a feeling of family warmth and its own need. There are two types of "Swiss": long-haired and short-haired. Both subspecies are undemanding in maintenance and care.

The Maremma-Abruzzo Sheepdog is a native of Maremma and Abruzzo, two regions of Italy. The snow-white dog that looks like a retriever is used as a shepherd or watchman.Large and strong dogs have a calm, independent character and do not need the constant presence of the owner, easily enduring long separations. In addition to white, animals with a lemon, light red or pale beige shade of a fur coat are allowed.

The old breed of shepherd dogs - South Russian Shepherd - has a thick curly hair with a rich undercoat. The coat is rough to the touch. The length of the hair coat is the same throughout the body and not less than 10 cm. Dogs can be white, gray-white, fawn, white with spots, pale-pied, and gray in various shades. The character of the South Russian Shepherd Dog is rather severe. This is a dog of one owner, to which it will obey without question. The dog considers the host family to be his pack and will protect against the threat even at the cost of life.

If you come to visit, you saw in a corner or on the couch a large armful of thick threads resembling a mop, then do not rush to condemn the owners for the mess and do not try to shove this stuff on the floor by yourself. One of the reliable guard dogs, the Hungarian Shepherd Dog, or Komondor, has such a picturesque appearance. The characteristic feature is large, from 0.7 m tall and 50-60 kg in weight, the dog is a long white wool, twisted into strands. The total weight of the fur coat of an adult dog can reach 7 kg, and the number of cords is 2000 pieces. The adult has no undercoat. The falling hair remains in the cords, which are never combed, creating reliable protection from teeth and claws. Small puppies of the Hungarian Shepherd have silky soft wool with a pad that falls completely by two years. By this time, the puppy's hair begins to curl and form separate strands, which later coiled into cords.

Before purchasing a purebred dog, it is necessary to clarify with the seller the presence of pedigree, metric and veterinary passport. These documents will be essential if in the future you plan to participate in exhibitions or receive offspring. It is advisable to get acquainted with the pedigree and the state of health of the puppy's parents in order to determine the predisposition and the presence of genetic diseases. But first of all, you should familiarize yourself with the peculiarity of the nature of the selected dog breed, conditions of detention, nutrition and education.

Long-haired representatives of white dogs require regular combing of their fur coats to avoid the formation of tangles and tangle of hair. This applies to all breeds, except for the adult Hungarian Shepherd, whose cords must be separated from time to time without combing individual strands.. Dogs are bathed up to 3 times a month, large working dogs can be bathed once a year. Haircut claws and wool carried out as needed. Show dogs need more attention and care, while ordinary pets lack the usual hygiene procedures.

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