Dog breeds without tails review

There are a large number of dog breeds, each of which has its own distinctive character traits and unique appearance. It is the latter that becomes the key factor that influences the choice of a pet.

Besides the fact that dogs are large and small, short-haired and long-haired, they can be with and without a tail. There are many breeds whose hallmark is the lack of a tail.

The absence of such a part of the body as the tail of a representative of the family of canines caused many questions from scientists and researchers. For many decades, ingenious minds have tried to find explanations for this type of mutation in animals. After many laboratory studies, a conclusion emerged that gene mutations are the cause of the absence of a dog's tail. Individuals that have a short appendage or simply do not have it are called heterozygous.

It has also been proven that the presence of gene mutations has a strong influence on the future offspring. It is transmitted in 50% of cases.

Studies have shown that there are breeds of dogs that are characterized by gene mutations. Among them are the following dog breeds:

• australian pinscher;
• brazilian terrier;
• British Spaniel;
• French Bulldog;
• Karelian bear dog;
• Doberman;
• Pyrenean Sheepdog;
• Polish Lowland Sheepdog;
• Old English Sheepdog;
• Croatian Shepherd;
• Swedish Walchund;
• boxer;
• boston terrier;
• English bulldog;
• miniature schnauzer;
• rottweiler;
• Welsh Corgi.

The length of the tail or its complete absence in these animals depends on many factors that influence the formation of limbs. Of course, this is the pedigree, the presence or absence of a gene for an innate mutation, the dominant and nominal genes.

There are quite a few breeds of dogs with a short tail. Some of them are familiar to us - they can often be seen on the street and in the park. Below are the most popular individuals.

The birthplace of this magnificent dog is Germany. Named animal in honor of the city of Rotwald. Initially, this breed was used by man as a shepherd and for protection.

Rottweiler refers to a large, muscular breed of dogs, whose height can reach 80 cm at the withers, and weight - up to 50 kg. In most cases, the animal has a black color.

For a rottweiler, the presence of a short muzzle, a strong jaw, hanging triangular ears and dark almond-shaped eyes are typical.

Many consider these dogs very aggressive and unpredictable, but dog handlers say otherwise. They claim that Rottweiler, like any other breed, needs proper training.

This is a little tailless dog, which is credited with fighting the legacy - supposedly it was earlier that the French bulldogs took part in fierce dogfights. Today, this breed is assigned the role of a pet.

This dog is not characterized by large parameters: its height does not exceed 35 cm, and the weight is within 14 kg. Recognize the breed can be wide head, turned nose, bulging forehead, large dark eyes. The dog is peculiar tiger or spotted color.

This breed is also from Germany.Boxer refers to the stocky and muscular dogs who love sports lifestyle. His height at the withers does not exceed 65 cm, and his weight is 32 kg. The German boxer is characterized by a square and wide head, lower jaw protruding forward, with expressive dark eyes. The dog's coat has a red or brindle color.

As early as the 19th century, this breed was used by people exclusively to help in grazing livestock. It may sound scary, but the owners deliberately chopped animal tails. Today, thanks to scientific research and progress, such a mutation is an integral part of the dog's body.

As for the size, such dogs are not too large: the height does not exceed 65 cm, and the weight is 40 kg.

Sheepdog has a long wavy coat. The nature of the animal is good-natured and non-aggressive.

This is a noble and graceful breed of dogs. There was a breed in Germany in the XIX century by artificial means. The dog is characterized by well-developed muscles and tall. Her height reaches 72 cm, and weight - 40 kg. Short hair can be black, brown, blue or isabella color.

Doberman is a fearless, active, mobile breed. It has a sharp mind and alertness. For Doberman constant exercise and training is very important.

This breed of dog is considered one of the newest - it was bred by breeders. Many of its representatives live in the palace of the Queen of England, dogs are the favorites of Elizabeth II.

Puppies can be born with or without a tail. The lack of a tail can be explained by two reasons: it was stopped or the dog has a tail-tail gene.

The welsh corgi weight does not exceed 13 kg, and the height at the withers is 30 cm. As for color, it can be very diverse.

Choosing a puppy without a tail is as responsible and difficult as any familiar puppy with an appendage. The main thing to understand is that the absence of it in a dog is not a defect or a disease.

To choose the right pet, you need to follow a series of recommendations, which will be discussed below.

• You must decide on the breed of dog and gender.
• Then you need to carefully study the pedigree. This is required in order to understand from which parent the gene mutation was transmitted.
• Inspect the tail. You should make sure that the appendage has not been surgically stopped, and that the person may be dealing with fraudsters. If the operation was performed, it leaves a distinct mark in the form of a scar.
• You must familiarize yourself with the vaccination card.
• If you take a puppy in the kennel, then you need to be sure of the good reputation of the institution.

A dog without a tail is not considered special. She is the same as all other four-legged pets, is a friend of man and needs care, care and respect from her master.

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