Large smooth-haired dogs: description of breeds and features of care

When it comes to choosing a dog, future owners may be confused with a huge number of existing breeds and colors. In this article the framework will be quite narrow, because it will be a big smooth-haired varieties. Despite the fact that some of the breeds are automatically eliminated by the set parameters, you still have a huge number of possible options and you will have to think carefully, study the characters, behavior and care features before you decide.

Of course, large breeds are often chosen not only for the call of the heart, but also for protection. With such a pet is not afraid to stay at home alone, he can be charged with the protection of the site, some are very positive about the care of pets for children. A big dog in the family is definitely a good helper, but it will require proper conditions of detention. These dogs live quite a long time, an average of about 12 years (rarely more than 18 years), so you need to be prepared for long-term relationships and care.

The big dog needs the following:

• separate space for rest and sleep in sufficient quantities;
• a place for physical activity, if you have a private house or enough time with the owner to make daily walks;
• full and balanced nutrition.

It is worth considering in more detail what breeds belong to the big smooth-haired dogs.

• Dogo Argentino. Like any dog, this dog looks like a real aristocrat. It is mainly found with a white color, but sometimes individuals with black specks. This is both an elegant and quite powerful dog, it has massive limbs and an impressive chest. The character is calm, restrained, but at the same time the dog will be very active and make you run, whether you like it or not. The height of the dogo argentina on average reaches 70 centimeters, and the normal weight of an adult dog is kept at 65 kg.

• Dalmatian. Charming and unique in its color breed originally from Croatia. Initially, the dog was bred for hunting, so it is active, enduring, fast and graceful. At the same time, owners often note the wayward nature of these handsome men and a persistent thirst for attention. Dressura must take place under the supervision of a professional. The average height of males - about 60 cm, and weight - about 32 kilograms.

Interesting facts about the breed, see below.

• Doberman. This dog is not simple, most often it is used as a service dog. She has a catchy black and brown color, powerful muscles. Doberman is perfectly tamed, so he can often be found in the protection of objects, including those with increased danger, such as prisons. The average height is 72 cm, and the normal weight fluctuates around the 45 kg mark.

• Rottweiler. It is similar in color to a Doberman: the prevailing black tint with a splash of red or brown. Initially, the dog was bred to monitor the sheep, a breed originally from Germany.Despite its origin, the Rottweiler has a very complex nature, and in the absence of professional training, it quickly loses control. Externally, these dogs can be called stocky, their growth rarely reaches more than 68 cm, and the weight should lie within 56 kg. Another point that you need to know in advance is that, unfortunately, this breed is prone to skin and cancer diseases more than other dogs. In this regard, their average life expectancy reaches 10 years.

• French mastiff This breed is also called Bordeaux mastiff. This is a very good brown family dog ​​with a beautiful good-natured, totally non-conflicting character. The breed is quite massive and, moreover, prone to the rapid gain of excess weight, so the nutrition of the mastiff should be monitored very carefully. Since the pet often becomes a favorite member of the family, where everyone tries to feed the charming girl, you need to adhere to strict rules in the diet and try to give preference to strict graphics and professional food. Normal will be considered a weight in the region of 54 kg with growth in the region of 68 cm.

• Neapolitan Mastiff - This is another good-natured breed of dogs with short hair. The most popular color is gray. Characteristic external features are hanging ears, a wrinkled forehead and hanging cheeks. The breed has a low level of aggression, despite the fact that earlier it was often used in gladiatorial dog fights. Now very many people choose such a pet for the family and home security. Training is recommended, as the dog may feel dominant and be stubborn. It reaches a height of approximately 75 cm, and the normal weight is almost equal to height.

• Ca-de-bou. These are interesting, highly social, four-legged, very intelligent, well-trainable, but at the same time independent pets. The average growth reaches 56 cm, and the normal weight does not exceed 35 kg. The color may be different: in the classic version it is pale-yellow, but it can be brindle or black. If you need not just a friend, but an assistant and a security guard, ca-de-bou will be an excellent choice.

• South African Boerboel. From the list provided, this breed is perhaps the most massive. Their weight can reach 90 kg, and the growth will be no more than 60 cm. Wide forehead, powerful limbs, thick tail, muscular, dense neck. Boerboel is a very strong-willed and rather tough four-legged friend. A soft-bodied owner is absolutely not suitable for such a dog. The owner must be a match, the dog should be brought up in strictness, but, of course, not without love.

Despite the fact that smooth-haired dogs, in principle, have to become part of a family and live in a house, not all large breeds are meant for keeping in a house. A large dog will need enough space to live. If the main location becomes an apartment, the pet will need a place to walk, rest, play and food. In fact, for such a dog will need a separate room and free access to other sections of the apartment.

The most successful breeds for urban dwellings are German Dobermans. - discreet, friendly and family dogs.

Another option is a smooth-haired Labrador. Most likely, you know the playful and good-natured disposition of this breed. Often because of their nature, such dogs are used as guide dogs.

To understand how a pet will behave, it is important not only to read all possible information about it, but also to watch its parents, if you have such an opportunity.