Almost all countries of the planet took part in creating their own exclusive dog breed. But Britain was especially “productive” in this sense. Today, many English dog breeds are a success. Meet the most popular.
English setter
Beautiful and friendly, getting along well with children - these are the main features of this dog.
The breed of dogs English Setter has a pretty memorable appearance. Setter is a beautifully built dog with elegant posture. The coat of the animal is very long and dense with a characteristic speckled color. It can be perfectly straight or slightly wavy.
The animal moves with special grace, but at the same time the English setters are very mobile dogs with a keen sense of flair. After all, they were bred exclusively for hunting.
If we talk about character, then the English setter is ideal as a pet for a family with children. Dogs are very sociable and calmly react to strangers who came to the house.
You should not start this dog if you spend most of the time outside the house, because they just vitally need constant communication with a person. Setters do not tolerate loneliness. Also, the animal is completely unsuitable for enclosure.
Animal content
Here, special troubles are also not expected. The main thing to remember is that English dog breeds are mostly hunters, and setters are no exception. That is why the animal needs a long daily walk, during which the dog can run without a leash. Only in this case your pet will be cheerful and healthy.
The coat of the animal also needs special care. The setter needs to be combed daily, which will avoid its tangling. Periodically, the dog needs to process the paws, cutting the hair between the pads.
Greyhound
Another old English breed of dog that will look great both on the hunt and on the show ring.
Greyhound is an English version of a hunting greyhound dog. Initially, the animals were intended exclusively for hunting, but later they took the tracks on dog races. The powerful and well-developed muscles of the hind legs make them great sprinters.
Representatives of the breed are very friendly. Dogs are calm in nature, which helps them get along with other representatives of the canine world. Having decided to start Greyhound houses, it is worth considering their natural hunting instinct. That is why small pets (cats, decorative rabbits or chinchillas) may well become an object of hunting.
British greyhounds are intelligent and friendly animals, especially strongly attached to their owners.
English cocker spaniel
The breed of dog English Cocker Spaniel is one of the many hunting breeds. In general, cockers are intelligent, curious and sociable animals. The dog’s spectacular appearance, coupled with an obedient and complaisant character, make him a universal favorite. This is probably the most common family dog breed. English Spaniel is very attached to the owners, hard to endure loneliness. The dog gets along well with other pets and gets along with children.
Representatives of the breed are quite easy to educate, but it is necessary to start this process immediately after the appearance of the puppy in the house. He should immediately recognize you as a master, so you can’t indulge the pranks of a little prankster. If the dog understands that the owner is not always ready to go to the set goal, then you will get a real domestic bully.
Cockers are great hunters. And if you do not plan to use the dog for its intended purpose, then you are simply obliged to come up with an alternative pastime for your pet. It can be exhibitions, for example. If the dog is not busy with anything, then her character begins to deteriorate. You can even say that from idleness the spaniel is quietly going crazy. Cockers need long daily walks and moderate physical activity.
Long ears and coat give dogs a special charm. That is why spaniels need special care. Every day, the dog needs to be combed, since the wool is knocked into coats without care. In addition, she needs a regular haircut.
English Pointer
The breed was bred in 1650 and was intended for hunting rabbits and birds, nesting on the ground. The dog got its name because of the characteristic stance that it takes when it detects prey. The English Pointer is still the most popular hunting dog.
If we talk about the nature of the animal, then this is a faithful breed. The dog is distinguished by an extremely balanced character. The Pointer is calm with other dog representatives and extremely friendly with other pets. Especially if they grew together.
The English Pointer responds vividly to the presence of strangers. This is such a home bell that will certainly notify you with a loud bark in case of suspicious noise in the house.
Dogs of this breed have a smooth and dense coat, which needs regular cleaning. This breed is completely unsuitable for a city apartment. The animal needs space so that he can walk freely in nature. If you are a lover of morning jogging, then you will not find the best companion.
These were the breeds of English hunting dogs. And now we will get acquainted with other famous British.
English mastiff
In the UK, mastiffs are traditionally used as guard dogs. This breed is the largest of all known. Individual members of the family reach 150 kg, but, despite such an impressive size, the animals have excellent build.
Initially, the breed was used during hunting, then as fighting dogs and, finally, as guard dogs. With all this, the mastiff is a surprisingly kind and non-aggressive dog, faithfully loving the owner and his children.
Dogs of this breed are excellent companions, kind and gentle. But leave it alone with young children is still not worth it. Although the dog does not show aggression at all, it can accidentally crush the child with its weight during the game.
Welsh Corgi Pembroke
Fans of watching the life of noble people quite often ask the question: “What breed of dog is the Queen of England?” This is a welsh corgi pembroke - a small shepherd dog, somewhat resembling a fox. According to legend, the first welsh corgi was presented to people by the fairy queen.
The favorite breed of dogs of the English Queen is the Welsh Corgi Pembroke. And this is no longer a secret, since these dogs have been accompanying the heads of the ruling house of the Windsor for eight decades.
The dogs are very friendly. They get along well with children and pets, with whom they are forced to share the shelter and love of the owner. On a walk, they enjoy playing with other representatives of the canine family, since they are not conflicting from birth. But it is worth remembering that the Welsh Corgi is one of the varieties of miniature shepherds, so if another dog touches this baby, you can see your baby in all its glory. This funny fox is able to repel a dog that is larger than it in weight and size.
Corgi cannot be idle, but they never entertain themselves by spoiling the sofa or howling. But the little motor that nature hid in this dog never stops. Active games, exploring your territory, long walks - this is what gives the dog pleasure. Therefore, if you are difficult to climb, then the Welsh Corgi is definitely not your dog.
Royal Dog Health Hazards
One of the main problems of this breed is obesity. If your pet does not receive the necessary physical activity, but at the same time eats tightly, then shortness of breath, excess weight and associated diseases of the cardiovascular system are guaranteed. Therefore, it is so important to monitor the calorie content of the dog’s diet.
Now you know what breed of dog the Queen of England is. Unfortunately, in Russia, Corgi are quite rare.
English Toy Spaniel
Of course, not all English dog breeds are as powerful as mastiffs, there are also miniature representatives. One of them is the English Toy Spaniel, a favorite of King Charles II. The ancestors of the dogs were English spaniels, which in the 19th century were actively interbreeding with pugs and Pekingese. It was from them that the animals got their charming nose.
Toy Spaniel is a charming and friendly doggie. Immensely devoted to his master, he seeks to spend all the time with his family. He especially likes children's society. Dogs get along well with other pets. Thanks to its calm, balanced and undemanding character, the English Toy Spaniel will be the perfect family companion.
As a puppy grows older, it is necessary to give him a general idea of obedience. Toy Spaniel is very smart and easy to train. He will try his best to earn the praise of the owner, although sometimes it becomes very moody.
Dogs do not need strong physical exertion, so they are ideal for keeping in a city apartment. But the doggie will get real pleasure from a short walk.
English bulldog
This is a completely unique and unlike any other breed of dog. The English bulldog looks stocky, rather, even a square dog. The hair of the animal is short and very pleasant to the touch. A distinctive feature of the English bulldog is the presence of a breast.
Once a fighting dog, the modern English bulldog is a wonderful companion, perceiving all the events taking place in the house as part of his life. Noisy and very gambling, the bulldog can spend hours playing with children.
The dog cannot remain alone for a long time. Lack of communication makes him moody and naughty. And remember, a bulldog cannot be forced to do something by force, but to "persuade" it is quite realistic.
The English Bulldog does not need long walks. On the contrary, bulldogs should be protected from excessive physical exertion. This dog belongs to an exclusive breed of "sofa-guard" dogs.
Finally
These were the most popular English dog breeds. Of course, these are not all the representatives whose homeland was Great Britain. After all, to cover everything in such a short story is completely impossible.