From the 19th century onwards, the majority of dog breeds that we know today developed, which originated in the United Kingdom. However, many of these breeds emigrated to the United States, where new crosses and hybridizations occurred, giving rise to the American dog breeds
1. American Staffordshire Terrier
The American Staffordshire Terrier, also known as " amstaff " is one of the most popular breeds in the United States and its history is closely intertwined with the American Pit Bull Terrier. It is a medium-sized, muscular dog with short hair.
It is considered a potentially dangerous dog in Spain due to its morphological characteristics, however, it stands out for being a dog that creates a very strong emotional bondwith their owners. As for his he alth, he is prone to demodectic mange and hip dysplasia.
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two. Boston terrier
The boston terrier is characterized by being a sociable, friendly and affectionate dogboth with people and with their canine companions. The breed originated from a cross between the English bulldog and the French terrier intended for use in dog fighting. However, over time these practices were banned and it is currently a domesticated breed.
It is a small dog with large, round, dark and very expressive eyes, as well as short fur. The breed demands a lot of attention, as they get depressed easily when they spend a lot of time alone, which also makes them prone to developing anxious behaviors.
Regarding your he alth, you may suffer cataracts, epilepsies, allergies and even heart problems, so it is recommended to visit the veterinarian twice a year for proper control.
3. American bully
The American Bully is a breed originating from the cross between the American Pit Bull Terrier and the American Staffordshire Terrier. The breed is muscular and athletic in appearance, with a long snout and large paws, which can make it intimidating.
The coat has various colors, but it is more common to find it in shades of brown or gray on the back and intense white on the underside. In terms of behavior, despite its aggressive appearance, this breed is very faithful and affectionate.
Dogs are generally in good he alth, although they are genetically prone to cataracts, deafness, hypothyroidism and heart disease. It is recommended to exercise it properly with several walks a day and various games.
4. American English Coonhound
The american english coonhound is a breed native to Virginia, Tennessee and Kentucky. It was mainly used as a hunting dog and was even known as the Virginia hound They are very agile animals and good at sports. Its coat can be short or medium with very varied colors, although specimens are normally seen in white and reddish tones. In addition, they have long, drooping ears, typical of all coonhounds, and large, oval eyes that give them excellent lateral and binocular vision.
In terms of their personality, they are affectionate and very sociable dogs, although they tend to become aggressive if they feel very nervous.
5. American Foxhound
The American Foxhound is a breed that can live up to 12 years. His character is relaxed. This breed differs from the English foxhound in that the latter has finer, longer bones and more angular hind legs.
The American Foxhound was originally bred to be a hunting dog, possessing excellent sense of smell and athletic abilities. Its size varies depending on the gender, males usually measure about 64 centimeters in length and females 60 centimeters, in addition to weighing between 30 and 40 kilos.
Fur appears in any shade. As for their he alth, they may develop hip, eye and obesity problems, so a lot of exercise, a balanced diet and frequent visits to the vet are recommended.
6. Redbone coonhound
The redbone coonhound is a breed originating from Georgia. Their appearance is elegant and contrasts with their skills as a hunting dog They are intelligent dogs, with an excellent sense of smell and very easy to train to track and make birds climb trees. dams.
The coat of this breed can appear tinted with white spots, although they are commonly unicolors of intense fire Life expectancy varies between 11 and 13 years. It is believed that the name of this breed comes from the last name of one of its first breeders, Peter Redbone
7. American Mastiff
The American Mastiff is the result of a cross between an English Mastiff and an Anatolian Shepherd. He is a large dog of powerful looking, with huge bones, stocky and stocky body. The coat is mostly brindle.
Like all mastiff-type dogs, the American is a faithful and very affectionate dog, perfect for family environments where there are children. They can also live in small spaces like apartments, as long as they take frequent walks. Life expectancy varies between 10 and 12 years. The breed originated from crosses made by Fredericka Wagner in Piketon, Ohio.
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8. American Leopard Dog
The American leopard dog or "catahoula leopard dog" is the official state dog of Louisiana He was considered a hunting dog and for cattle drive work. The breed is easily domesticated, especially if it is educated from an early age.
There are a variety of specimens of this breed, so it is difficult to find a common pattern regarding their physical appearance. However, they are united by their floppy ears, brown-toned fur coloration, and an agile, athletic build. They tend to be very loyal to their families, although they tend to prefer one of their members.
9. American Akita
The American Akita is a breed that descends directly from the Akita Inu, originally from Japan, although the American breed comes from that continent. It is a very intelligent animal, capable of learning hundreds of commands with ease. His character is loyal and faithful.
It is large in size, imposing in appearance, with a triangular head and ears and small eyes. The American Akita has a double-layered coat that protects it from the cold and gives it a majestic appearance.
10. Kyi-leo
The kyi-leo is a breed resulting from the cross between the Bichon M altese and the Lhasa Apso developed in the fifties. It is a small dog, robust and muscular body Its coat is long and silky black and white, although it can also come in shades of gray and yellow.
When the breed is a puppy it is very active, playful, affectionate and intelligent, so it can be easily trained. In addition, it is ideal for family environments and relates very well with children. As for its he alth, it is a very he althy animal, although it can suffer from periodontal problems and patellar luxation.
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