In the world there are more than 400 dog breeds, each with unique and surprising characteristics, classified in different federations canines around the world. In fact, it is curious that it was precisely in the United Kingdom, during the Victorian Era, that more than 80% of the dog breeds we know today originated.
British dog breeds are especially curious and different from each other, therefore, in this article on our site we invite you to meet the English dog breedsmost popular large, medium and small.
1. English bulldog
The English bulldog is a dog native to England. His behavior is calm and trusting, so he lives with children without any problem. It is a very beloved breed to be adopted by families. Its fur is white with brown spots, although you can also find specimens with plain fur, either white or brown in various shades. The ears are short and the head is large, with rounded black eyes. Due to its morphology, the English bulldog is considered a brachycephalic dog and it is common for this breed to suffer from various respiratory, ocular and/or skin pathologies, among others.
two. Yorkshire Terrier
The Yorkshire Terrier is one of the most popular small English dog breeds in the world. It weighs between 3 and 4 kilos and its average lifespan varies between 10 and 15 years. He is very affectionate with children, as he has a playful personality. Its fur is dark bluish gray from the back of the head to the tail, the rest of the body is golden, in a tone similar to the lion's mane. It is a very he althy breed and does not tend to get sick frequently, however, visits to the vet should be made on a regular basis.
3. English Cocker Spaniel
The English Cocker Spaniel is a very old English dog breed that was used for hunting in the past. It is a very faithful dog and attached to its human companions, with a playful and affectionate character However, it has been observed that golden-colored specimens may have a tendency to aggressiveness[1]
His body is strong and athletic and he weighs about 15 kilos. The coat can be unicolor, bicolor or roan. It is a very intelligent breed , so it is advisable to educate and train it as soon as possible to develop all its capabilities
4. Border collie
Although all dogs are known, if there is an English dog that stands out above all due to its enormous popularity, it is undoubtedly this one. The border collie is considered the smartest dog in the world according to Stanley Coren's list of the smartest dogs. He was originally bred as Grazing Animal due to his energetic demeanor, athleticism, and ability to understand and obey commands. Its most common coat is black and white, either short or long, but the truth is that there are many colors of the border collie that are accepted.
The usual diseases of this breed are deafness, cataracts, hip dysplasia and lens dislocation. Regular visits to the vet are recommended to maintain good he alth.
5. English Setter
If you are looking for medium English dogs, you will love this breed! The English Setter is an agile, intelligent breed with hunting and livestock control skills, although today many people adopt it just for its beauty. Its fur can be black and white, tricolor or brown with whitish spots. Its ears can be long or short, and it also has a long snout and a prominent nose with very rounded eyes, which gives it an elegant and refined appearance.
The English setter is a he althy dog in general, but it is common for it to suffer from some diseases, such as deafness, gastric dilatation or skin problems.
6. English Mastiff
The English Mastiff is a giant breed of English dog that was used as a dog of war over 2,000 years ago A At the end of the Second World War it was almost extinct, but with the passage of time it managed to recover. Today, he is considered an excellent guard dog, as well as being friendly, sweet and playful.
This breed is about 80 centimeters long and has a short, coarse coat, usually beige or sandy, while the muzzle and nose are dark. The English mastiff can suffer from ectropion, gastric torsion and kidney stones. However, in general it is a fairly he althy and strong breed.
7. Greyhound
The greyhound is a dog that looks athletic, elegant and fast Its head is long and narrow, with dark eyes and elongated and slightly drooping ears. As for his personality, He is one of the most independentlarge English dog breeds, so he likes to have his own space, although this does not mean that he is tender and affectionate.
Its fur is light brown, although it can also be bicolor with whitish spots. It has a life expectancy of 12 years. This breed is ideal for living with children, either in houses or apartments.
8. Cavalier King Charles spaniel
The Toy Spaniel, or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel as it is also known, is a breed with an elegant and refined appearance. It is another of the most beloved small English dogs due to its beauty and personality. It owes its name to the fact that it was the favorite dog breed of King Charles III. Despite being a small dog, it has a robust and hairy build. Their ears are long and droopy, while the snout is short. He enjoys outdoor activities and his character is extremely docile and affectionate
Regarding its he alth, the breed is prone to various eye and respiratory diseases, however, there is a hereditary pathology that usually affects the breed, mainly those English lines, which is called syringomyelia. This extremely serious and painful pathology for the can[2]
9. English Foxhound
The English Foxhound, like other English dog breeds mentioned in this list, was originally used as a hunting dog, as it is able to travel great distances without getting tired easily. In addition, it has great agility and strength It usually measures about 60 centimeters in length in adulthood and weighs about 40 kilos.
Its fur is short and usually tricolor: white, black and brown. It is a very he althy animal, so it does not usually get sick easily. It has the peculiarity of being very noisy, since it barks a lot. He loves being outside and rubbing himself on the ground.
10. English Bull Terrier
We end the list of large, medium and small English dogs with the English bull terrier, a dog that is considered a potentially dangerous breed in Spain, but which is nevertheless especially popular on the peninsula. He stands out for his active and sociable character towards people, as well as for his strength and agility. Generally, we see white specimens, however, we also find brindle, red, fawn, black or tricolor dogs of this breed.
He is medium in size and his weight is around 25 kg, but he has no limits in terms of weight or height. The most common diseases of the breed are lethal acrodermatitis and mitral valve dysplasia.
Other English dog breeds
The above English dog breeds are not the only ones that exist, since, remember, that many of the dog breeds originated in the United Kingdom. So, here is a list with more small, medium and large English dogs:
- Beagle
- Jack Russell terrier
- English Pointer
- Bobtail
- Bedlington terrier
- Parson Russell terrier
- Golden retriever
- Border terrier
- Whippet
- Airedale terrier
