Which dogs are considered the most loyal: a description of the breeds and interesting facts

Everyone who decides to get a dog faces the difficulty of choosing the breed of his future pet. Before you accurately decide on this, you need to study: the appearance of various breeds; their character; features of their care. Of course, everyone wants to see a reliable companion in their dog, so you need to approach the choice of breed with all responsibility.

The most loyal and intelligent dog breeds are:

• Border Collie;
• German and East European Shepherds;
• labrador retriever;
• Doberman Pinscher;
• sheltie;
• Australian Shepherd;
• rottweiler.

Border Collie

This is a breed that belongs to the first section (sheepdogs) of the first group (herding and cattle dogs) according to the classification of the International Kennel Federation. It was bred in Great Britain in the XNUMXth century. She is rightfully considered one of the smartest and most loyal breeds.

The Border Collie is a large dog, like most other sheepdogs. Its height at the withers is from 0,47 to 0,53 m, and its weight is from 15 to 20 kg. The color of the border collie is black and white or red and white, tricolor is also found, but white should never prevail in color. The coat of these animals can be both medium length and long.

Animals of this breed have a graceful, proportional body with strong muscles. In order for the musculoskeletal system to develop normally, the Border Collie, like all other large dogs, needs daily long walks and intense physical activity. Also, all sorts of training and competitions are useful for her, in which not only strength and agility, but also intelligence.

Border collies are energetic and highly intelligent. Dogs of this breed are usually very loyal not only to their owner, but to all family members. In this regard, the border collie is great as a pet for people who have children.

German and East European Shepherds

It is also a large dog that requires daily mental and physical activity.

The German Shepherd was bred for official purposes in Germany at the end of the XNUMXth century. The first representative of this breed was Greif – a dog with an off-white color, first shown at the exhibition in Hannover in 1882.

The height of the German Shepherd at the withers is from 0,55 to 0,65 m, weight – from 22 to 40 kg. Dogs of this breed are highly intelligent. German Shepherds can be used as guards, policemen, shepherd dogs, guide dogs. In addition, due to their ingenuity, animals of this breed are often filmed in films. Since the German Shepherd has an accommodating character, she gets along well with children.

Despite the fact that the German Shepherd is usually the most devoted to his owner, he tries to protect his family members as well. Once in Victoria there was a case when a German Shepherd Dasher for 14 hours guarded the childlost in the forest.

If a dog of this breed, for some reason, parted with the owner for a long time, she still does not forget him in any case and will faithfully wait for his return. So, in Italy there is a dog named Tommy, who previously belonged to Maria Loki, who found him in the middle of the field. After her death, the dog comes to the service in the church every day, where was the funeral of the hostess.

The East European Shepherd was bred in the USSR in the 1930s. This is a large dog with a long graceful body. Height at the withers – 0,62-0,76 m, weight – 30-60 kg. This dog is an ideal companion and guardian. The East European Shepherd is considered to be one of the most loyal dog breeds. Despite the fact that she is accommodating and balanced with the owner, she always treats strangers with distrust, and in case of danger will defend the master to the last.

Labrador retriever

The Labrador Retriever was bred in Canada. It has a strong physique, a broad skull and powerful paws. Its height is from 0,54 to 0,57 m, weight – 27-40 kg.

Dogs of this breed are very good swimmers and love to work in the water, so they often used as lifeguards. In addition, they are usually very attached to the house and to their owner. Due to his kind and friendly nature, the Labrador gets along well with children, he can even be left with the child “on the nannies.” Labradors are also often used as guides for the blind.

There was a case when a guide dog of this breed helped its owner survive during act of terrorism, despite the fact that the blind man no longer hoped to escape and released the dog so that it could run away.

Doberman Pinscher

This breed was bred in 1890 in Germany by Friedrich Louis Dobermann. Initially, it was called the Thuringian Pinscher, but after the death of the breeder, it was decided to name it in his honor. Doberman has a strong, muscular, but at the same time graceful body and long muzzle. Animal parameters:

• Dog height – 0,63-0,72 m
• Weight – 32-45 kg.

With proper training, a dog of this breed is a faithful protector for its owner and his entire family, especially children. Unlike many other breeds of dogs, a Doberman can attack an ill-wisher not only on command, but also by his own decision, if he feels that the owner or members of his family are in danger.

Sheltie

This dog is very similar to the collie, but is smaller in size. Its height at the withers is from 0,33 to 0,40 cm.

Sheltie is considered one of the smartest and most loyal dogs. She has a gentle character, the ability to understand her master well and sympathize with him in difficult times. This animal is always ready to protect the owner in case of danger and is not very trusting of strangers. Shelties rarely allow themselves to be stroked by strangers, however, with family members and friends of the owner, she is always affectionate and never shows aggression. The Sheltie is very easy to train, so she is very popular among beginner dog breeders.

Australian shepherd

It is also one of the most loyal dogs. It was bred in the USA by crossing the Pyrenean Sheepdog and several varieties of collies. This is a graceful animal with long hair. His height is 0,46-0,58 m, weight – 16-32 kg.

The Australian Shepherd is a very energetic dog that requires constant walks and outdoor games, so it is more suitable for keeping in a private house with a large yard. Animal of this breed is highly intelligent and learns quickly. The Australian Shepherd, due to its high intelligence, hard work and responsibility, is often used as a service dog.

Rottweiler

It is also one of the most loyal dog breeds. It was bred in Germany in the XNUMXth century. Animal of this breed has a powerful muscular body. Due to its difficult nature, the Rottweiler needs proper training. An animal of this breed is distinguished by high endurance and determination. The Rottweiler can often be aggressive towards other dogs and strangers, always ready to protect the owner, but with proper training, the animal will never attack a stranger for no reason.