We all know and love dogs, but have you ever seen some of the world's strangest and most massive dog breeds? From the Neapolitan Mastiff to the Tibetan Mastiff, these furry giants are sure to make a big impression.
Scary dog names, such as Devil, Centaur, and Gargoyle, give off a magical feel with a touch of badass to it. Or you can go for legit scary names like Bogeyman, Demon, or Zombie. Epic characters from scary movies such as Hannibal, Annabelle, and Chainsaw are also awesome picks.
Dogs can smell as far as 11 miles away as they have a part of their brain mainly devoted to analyzing smells, and the Jacobsonโs organ to boost their smelling capability. Moreover, the nose of a dog has an average of 300 million olfactory receptors compared to the mere 6 million receptors of a human nose.
According to a study conducted by the University of Zurich, the healthiest dog breeds are Australian Cattle Dog, Basset Hound, Beagle, and the Border Collie. These dogs are least likely to experience health problems., which leads them to have a higher life expectancy.
Well-known purebred German dog breeds are the Rottweiler and the German Shepherd. Others are a little more obscure, such as the Dachshund and the Pomeranian.
Pug-Zu is a mixed breed dog that is the offspring of a purebred Shih Tzu and a purebred Pug. This Shih Tzu Pug Mix is a sweet petite doggie that is quite friendly, which makes it a perfect family pet for everyone.
Did you know that apart from reindeer, White Alaskan Malamutes were also used as sled pullers? Yes, the furry White Alaskan Malamutes were originally bred as sled dogs because of their strength and fortitude. They have a keen resemblance to other sled dogs like Samoyeds, Eskimo Dogs, Laikas, andย Siberian Huskies.
The American Akita is a large, muscular, spitz-type working dog. This AKC-recognized breed has become popular for its dignified stature, loyalty, and intelligence. Despite garnering a reputation for being an aggressive dog, this pooch is bound to bring joy to people with its silly antics.
Yes, there is a Chihuahua Doberman hybrid mix. This mix is the offspring from crossing a Chihuahua with a Doberman Pinscher. Despite putting up a rather aggressive front towards other animals and strangers, you may find this Chihuahua Doberman Mix clingy and vocal with its barking.