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Want to adopt a long-haired dog, but you don’t know which breed to turn to? The choices are many because the species of long-haired dogs are numerous! If this coat makes them look great and gives them a refined elegance, you will also have to wait to arm yourself with your brush and patience several times a week to maintain it well. Check out our top 10 breeds of long-haired dogs to help you make your choice! In this article, we cover 10 of the rarest hairy dog breeds in the world.
Neapolitan Mastiff: Origins and history
Like all molossus, it most likely descends from the ancient Tibetan Molosse; he has lived in southern Italy for at least two thousand years BC. At the Second World War, the breed was close to extinction: it was recovered and saved in 1946 by the Italian writer and cynologist Piero Scanziani. They reconstructed it from the few remaining subjects.
Character and skills
Loving:
The Mastiff of Naples is a dog very affectionate towards his family members; he can even be sticky sometimes and does not hesitate to get on the couch to get all the attention of his masters.
Player:
Although not very hard-working, the Neapolitan Mastiff enjoys short play sessions, especially with children. When he is a puppy, the Mastiff of Naples becomes more dynamic and willing for the game.
Quiet:
Very quiet, this Neapolitan can sleep long hours but keep an alert eye on what’s going on around him. Indeed, he can leave at the quarter turn if he feels a danger approaching his familiar environment.
Intelligent:
The intelligence of the Mastino Napoletano (so-called in his country of origin) is reflected in his ability to analyze situations. In a short period, he can judge the dangerousness or other of a problem and act accordingly. He is never aggressive about anything and does not rush without thinking. Read also the best successful way to raise small dogs.
Tibetan dogs: Origins and history
Remaining almost unchanged for millennia, it is the descendant of the ancient Tibetan Mastiff who gave birth to virtually all the mastiffs, molasses, and molossoids of today. It was once much larger than it is today. He was described by Marco Polo as “Great as a donkey and with a voice as powerful as that of a lion.”
Character and skills
Loving:
Although he remains very attached to his family, the Tibetan Dogue is a dog with a tricky character: “casual” and independent; he rarely shows his feelings.
Player:
Its distant character does not make this lion-dog of Tibet the best playmate even if, when he is a puppy, he can enjoy the sessions of playful and educational games.
Quiet:
Even if this giant moose does not reach maturity until 3 or 4 years, he remains a very calm and calm dog. He appreciates his tranquillity and can react strongly if an external element disturbs his nap.
Intelligent:
If a dog is considered intelligent when it is docile, then the Tibetan Dogue is not the smartest of its kind. However, it is often the dogs who manage to use strategies to avoid obeying that are the smartest.
Moreover, it is more by its ability to observe, analyze, and protect that this molosse is distinguished.
Saluki dogs: Origins and history
Saluki has been around for thousands of years and is evoked in the oldest known Arabic poem. Over the centuries, as the living conditions of the nomadic Arab tribes have changed little, this dog has also remained virtually identical to its primitive form.
Character and skills
Loving:
It is sweet and faithful while being entirely independent.
Player:
It is mainly when he is a puppy that the Persian greyhound engages in playful activities.
Quiet:
This greyhound is particularly wise, laid-back, and quiet.
Intelligent:
He quickly understands what is expected but listens only if the command comes from a trusted person.
Komondor: Origins and history
The origin of this dog, very old, is undoubtedly Asian. However, exactly how and when it arrived in Hungary (probably with the Magyars, towards the 11th century).
Character and skills
Loving:
It is not the most demonstrative dog, although it is very attached (in its way) to its social group.
Player:
Before he’s an adult, he likes to play, but once he’s an adult, he gets a lot quieter. He prefers to watch the surroundings rather than be distracted by a play session.
Quiet:
It is a quiet force, but as soon as it detects a threat, it adopts very impressive defensive attitudes.
Intelligent:
He is a clever dog who can quickly tell the difference between visiting a guest and a malicious intrusion. Read also Magic ways to train your dog to obey
Melita Terrier: Origins and history
The breed is relatively recent, but there are no complete documents on its origins. However, it is almost certain that different Terriers such as the Skye, the Cairn, the Clydesdale (now extinct), and the “Melita Terrier” (now Maltese Bichon) participated in its formation.
Character and skills
Loving:
A true pot-de-colle with the people he trusts, the Yorkshire Terrier is very demonstrative with members of his social group and particularly enjoys spending time on their lap.
Player:
This pleasure terrier is dynamic and active, making him a little clown who likes to entertain the gallery. He is very playful and enjoys spending time with his masters while having fun; he often demands their attention for a game session.
Quiet:
This dog knows how to be calm when he has spent enough time during the day. Indeed, he often demands activities and interactions with his masters but knows how to adapt to their moods and land on the couch for extended hours if necessary.
Intelligent:
Very clever, this little pleasure dog has beautiful abilities that he sometimes knows how to keep to himself so that his master spends as much time as possible teaching him a new trick, for example.
Volpino: Origins and History
It’s very ancient origins are the same as those of the German Spitz (see the previous sheet). For centuries, Volpino has been widespread in Italy, especially in Tuscany (where it was called Volpino of Florence), both in the great aristocratic families and among the people. Lately, the German Spitz has “usurped” its place, and the Volpino has almost disappeared. It was saved only thanks to the passion of a few breeders. Today, the Volpino is no longer on the verge of extinction, but it is far from as well known as it deserves.
Character and skills
Loving:
Although he is not a lover of cuddles, this little Italian spitz is very close to the members of his social group to whom he can be demonstrative, mainly to attract attention.
Player:
This fox-like dog is described as exuberant, pleasant, and playful. He loves to have fun, make jokes, and spend time with his humans.
Quiet:
Overflowing with energy and vitality, this dog does not know how to stay in place and constantly needs to externalize his joie de vivre.
Intelligent:
Volpino means “little fox” in Italian, and this dog does not take its name from the fox simply because of its remarkable resemblance. Indeed, if he has the allure, he also has the temperament, cunning, and malice. He knows how to soften his world and get what he wants, in that he is a very clever dog.
Catalan Shepherd: Origins and history
Little is known about its origins, even though it is now one of the most widespread breeds of Iberian shepherds. It has lived for a long time in almost total geographical isolation and probably descends from sheepdogs themselves from the primitive Eastern breeds.
Character and skills
The Catalan Shepherd is still used as a sheepdog in some parts of Spain: thanks to his intelligence, he does not only follow the shepherd, but he often replaces him to take care of the conduct and maintenance of the herd alone. In other countries (where it deserves to be more widespread), it is primarily a pet and shows a dog. Still, it has an excellent ability to care and defend (especially children, which it adores). He is eclectic, very friendly (even in appearance); he likes to play but knows how to stay quietly in his place if he understands that “this is not the time.” It can be used in virtually all practical functions. As a goalkeeper and defender, he is fearless and does not hesitate in the face of danger. He may appear fierce and withdrawn, but he is only with those he does not know. It is easy to educate and train.
Loving:
He is a good pet dog close to his social group and appreciates the human presence in general.
Player:
He never refuses a game but stays quietly in his place if he is not invited.
Quiet:
It’s a quiet force. This sheepdog is very balanced and is never in a hurry; it takes the time to analyze a situation and act accordingly.
Intelligent:
Versatile, thoughtful, and clever, it’s a dog you can count on and trust.
Bearded Collie: Origins and History
The Bearded Collie is a very ancient dog, which comes from the crossing of the Bobtail with the primitive shape of the Collie; in reality, we are not sure of its most remote origins. The first written documents relating to this dog date back to the 16th century, but it seems that it already existed at the time of the invasion of the British Isles by the Romans.
Character and skills
Loving:
It is a dog closely related to its adoptive family and the people around it in general.
Player:
Very active and dynamic, this dog is a great player.
Quiet:
He needs to run and play but knows how to be quiet inside if all his needs are met.
Intelligent:
The bearded Collie is very clever, sometimes a little too much. His intelligence allows him to detect the meaning of an indication and to escape it if he does not perceive any.
Bedlington Terrier: Origins and History
It is a Terrier in every respect, born for hunting foxes and snoops. It looks like a very “modern” dog, but it has 200 years of history behind it. By 1782 there were already dogs quite similar to today’s Bedlington Terrier. The geographical origins of this Terrier lie near the Scottish border: their breeding was concentrated between Horpeth and Bedlington, among the miners of this region. They used it for hunting and for running. Its use in racing explains the presence of the Whippet among the ancestors of the breed.
Character and skills
Although it looks like a lamb, the Bedlington Terrier is a dog with a great temperament, lively and joyful… but also ready to fight with his fellows of the same sex and reluctant to be abused by children, especially those he does not know. So he’s a real Terrier, even if he doesn’t look like one. When provoked, it is ready to throw itself at any animal without taking care of its size. However, if it is well educated and socialized, it can live with other dogs and cats. Thanks to his courage, he is an excellent watchdog, although its use is now practically limited to amenities and exhibitions.
Loving:
He is a pretty proud and self-confident dog who dramatically appreciates the members of his social group.
Player:
He may be a gambler, but be careful; he is not the best companion for children.
Quiet:
He is very calm when he is at home, and his needs have been met.
Intelligent:
It is a dog that adapts quite well to different lifestyles and is reasonably thoughtful, which is a sign of specific intelligence.
Shetland Sheepdog: Origins and History
This dog is native to the Shetland Islands. Small animals such as sheep or ponies have always been raised because the nature of the soil is inferior and small animals are synonymous with less maintenance.
Character and skills
Loving:
The Sheltie, as he is known, is a dog very close to his master, cuddly and caring.
Player:
Very awake and active, he loves to play, especially with children he enjoys very much.
Quiet:
Behind his shepherd’s energy hides a gentle and laid-back character when his needs are met.
Intelligent:
Very clever and receptive, he quickly integrates what is expected of him.
Papillon
Papillon is a French term that means “butterfly,” which is a fitting name for these adorable tiny canines with their upright ears. But don’t be fooled by Papillon’s attractive appearance. He is the “original large dog in a small body” and has more activity and intelligence than many people know what to do with, despite his diminutive size.
Papillon, like a supermodel with a Ph.D. in nuclear physics, attracts your eye with its grace and expression – unique butterfly wings, silky coat, and dark eyes.
Ts But inside this adorable wallet-sized body is one of the most intelligent dogs. This bright and enthusiastic little guy excels at everything a dog can do, from organized sports to household chores. Canine agility, long walks in the park, and, of course, companionship is all things that dogs like.
His small size means he can live happily in an apartment, but only if he receives gentle and consistent training to prevent annoying barking and toilet use accidents. This dog is sometimes nicknamed Babi Babi, and like many small dogs, he has a casual attitude towards working in the house.
The Papillon is a good choice if you want a comfortable dog that doesn’t need many exercises. He is brilliant and needs stimulating activity and training. He needs time to run safely and play with other small dogs, as well as take long walks on a leash every day. Daily activity is a good rule of thumb if you want to prevent Papillon from entertaining itself in ways you don’t like. It is natural in many canine sports, including agility, buggy, volleyball, freestyle,
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