ANIMALS
DON’T BE BASIC
December 2016
Five Dog Breeds You Probably Haven’t Heard Of
BY ELLIE CANDELARIA
Weight: Female: 110-170 pounds, Male: 200-220
pounds
Lifespan: 10 years
Colors: Black, Wolf-Sable, Yellow, Red, Fawn,
Brindle
Rhodesian Ridgeback
The Rhodesian Ridgeback originated in South
Africa. It was originally bred to hunt lions and is
often referred to as the “African Lion Dog.” The
breed is known for its hunting abilities and it's fur
that grows backwards along its spine.
Catahoula Cur
Height: Females: 24–26 inches, Male: 25–27
inches
Weight: Female: 64–75 pounds, Male: 79–90
pounds
Lifespan: 10- 12 years
Colors: Light Wheaten, Red Wheaten, Wheaten
According to Vetstreet, the Catahoula leopard
dog is the official canine of Louisiana. The breed
was originally bred to catch and drive wild hogs
and cattle to the market. The breed is typically a
great family dog. Though they spend most of
their time protecting their family from strangers,
they will always make time to show affection.
Coton De Tulear
Height: Females: 20-24 inches, Male: 22-23
inches
Weight: Female: 35-82 pounds, Male: 35-82
pounds
Lifespan: 10-14 years
Colors: Black, Red Merle, Yellow, Red, Brindle,
Black merle
According to the American Kennel Club, The
Coton de Tulear, also known as the "Royal Dog
of Madagascar," is a small white dog that
originated in Madagascar. The breed is typically
friendly toward people and prefers to live
indoors.
Height: Females: 9-10 inches, Male: 10-11 inches
Weight: Female: 8-13 pounds, Male: 9-15 pounds
Lifespan: 14-16 years
Colors: White
Curly Coated Retriever
According to the American Kennel Club, this
breed is recognized by most canine historians as
one of the oldest of the retrieving breeds. Similar
to the Labrador Retriever, the curly coated
retriever will work until all of the work is done.
Spanish Mastiff
According to 101 Dog Breeds, the Spanish
Mastiff originated in Spain, hence the name
Spanish Mastiff. The breed is typically calm and
gentle and is usually tolerant towards children
and strangers. They are not suitable for urban life
because of their loud voice, as they might annoy
their neighbors.
Height: Females: 23-25 inches, Male: 25-27
inches
Weight: Female: 50-70 pounds, Male: 70-90
pounds
Lifespan: 9-14 years
Colors: Black, Liver
Height: Females: 28-35 inches, Male: 30-35
inches
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