Companion AKC Flashcards
XS/S
7-11
12+
Belgium
- (smooth-haired; red, black/tan; smooth)(rough-haired; black; coarse, wiry)(rough-haired; red, black/tan; wiry)
- compact square body; rounded cat feet
- round head with upturned nose; large dark eyes; rough has distinctive bearded chin
- semi-erect, high set ears with shorter hair
- high set tail curves over back when active
- lively, alert, well balanced, terrierlike disposition, fearless, adaptable, affectionate
- stable dog
E1
G2
T2
S2
AKC
3 names
Brussels Griffon
Petit Brabancon
Belgian Griffon
S
24-29
10+
France
- fawn, white/black, black brindle; short
- strong thickset neck
- wideset dark eyes
- distinctive erect bat ears wide at base rounded at top
- affectionate, intelligent, clownlike, few boundaries, needs kind but firm handling
E2
G1
T2
S3
AKC
gino
French Bulldog
XS
up to 11
12+
China
- variety; coarse, straight, long
- very short muzzle; mane around face
- dignified, courageous, sensitive, good natured, mind of its own, likes exercise but not long walks, can be hard to train
E1
G3
T3
S2
AKC
Pekingese
S
13-18
10+
China
- fawn, silver, apricot, black; smooth, glossy
- thick neck; broad chest; small sturdy square
- large round eyes; very short muzzle
- button ears with flap folding forward
- high set tightly curled tail
- playful, intelligent, loves people, sometimes willful, suitable for novice owner, good with children and other pets
E1
G1
T1
S3
AKC
classic smoosh
Pug
XS
13-15
15-18
Tibet
- variety; cloak of heavy straight hair with thick undercoat
- dark medium sized eyes covered by hair
- heavily feathered pendant ears
- high set plumed tail with kink at end
- hardy, independent, friendly, naturally suspicious of strangers, affectionate, stubborn
- originally bred as watchdog
E1
G3
T2
S2
AKC
lasso
Lhasa Apso
XS/S
10-18
10+
Tibet/China
- variety; long, dense; sheds very little
- short muscular legs hidden by hair
- hair grows upward around muzzle
- heavily plumed tail with white tip
- intelligent, bouncy, outgoing, loves family, affectionate, friendly
E2
G3
T1
S3
AKC
Shih Tzu
XS/S
10-15
12+
Mediterranean
- white; topcoat coarser than soft dense undercoat; non-shedding
- round foot exaggerated by cut
- round black eyes
- pendant ears
- gentle, intelligent, extroverted, happy, center of attention, doesn’t like being left alone, can be slow to house train
E1
G3
T1
S3
AKC
plue
Bichon Frise
XS/S
8-15
12+
Madagascar
- white; soft, long, cotton textured; non-shedding; should not reach the ground
- strong powerful muzzle
- well feathered tail
- loyal, bright, highly sociable, likes people, does not like to be left alone
E1
G3
T1
S3
AKC
Coton De Tulear
S
9-18
12-14
France/Germany
- any color; long, wavy; often clipped at back and long in front; non shedding
- small round feet covered in hair
- pendant ears with long fringes
- tail carried high over back
- affectionate, lively, outgoing, family loving, agile, quick
E1
G2
T1
S3
AKC
*little lion dog”
Lowchen
S
7-9
12+
Italy
- white; flocked; non shedding
- body length same as height to withers
- round black rimmed eyes
- high set drop ears
- highly intelligent, low energy, slightly shy, loves people and owner
E1
G3
T1
S3
KC
dinner
Bolognese
XS
4-7
12+
Malta
- white; long silky; non shedding; requires heavy grooming
- short square body
- long facial hair ted back; dark brown oval eyes with black rims
- well feathered long ears hang close to head
- tail carried over back with hair to one side
- brave, energetic, fearless, gentle, amiable
E1
G3
T1
S2
AKC
maru
Maltese
XS/S
7-13
12+
Cuba
- any color; soft, silky, wavy
- small hare feet hidden by long hair
- pointed drop ears set just above the eyes
- high set tail carried over back
- intelligent, easy to train, affectionate, center of attention, loves children, good watchdog
E1
G3
T2
S3
AKC
national dog of Cuba
Havanese
(XS/S)(S)(M)
(7-9)(15-18)(46-77)
12+
France
- any solid color; dense, profuse, thick, woolly; non shedding
- deep wide chest; small oval feet; strong muscular hindquarters
- shorter hair on face; dark eyes
- long drop ears
- high set tail carried away from body
- highly intelligent, extroverted, naturally amusing, energetic, playful, affectionate, eager to please, adaptable
E2
G3
T1
S3
AKC/FCI
you know
Poodle (Mini, Medium, and Toy)
S
11-18
12+
UK
- blenheim (red/white), king charles (black/tan), prince charles (tricolor), ruby; long, silky, well feathered, slight wave
- feathering on back of legs
- short muzzle; white blaze; well defined stop; large dark eyes
- high set pendant ears
- outgoing, sporting, fearless, eager to please, loves children
E2
G2
T2
S1
AKC
coat colors are name
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
S
9-13
12+
UK
- blenheim (red/white), king charles (black/tan), prince charles (tricolor), ruby; long, silky
- tan markings on legs; well padded feet
- short, upturned muzzle; large wide nostrils; characteristic domed head; slightly undershot jaw; large wide set eyes; very pronounced stop
- pendant ears
- naturally well behaved, gentle, affectionate, does not like to be left alone
E1
G2
T1
S1
AKC
smoosh faced one
English Toy Spaniel
XS/S
up to 11
12
China
- any color; hairless or powderpuff; fine-grained smooth blue skin; patches of hair in some spots
- long flowing crest extends from stop to neck; sock of hair encircles long narrow feet; sensitive skin; light bones referred to as deer type, heavier build are cobby type
- large erect ears
- plume of hair on lower tail
- elegant, intelligent, playful, happy go lucky
E1
G1
T2
S1
AKC
Chinese Crested
XS
4-7
12+
Mexico
- shorthaired or longhaired; any color, always single color not dappled or merle; smooth, glossy
- small dainty feet
- distinctive apple shaped head; large round eyes
- large triangular ears
- medium length tail carried high over back
- companionable, clever, large personality, possessive, brave, not suitable for young children
E1
G2
T1
S3
AKC
smallest breed in the world
Chihuaha
S
9-15
12+
Tibet
- any color; sleek
- head small in proportion to body; dark brown expressive oval eyes
- pendant ears
- fun loving, intelligent playful, loves people
E2
G2
T1
S3
AKC
origin in name
Tibetan Spaniel
S/M
18-31
10+
Tibet
- variety; silky
- feathering covers round snowshoe feet
- long hair falls over eyes
- feathered tail curves over back
- athletic, bright, sure footed, energetic, enthusiastic, loyal, requires firm hand
- herding, guarding, companion
E2
G3
T2
S3
AKC
resembles mini sheepdog; origin in name
Tibetan Terrier
XS/S
5-7
10+
Japan
- black/white, red/white; profuse, long, straight, silky
- short hair on front legs; compact sturdy body
- short wide muzzle with upturned nose; white markings on domed head
- feathered tail curves over back
- extroverted, stylish, lively, dainty but not delicate
E1
G2
T2
S2
AKC
origin in name
Japanese Chin
T
40-60
10+
Unknown
- white with round defined black/liver spots; short, dense, glossy
- round cat feet with arched toes
- liver or black nose
- high set drop ears taper to rounded point
- tail tapers from base to tip
- playful, easygoing, energetic, needs plenty of training, can be stubborn and aggressive with other dogs, puppies are born pure white
E3
G1
T2
S2
AKC
only spotted dog breed; fire dog
Dalmation
S/M
20-40
12-13
USA
- red merle, blue merle, liver, black; white markings on chest legs and muzzle
- oval feet with arched toes
- tapering muzzle with rounded tip
- high set ears
- loyal, herding instincts, highly intelligent, easy to train, very good with children, eager to please, can be nervous and destructive if left alone for long time
E3
G2
T1
S3
AKC
kiba
Miniature American Shepard
