Dogs are loved for their devotion, loyalty and special ability to cheer up with non-standard behavior. There are a large number of different breeds of dogs in the world, beautiful, dark, big, small, kind and evil.

Which dogs are the most unusual in the world?

1. Mexican hairless dog

This breed is rarely found in families, as the animal itself is not very attractive. This dog has no fur on its body, but has a funny bang on its head - this makes the representatives of this funny breed very cute and friendly.

2. Bedlington Terrier

Perhaps one of the most amazing breeds. Externally, the animal looks like a hybrid of a sheep and a dog, otherwise how to explain such a similarity? Even the ears of this breed hang like a lamb’s, and the wool can be cut and knitted into carpets.

There is no doubt that the breed was bred artificially, and keeping such an animal at home would be a little strange.

This dog breed is from Africa. One of the most fragile, but at the same time athletic dogs. Thanks to their light weight, elastic muscles, long legs and incredible speed, these animals are able to outrun even the fastest runner over a long distance.

And representatives of the breed, thanks to their grace, can win various beauty contests.

4. Laekenois

Unlike the first representative of the rating, dogs of this breed can boast of luxurious golden curls that curl funny. This dog's hair looks like it has a wet hair effect.

5. Chinese Crested

This breed is quite common in European countries. The dog perfectly conveys the punk rock style, thanks to the unique hair on its head and neck.

6. Dandie Dinmont Terrier

In addition to the funny name, these animals are small in stature, thanks to which they resemble an elderly grandmother with funny gray hair.

A very popular dog breed in Germany, artificially bred more than 3 centuries ago. In appearance, the dog resembles a small monkey with a protruding chin.

In addition, the Affenpinscher is known for its miniature size; height at the withers is 23 cm, and weight barely reaches 5 kg. The only drawback of the breed is its demeanor towards children. Affenpinschers do not like children.

Turkish hunting dog with a distinctive feature - a forked nose. Thanks to such a strange structure, she is able to smell at great distances.

Catalburuns are very popular among hunters.

There are quite a few unusual breeds of dogs in the world, representatives of which are not so easy to meet in the yard or park. Some of the species are on the verge of extinction, have the status of exotic or simply extremely rare.

We present to your attention 27 of the most unusual and unique breeds.

1. Tibetan Mastiff

In the past and to this day, these charming fur balls serve as guards for monasteries and households in Tibet. Dense coat and weight from 45 to 70 kg allow dogs of this breed to survive the harsh winters of Central Asia.

2. Dandie Dinmont Terrier

This cute breed was developed in Scotland during the 18th century and is a cross between the Skye and Scotch Terriers. A playful little dog with short legs performs his duties well as a badger catcher. At the moment, Dandie Dinmont Terriers are extremely rare: only about a hundred representatives of this breed are registered in clubs every year.

3. Leonberger

This furry beast is a cross between a Newfoundland, a Saint Bernard and a Pyrenean Mountain Dog. Male Leonbergers can weigh around 80 kg. According to legend, they were bred to resemble the lions from the coat of arms of the city of Lionberg in Germany. After World War II, there were only eight of these gentle giants left in the entire world.

4. Portuguese Water Dog

This breed is famous for its curly hair and ability to swim well. Initially, such dogs were bred in Portugal and performed a number of important functions: they looked after fish in nets, the condition of gear, and also served as couriers delivering mail from ship to ship. In the 1930s, the breed was on the verge of extinction until a wealthy Portuguese businessman began a breeding program. However, at the moment the water dog remains an extremely rare species.

5. Small lion dog (lövchen)

Lowchen translates from German as “lion cub”. This is one of the rarest breeds on the planet, and its history began back in 1442. Elegant and loyal lion dogs, constant companions of the elite of Germany and France, can often be seen in historical paintings and tapestries.

6. Brussels Griffon (small Belgian dog)

This Belgian dog is a descendant of small terriers that were used to hunt rodents. Griffons are affectionate, charming, inquisitive, and known for their almost human-like expressiveness. The world wars almost completely destroyed this breed and by the end of World War II there was not a single such dog left in Belgium. Currently, this breed is considered extremely rare.

7. New Guinea Singing Dog

Known as the "singing dog" or "stone age dog", this breed was completely isolated for about 30 thousand years until it was discovered high in the mountains of Papua New Guinea in 1950. As the name suggests, these dogs love to sing: gathering in small flocks, they stage real concerts, howling in different voices. There are only about 100 individuals of the New Guinea dog outside their natural habitat. Since the domestication of this breed has not yet been completely completed, such dogs are not recommended for living as a pet for ordinary people.

8. Sholoitzcuintle (Mexican Hairless Dog)

The three-thousand-year history of the Sholoitzcuintle breed can be traced back to the civilizations of ancient Mexico. Being tamed quite quickly and easily, hairless dogs became excellent companions for humans in hunting and home life. Their lack of hair gives them an advantage for living in hot conditions, and images of hairless dogs are found in works of art of the Aztecs and Toltecs.

9. Czechoslovakian Wolfdog (Czechoslovakian Wolfdog)

Wolfdog is a breed that is as close as possible to a real wolf. These dogs were created in 1955 by crossing German Shepherds and wolves. While just as docile and friendly as German Shepherds, Wolfdogs retain their wolf-like wild nature and love to feel like part of a pack.

10. Bergamasco Shepherd

This breed was bred especially for the shepherd's fields in the Alps, characterized by a thick skin that is not prone to shedding and does not require special care. Bergamasco Shepherds are incredibly obedient, observant and patient. Selflessly loyal to their owner, these impressive giants sometimes prove extremely shy in the company of strangers.

11. Lesser Vendean Basset Griffon

In the past, Vendée Basset Hounds earned the reputation of being excellent hunting assistants for French aristocrats. Currently, representatives of this breed are considered one of the best companions for humans. By the way, the length of these extravagant dogs is 50% greater than their height.

12. Lancashire Heeler

Seeing this charming animal, many may guess that he is a cross between a Corgi and a Manchester Terrier. Hillier has strong herding instincts, like his ancestors, but he is no less good as a kind member of the family.

13. Moody

The rare Hungarian Shepherd Mudi becomes a real treasure for any owner. These dogs are extremely friendly, strong, fast and intelligent. One of the notable features of Mudi is their sheep-like, wavy wool.

14. Russian Toy Terrier

Until 1990, the Russian Toy was considered such an elite breed that its representatives were not even taken outside of Russia. Measuring 20-25 cm at the withers and weighing only 2-3 kilograms, these graceful little creatures have a lean build and cute long curls behind the ears.

15. Caucasian Shepherd

If you are concerned about problems with bears, you should definitely get yourself a Caucasian Shepherd. Weighing 50-90 kg, these giants also have remarkable intelligence, which allows them to easily protect herds and their owners in Georgia.

16. Swedish Vallhound

17. Slovak dude

A born protector and shepherd, the Slovenian Chuvach is capable of providing security for all living things that he was entrusted with protecting. Despite the rather harmless “fluffy” appearance, these dogs have an extremely muscular, powerful body.

18. Neapolitan Mastiff

Don't be fooled by the rather menacing appearance of the mastiff - in fact, this dog represents 70 kg of pure love. Representatives of this breed were discovered more than 2000 years ago in only one very small region of Campania, which is located in Southern Italy. In the past - heroes of the Roman arenas, now mastiffs serve in the police, army and intelligence, where they show themselves to be simply irreplaceable employees.

19. Bedlington Terrier

No, this is not a lamb. Surprisingly, such cute dogs are armed with incredibly powerful jaws, which serve them for hunting rodents and even fighting with their relatives. Before dog fighting was outlawed, the handsome Beldington Terriers took an active part in it. Now representatives of this breed are trying to instill a little more friendliness towards other dogs, so each individual needs careful training.

20. Bouvier des Flanders

This breed was originally bred as a working dog for Belgian monks. Having become more widespread over time, Bouviers showed excellent service to man during the world wars, successfully searching for the wounded and helping to pull stalled ambulances. Legend has it that one of the dogs of this breed once bit Hitler.

21. Otterhound

In Britain in the 19th century, otterhounds were actively used to hunt otters. Later, when the otter population began to rapidly decline, the same began to happen to dogs of this breed. There are currently about 1,000 Otterhounds in the world.

22. Catahoula Leopard Dog

The first breed developed in North America, the leopard, was used for hunting and herding. As the name implies, their color is a “patchwork” of bright spots. Catahoulas have a reputation for being incredibly friendly creatures.

23. Swedish Lapphund

Laphunds have performed herding duties across the vast expanses of Lapland for thousands of years, guarding herds of reindeer. Now this breed is extremely rare, for example, about 5-10 such dogs are registered in the USA.

24. Saluki

Saluki is one of the oldest breeds on our planet. The history of these dogs goes back thousands of years. Their beauty was an object of veneration in Ancient Egypt, and the Saluki pets of the pharaohs were mummified in pyramids along with their owners. In Muslim countries, these dogs, unlike all their other relatives, did not receive the status of “unclean animals”.

25. Karelian Bear Dog

In its homeland of Finland, this type of hunting dog is considered a national treasure. As the name suggests, they are used for hunting bears. Their task is to attract the attention of a wild animal while a hunter is creeping up on it. A well-mannered bear dog turns out to be a true good friend to a person and a loving family member.

26. Katalburun

This unusual dog is little known outside of Turkey. The cleft nose, characteristic of only three breeds on Earth, makes the Catalburun a successful hunter.

27. Chinese Crested Dog

The Chinese Crested has no hair on its body except for its legs, head and tail. But what they lack in fluffiness, they more than make up for with their charm, agility and playfulness. These dogs get along very well with people, especially with children. In cold and hot weather, it is important to provide special conditions for these exotic animals, since they do not shed.

There are many factors that influence the “danger” of a dog breed, and experts often disagree on the topic. Simply calling a dog dangerous is not fair. However, in the case of some breeds, it can be said for sure that a dog of this breed will cause more harm to its victim - if it decides to attack. It is on this principle that these 25 breeds were selected.

It is important to note, however, that almost all breeds are bred to obey their owners. So most incidents are due to improper training and unreasonable behavior of the owner.

1. Tosa Inu. Tosa Inu is a massive dog. Originally bred as a fighting breed, it is considered dangerous and banned in some countries.

2. American Bandog. This incredibly strong dog is a cross between an American Pit Bull Terrier and a Neopolitan Mastiff. Despite its formidable appearance, it was not bred for fighting. Some, however, use dogs of this breed as fighting dogs.

3. Cane Corso. A very muscular dog. Believed to be a descendant of ancient Roman fighting dogs that were used as gladiator baiting dogs.

4. Bull Terrier. The dog is famous for its large egg-shaped head and incredible strength. The breed is not particularly aggressive, but it has a highly developed hunting instinct, which is why it is dangerous for animals smaller than it.

5. Rhodesian Ridgeback. South African breed. It is believed that it knows how to drive lions away from prey while the owner is hunting. Dogs of this breed are loyal and intelligent, but are not very kind to strangers. They require sensible positive training and a lack of harsh handling to avoid developing the aggressive side of the breed.

6. Dogo Argentino A large, white, muscular dog bred in Argentina for hunting, particularly wild boar and puma. When breeding, aggression towards people was not the goal. However, for example, in the UK it is prohibited to keep dogs of this breed.

7. Boerboel. A large mastiff bred in South Africa to guard a home or farm. Dogs of this breed are very loyal and are considered good guards.

8. Gul-dong, or Pakistani bulldog. A very strong dog, the breed was bred as a fighting dog. Aggressive and difficult to control.

9. Basenji, or African non-barking dog. A hound breed from Central Africa. It ranks second on the list of breeds that are difficult to train.

10. St. Bernard. The breed is native to the Swiss and Italian Alps. Originally a rescue dog. However, like any other large breed dog, they must be taught from childhood to be sociable with strangers and other dogs to prevent possible aggressive behavior.

11. American Bulldog. Heavy muscular dog. Known for their friendly demeanor, they can be incredibly stubborn. It was bred as a farm guard breed.

12. Great Dane. Known for its incredible size. A dog of this breed holds a height record of 1.1 meters. It was bred in Germany to hunt wild boar and deer.

13. Fila Brasil, also known as the Brazilian Mastiff. Aggressive and impulsive dog. Due to its size, temperament and potential aggressiveness, the breed is banned in many countries.

14. Dogo Canario. Large herding dog. Needs good training. In some situations, dogs of this breed can be aggressive towards other dogs and suspicious towards strangers.

15. Akita Inu. A large Spitz bred in the mountainous regions of Japan. A strong and independent dog. Loyal to owners, but suspicious of strangers.

16. Boxer. By nature, dogs of this breed are not very aggressive, but they were included in the list of the most dangerous breeds due to the number of unpleasant incidents involving them from 1982 to 2012. The breed was bred in Germany. They are considered very energetic and willful.

17. Wolfdog, wolf hybrid. The result of crossing a gray wolf and a dog, which explains the unpredictable behavior.

18. Chow-chow. The breed was bred in China. Despite their apparent friendliness, dogs of this breed require very good training. They can be very aggressive, protecting their owner. From 1979 to 1998, 238 deaths were reported. Need daily physical activity.

19. Doberman. This breed is famous for its loyalty and intelligence. It is considered the best guard dog - it attacks only if it is provoked or the owner and his property are in danger. The breed was developed in Germany by Karl Friedrich Louis Dobermann. They can show aggression towards strangers and other dogs, but cases of aggression towards owners are extremely rare. Aggression coupled with size and strength make Dobermans potentially dangerous.

20. Husky. A northern breed bred for sledding. Due to their strong hunting instinct, they can be dangerous to smaller animals. Known for their destructive habits - when they are bored.

22. Rottweiler. A strong breed with well-developed herding and guarding instincts. As with dogs of other breeds, the danger of the Rottweiler is often explained by the irresponsibility of the owner, cruel treatment, lack of training and socialization. The power of the Rottweiler should not be underestimated.

23. German Shepherd. An intelligent, confident, alert and fearless dog. The breed is used by the police. They can be overly zealous in protecting their owners and their territory. If not properly trained, a German Shepherd can start attacking people.

25. Caucasian Shepherd Dog. Bred to guard the herd. The typical Caucasian Shepherd is assertive, stubborn and fearless. In the case of bad upbringing and poor training, dogs of this breed may show uncontrollability and will not accept people who are not familiar to them.

Bedlington Terrier

Who is this, a dog or a sheep? Bedlington Terriers are one of the strangest breeds of dogs I have ever seen. They have a pear-shaped head, fur like sheep's wool and triangular ears. These dogs are truly different from other breeds! Although Bedlington looks as timid as a sheep, it is not so. The character of this funny dog, outwardly so peaceful and good-natured, is very deceptive. The dog is distrustful and irritable. This is a real choleric person who does not like to give in to anyone. In the process of working on the breed, some negative character traits of the Bedlington Terrier were smoothed out and now, in most cases, it is a loyal, balanced and very intelligent dog. Chinese Crested Dog

Hairless dogs always attract crowds. Most people believe that dogs should have fur! The small Chinese corydalis has fur on its legs, tail and head. Their skin is soft and needs to be carefully cared for. It is necessary to use sunscreen to prevent your dog from getting sunburned. By the way, the Chinese crested dog Sam from the USA won the ugliest dog competition three times. Catahoula leopard dog

A dog with a “sixth sense”, transparent glass eyes, an unusual coat color and can climb trees. The name of the breed comes from the place where it was bred - the Lake Catahoula area in Central Louisiana. The name of the breed can be translated from Indian. like "clear eyes". For its ability to climb trees, its owners call it a cat-dog. The motley spotted skin perfectly camouflages the dog against the background of the local landscape. To this day, dogs of this breed are used for herding. Even in a large open space, they easily subjugate a herd of cows, sheep or pigs. These dogs can also successfully hunt raccoons, squirrels and even wild boars.
Basenji

A dog that can howl, whine, squeal, but cannot bark. One of the most ancient dog breeds. Basenji-like dogs are depicted on the walls of Egyptian pyramids. It was believed that by their presence they drove away evil spirits. The Basenji did not leave Africa until 1895. The Basenji is a very clean dog; it can groom itself for hours. Norwegian Lundehund

The name of the breed is derived from the words “lunde” - puffin (bird) and “hund” - dog. The Norwegian Lundehund was used to hunt Atlantic puffins. The structural features of the Lundehund's body made it possible to cope with this work. It has six strong toes on its paws - four supporting toes with large pads and double dewclaws with powerful claws, which makes it possible to better secure the paw on slippery rock. The Lundehund differs from other breeds in that it uses all the digits on its front legs, whereas other dogs usually use four. To stay in a steep crevice, this dog can move its front legs at right angles to the body, like spreaders. The Lundehund is very flexible: he can throw his head back 180 degrees so that his nose touches his back. To prevent moisture and debris from getting into the ears, the ear flaps can be folded, tightly closing the ear canals Neapolitan Mastiff or Mastino-Neapolitano

This giant dog looks like a mini rhinoceros! Mastino is a descendant of ancient fighting dogs that participated in battles and baiting wild animals in the arenas of Ancient Rome.
Bullets

The Puli is an ancient breed of Hungarian herding dog. The dark cord wool protects the bullets from weather and attack. In appearance it looks like a Komondor, only it is much smaller. The Puli differs from other herding dogs in that it leads the herd by jumping on the sheep's back or jumping over them. Puli should be bathed as rarely as possible as the coat becomes dirty.
Ibizan Greyhound

These dogs, also called Galgo greyhounds, cannot be confused with anyone else due to their distinctive appearance. The Ibizan Hound's clear silhouette, large erect ears and light coloration give it an unusual appearance. These dogs have the amazing ability to jump high from a standing position. They use this ability to hunt rabbits in rough terrain. New Guinea singing dog

These dogs were isolated for about 6,000 years, making them possibly the oldest of the pariah dogs. The dog received its name “singing” for its special way of howling: increasing vibrating and modulating sounds gradually slide, moving from one tone to another - portamento. These sounds are comparable to the singing of birds or whales and are not similar to the voices of other dog breeds. The limbs and spine of singers are very flexible and mobile. This allows them to extend their legs laterally up to 90°. This ability allows them to climb trees with large bark. Only the flexibility of the Norwegian Lundehund is comparable to the Guinea singing dog. Komondor (Hungarian Shepherd)

This is the king of the Hungarian Shepherds. He is one of the largest dogs in the world, the height at the withers in males is more than 80 cm, and the long white hair, curled into original laces, makes the dog even more massive and impressive. Let us remind you that the Komondor is similar to the Puli, but a little larger and this breed always has white fur. Komondors were bred to guard livestock and their thick coats protected them from the elements and from predators. Feeding this huge dog is not difficult. Like any herding dog, they are very unpretentious and eat very little, a little more than 1 kg of food per day. Peruvian Inca Orchid

In Spanish, the breed's name means "hairless dog from Peru." These small dogs have even less hair than the Chinese Crested! This ancient breed has been known since 750 AD. In the past, their meat was used as a ritual dish; in addition, it was believed that they could save their owner from various ailments if they stayed near them during the night. The conquest of Peru by the Spaniards almost led to the death of these unique dogs. Although these dogs sometimes have some hair on their legs, tail and head, breeders strive to remove them. It is necessary to moisturize the skin with lotion to prevent drying.
Shar Pei

Shar Pei - sandy skin from Chinese. No one can confuse the Shar Pei with another breed. This wrinkled dog has an unusual face similar to a hippopotamus. The Shar Pei has a hard blue tongue. Puppies have wrinkles everywhere! As the dog grows up, the wrinkles become less obvious and remain on the head and back. During the Cultural Revolution, the breed was almost completely destroyed by the communists; a small number survived in Taiwan and Macau.
Mexican Hairless Dog (Xoloitzcuintle - Xolo)

The last of the hairless dogs on our list. The breed is considered the earthly representative of the god Xolotl, from whom its name comes. Xolotl is the Aztec sun god, the lord of duality (life and death) and “Itzcuintli” can be translated in different ways: firstly, it is a dog, and secondly, it is a slave or servant. Thus, the Xoloitzcuintli is a dog or servant (as you like) of the god Xolotl. These small dogs look almost identical to the Peruvian Inca Orchid, but they have a different origin. Xolos were considered sacred by the Aztecs; they were guides to the underworld after the dead. Therefore, many were buried with the Xolo, who were sacrificed on this occasion.
Bergamasco Shepherd Dog (Bergamasco, Cane de pastore Bergamasco)

The Bergamasco's coat is very unusual and bears little resemblance to wool. It looks like long twisted cords and serves as excellent protection both from bad weather and from the teeth of wolves. When attacking a herd, the grays meet resistance in the form of a brave bergamasco, and, trying to use their teeth, they cannot bite through the shell of twisted cords.