The top 20 family dogs

The Pointer is a powerful dog that radiates pure dignity. The animal has a gentle nature and is very intelligent. In addition, the Pointer has a rather funny appearance. If you look closely at the dog, it seems as if he has a kind of rocker nose. This makes it almost impossible not to find the Pointer a funny animal.

It is often thought that the Curly Coated Retriever is not an independent breed. According to many, it is just a Retriever with a slightly different coat. However, this is not the case. This Retriever with its remarkably curly coat is even one of the oldest Retriever types there is. The dog is a good swimmer, extremely intelligent and bursting with energy. The Curly Coated Retriever is said to be more elegant than the other Retriever types.

One of the most powerful, large and muscular dogs in the Great Swiss Mountain Dog. The powerful animal has its origins in the Swiss Alps. After all, the word "Senn" means something like Swiss alpine shepherd, or dairy farmer. The Great Swiss Mountain Dog is large and has a tough exterior. Yet this dog has a small heart. He has without a doubt a sweet, gentle character. This is especially true towards his family members. This dog can function perfectly in a family. However, the dog will be tolerant towards outsiders, but will keep some distance. The dog is good with children. It must be mentioned, however, that the dog can also be too enthusiastic. With the little ones he can sometimes play a little too wild and enthusiastic.

When you see the Pyrenean Mountain Dog, it is hard not to fall in love with the animal instantly. The dog is fairly large, strong and has a beautiful head with an intelligent appearance. There is something endearing about the dog. However, this dog is not a tame lamb. On the contrary, he was used in the past to protect, among other things, tame lambs.

One of the most famous children's films was made around the Dalmatian. It is, of course, the film '101 Dalmatians'. This breed of dog is known for its exceptional amount of spots. That is actually strange, because in general dots are seen as a disadvantage. However, this is not the case with the Dalmatian. However, there is much more to this breed than just its spots.

Of all the Mountain Dogs, the Bernese Mountain Dog is probably the best known. It is also the only long-haired Mountain Dog. The animal is beautiful to see. On the one hand, the dog is enormously strong, large and muscular. At the same time, you can see the gentle nature of the dog from a distance.

A dog breed that is easiest to recognise is the Rhodesian Ridgeback. The dog has a very typical characteristic. Over its back there is a strip of hair, which grows in the opposite direction. It is as if the Rhodesian Ridgeback has a brush on its back. The Rhodesian Ridgeback has a rather sweet character, but must be raised well. The dog is namely very strong and fast.

Among the greyhounds, the Deerhound is one of the largest dogs. The dog has Scottish roots. In the past, the dog was used as a hunting dog. It happens quite regularly that the dog is not recognised as a Deerhound, but that he is mistaken for the Irish Wolfhound. The dogs are very similar. You can tell the species apart by looking closely at their heads. The head of the Deerhound is finer than the head of the Irish Wolfhound.

The Hovawart is a bit of a goody-goody amongst large dogs. It is friendly, but has a protective instinct. The Hovawart is definitely a family dog. It loves the family it grows up in and wants to be a part of it. Note: the Hovawart must have something to do. If you do not ensure that he has something to do, he will think of something himself. It does not have to be something you are happy with!