Asian Dog Breeds Group
Asia is the largest and populous continent of the earth. There are numerous religions, and many different languages are spoken among them and also, some animals only located in this broad continent of the world.
But here we explore the Asian dog breeds who are most
popular in different countries of the world. Most of these Asian dogs are
represented in different groups such as toy dog representative species,
fluffy dog breeds, fastest dog breeds, black and white dog breeds.
There are many small, medium and large dog breeds who have
their personality and attitude. Some of them are highly intelligent Asian dogs,
and few are devoted, playful.
Some Asian dog breeds are independent dogs but can be
trainable if they give early socialization and training. If possible, grow them
with other house small pets to make good friendly bond.
Do American dog breeds originate in Asian Countries?
Royal Society of Biological Sciences published the report in
2013 that some of the American dog breeds share their DNA with the Asian dog
breeds Including Mexican hairless dog and Chihuahua.
Top 14 Most Popular Group of Asian Dogs
- Chinese Dog Breeds
- Japanese Dog Breeds
- Korean Dog Breeds
- Afghan Dog Breeds
- Indian Dog Breeds
- Pakistani Dog Breeds
- Sri Lankan Dog Breeds
- Indonesian Dog Breeds
- Tibetan Dog Breeds
- Iranian Dog Breeds
- Kyrgyzstan dog breeds
- Malaysian Dog Breeds
- Thai Dog Breeds
- Vietnamese Dog Breeds
#1. Chinese Dog Breeds
Shar Pei
Temperament: - Smart, Powerful and Loyal
Shai-Pai is a big muscular or broad body with lousy skin
appearance like "hippopotamus," and their ears are triangular, eyes
are small with an expression of scowling. Shar-Pai looks like Dumbo but isn't.
These Chinese dog breeds are brilliant, powerful, and loyal
dogs to their owner but suspicious to other dogs and strangers. They are
excellent watchdogs for the family and love to protect their owner. Early socialization
and training are mandatory to these Chinese dogs.
Some Interesting facts: - No other
dogs have Shar-Pai kinds of coat, and the Shar-Pai means" Sand Skin"
but mostly referred to as like sand pepper coat.
Chow Chow
Lifespan: - 9 to 15 Years
Temperament: - Independent and Watchdog
Chow Chow is a medium-size dog in Chinese dog breeds. They are
known for their unique tongue color, which is blue-black color. They can
become guard and watchdog to the family & can protect from the threat.
But they sometimes can't understand what threat is and what is
normal so early socialization and training is compulsory to them from
childhood. Even Chow Chow become a good friend with the kids if they get proper
training, but they don't have a hugging attitude.
Some Interesting facts: - If chow
chow puppies are born their tongue is of pink color. When time goes to around
half a year above, then it will darken to a blue-black color. This medium is
one of the traits of chow chow.
Pug
Lifespan: - 12 to 15 Years
Temperament: - Dedication, Patient and
Playful
Pug who doesn't know these most popular Chinese dogs. They
have square, muscular shape well-developed body and comes in fawn & black
color, but these Chinese dog breeds are most popular in western countries.
Pugs are the playful, smart, and load of naughtiness attitude.
They are good with strangers, and kids can be easily trainable. But if they
don't get proper time and socialization so they can be aggressive toward others
and needs a daily walk.
Some Interesting facts: - Pugs are
one of the ancient dog breeds. the researcher has been found the pugs sculpin
Buddhist monarchies and they are also "Royal dogs Breeds."
#2. Japanese Dog Breeds
Akita
Temperament: - Powerful, Independent and
Fearless
Akita originates from a snowy region of Japan, so hence they
were known as "Snow Country Dogs". Akita further divided into two
types one is American Akita another is Japanese Akita. American Akita called as
only Akita, but Japanese Akita is known as Akita Inu.
Akita bred for hunting purpose as they fearless, powerful and
intelligent dogs. Akita is also a loyal companion to the family may you heard
the story of Hachiko dog name of Akita.
These Japanese dog breeds are a good family companion but
require early training and socialization to stay good with children. Akita is
aloof to strangers but not that much aggressive, initial training can make them
an excellent family pet.
Some interesting facts: - Akita
Inu designated as one of 7th national monument of Japan and Japanese Akita is
lighter than the American Akita.
Hokkaido
Lifespan: - 11 to 13 Years
Temperament: - Intelligent, Loyal and
Active
Hokkaido is the rarest breed in the world and in Japan there are
almost 12000 dogs only. You can think about how old are these breeds. It believed
that Hokkaido is descendent of Matagi-Ken dog, but initially, no one knows
where these Japanese dog breeds come.
Hokkaido is an energetic and active dog who loves to busy they
can become a good playmate for kids even they are tolerant and sit quietly with
the children. Hokkaido is quick learner & daily exercise is needed, but these breeds
are not suitable for novice owners as they need confident firm leadership.
Some interesting facts: - These
breeds were given an official name in 1937 as "Hokkaido-Inu".
Hokkaido recognized in UKC in 1996 and given the title as Ainu, but later in
2008, the name was updated as same.
Japanese Spitz
Lifespan: - 12 to 14 Years
Temperament: - Loyal, Obedient and
Active
These Japanese dogs are big pack in small size; they are white
fluffy dogs who are very loyal & devoted to their family. Japanese Spitz
looks almost similar to Samoyed and American Eskimo. Hence these breeds are yet
not recognized by AKC but registered in other kennel clubs such as American Canine Registry, American Pet Registry and more.
Japanese Spitz also recognized in world nation clubs like UKC,
CKC and FCI. They are a breed for a family companion dog, even Japanese Spitz
suitable for apartments with minimal exercise and a good playmate for children.
Some interesting facts: - Japanese
Spitz First bred in the 1920s and became popular in 1950s. But AKC not yet
recognized these fluffy white dog breeds except other Kennel Clubs and all Japanese Spitz comes in only
white color.
#3. Korean Dog Breeds
Korean Jindo
Temperament: - Faithful, Protective and
Loyal
Korean Jindo is an excellent watchdog and can easily
distinguish between good and a wrong person. Jindo originates from the island
of South Korea. Who given the same name and bred for hunting such as rabbits,
wild boar, and deer.
Korean Jindo is a protective, and loyal dog breeds they
particular attached to one master and do anything for their owner. But
inexperience owners can face difficulty to maintain these Korean dogs.
Even Korean Jindo is a kid-friendly dog, but they need proper
training and socialization to behave well with strangers and other pets.
Sometimes they become stubborn but can be trained with firm leadership and
positive coaching.
Some interesting facts: - Since
2008, Korean Jindo has kept in the Foundation Stock Service by American Kennel
Club (AKC).
Pungsan
Lifespan: - 12 to 15 Years
Temperament: - Bravery, Fearless and
Loyal
Pungsan or Phungsan is even known as Poongsan. They have a
muscular, broad body which makes him a good guard dog for territory. Pungsan
dogs are the rarest breed in native Korean dogs as compared to Jindo and Sapsali.
Pungsan looks similar to Jindo dog, but they are a large-sized
dog breed and a brave or loyal dog. Pungsan doesn't like to involve with other
pets like cats and rabbits but can be with other dogs if they get to socialize
with them from an early age.
Some interesting facts: - Dangyol
and Jaju are the two Pungsan dogs who are well popular. Because the former
President of North Korea gifted these two Pungsan dogs to former President of
South Korea in 2000.
Sapsali
Lifespan: - 10 to 12 Years
Temperament: - Devoted, Intelligent and
Protective
These Korean dog breeds also called as Saprasee. The
meaning of the name is "One that roots out evil spirits", and it
explains as "Ghost Dog." Sapsali considers as good fortune in Korea
and raised or kept hundreds of years.
Sapsali is an excellent companion dog and loyal to their
family or master, they are incredibly devoted and even protect if any
circumstance occurs. Sapsali is a good playmate dog for the children who are decent
aggressive dog and can be good with strangers if his master feels comfortable
with them.
They enjoy social activity and training so it can help the
owners to train them efficiently. It recommends to use positive reinforcement
training to avoid bad behavior and can become a good companion dog.
Some interesting facts: - Korean
Peoples believe the Sapsali is a sign of good fortune and can get rid of evil
spirits. Even they are one of the oldest dog breeds of Korea since 34BC.
#4. Afghan Dog Breeds
Afghan Hound
Temperament: - Confident, Aloof and
Independent
Afghan hound comes in many varieties of colors but mostly saw
in cream and white color. They are a good attention grabber of their owner and
can usually good with the kids.
However, if they hurt someone, it can't be sure that hound
doesn't do anything, and these big Asian dog breeds are shy. So hence,
they are not that much friendly compare to other Asian dogs.
Afghan hounds are independent dogs who come in the stubborn
category. The training might be a little difficult and need the patient to
socialize the hound. They require positive teaching techniques to train them.
Some interesting facts: - Afghan
hounds are the ancient dog breeds in the world, and even the fastest dog breeds
come from the sighthound family. Moreover, they are timid & sensitive Asian
dogs.
Kuchi or Afghan Shepherd
Lifespan: - 12 to 15 Years
Temperament: - Loyal, Devoted and
Courageous
Afghan Shepherd has many names such as Kuchi, Central Asian
Shepherd, Central Asian Ovtcharka, Alabi, CAO, and Aziat. They are the giant
size with a muscular body, and dominant dogs can be a hunt to big predators.
Their origins have found in many countries like Afghanistan, Uzbekistan,
Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and even in Russia.
Kuchi is one of the oldest Asian dog breeds which date back to
5000 years. They are extremely devoted to their family and protective dogs.
Afghan Shepherd is easy going with kids, and they know how to behave with the
children.
However, they are varying with the strangers can be aloof to
them. Kuchi is highly intelligent dogs and quick learner, which makes them easy
to train, but they need assurance you are the leader of the pack.
Some interesting facts: - Afghan
Shepherd is a fearless dog who keeps the power to hunt large predators.
#5. Indian Dog Breeds
Mudhol or Caravan Hound
Temperament: - Trainable, Loyal and
Devoted
These Asian dog breeds originated in India's Deccan Plateau.
Afghanis and Arabia introduce them; hence, they consider the direct descendent
of Saluki and Tazi. Mudhol hound known as Caravan hound in British countries.
They bred for hunting and guarding of family or territory. The
Indian Army using these dogs in border surveillance. Mudhol Hound is devoted to
their master and doesn't like to touch any other person.
They can adopt any weather condition and can be fit for
apartments too. But caravan hound needs plenty of exercise and socialization if
they don't get their require needs it can lead to a destructive or fierce dog.
Some interesting facts: - Mudhol
Hound yet not recognized by AKC but they registered in Kennel Club India (KCI)
as Caravan Hound and Indian National Kennel Club (INKC) as Mudhol Hound.
Rampur Greyhound
Lifespan: - 13 to 14 years
Temperament: - Loyal, Intelligent and
Alert
Rampur Greyhound originated in northern India of Rampur region
by Nawab of Rampur Ahmed Ali Khan Bahadur by combining Afghan Hound, Tazi and
English Greyhound. As he needed the fierce and hunting dog for his companion.
Rampur hound has a similar appearance of Greyhound, and their
sight is magnificent who can see at a vision of 270 degrees. They can make a
strong bond for his master and can do anything for him.
Even Rampur Hound is kid-friendly but not with other dogs and
small pets as of his high prey drive. They are aloof to strangers and require
consistent training and socialization to do well with others,
Some interesting facts: - Rampur
Hound bred to hunt wild boars and even big players like Lions, Panthers,
Leopards and Tigers.
#6. Pakistani Dog Breeds
Bully Kutta
Temperament: - Protective, Aggressive
and Powerful
Bully Kutta is originated in the desert of Kutch and even
found some origins in southern India. They are also known as Pakistani Mastiff,
Indian Mastiff and Bully. The name of these Asian dog breeds is deriving
from the Sindhi language, which means "Highly Wrinkled".
Unfortunately, they mostly used for bullbaiting in Pakistan,
which is illegal and banned. These Asian dogs are extremely protective of their
owner, and they are giant dogs, which makes them excellent guard dogs.
Bully Kutta can become good family companion dog if they train
and socialize from an early age. They are aggressive breed towards strangers
but can obey the order if they give the required training.
Some interesting facts: - Bully
Kutta is also known as Beast Dog formerly, they bred to hunt, but they used for
"Bull Baiting."
#7. Sri Lankan Dog Breeds
Sinhala Hound
Temperament: - Alert, Obedient and
Searching Dog
Sinhala hound or Sinhalese hound is a Sri Lankan dog and also find some
part of India. These Asian dog breeds having an appearance like Basenji, Dingo
and Kadar Dog. They are notable searching dogs in Sri Lanka and dated back to
4500B.C.
Unfortunately, Sinhala Hound didn't get the much popularity
then the other dogs so we can't say exact temperament, loyalty, and training of
these dogs.
Some interesting facts: - Vedda
peoples used these Asian dogs for hunting purpose and give these Asian breeds to daughter's
marriage.
#8. Indonesian Dog Breeds
Kintamani
Temperament: - Playful, Active and
Curious
Kintamani Dog is most prevalent in Indonesia but not in the United States Because of their similarity to Samoyed and American Eskimo dogs.
They are medium to small size spitz-type Asian dogs.
Kintamani is best suitable for domestic dogs and extremely
friendly with kids, but they chase to cats and small pets. They can be some
time aggressive if they notice any threat or suspicious activity by strangers.
It makes them excellent watchdogs.
Some interesting facts: -
Kintamani is the only breed from Indonesia who has International recognition
and a pure breed.
#9. Tibetan Dog Breeds
Tibetan Mastiff
Temperament: - Devoted, Kid-Friendly,
Quick Learner and Extremely Intelligent
Tibetan Mastiff is a great fluffy Tibetan dog breeds in our
list. They are supreme guardian dogs, devoted to family and can secure your
territory. The coat of this big fluffy dogs is long curly, smooth, and
beautiful hairs.
They do not require lots of exercises, and just moderate is
enough. Tibetan mastiff is a quick learner and extremely intelligent. They do
not repeat things what they know very well.
Some Interesting facts: - No other
pets or dogs mess with Tibetan Mastiff, because they look like aggressive, anger
and powerful. But he is devoted to his family and extremely friendly with the
kids.
#10. Iranian Dog Breeds
Saluki
Temperament: - Fast, Smart and Playful
Saluki is also known as Persian Greyhound, and these Asian
dog breeds are the 2nd fastest dogs in the world. The race of dogs occurs in many countries of
the world, and Saluki used for racing dogs. These Iranian dog breeds are slim,
deep & narrow chest and long neck.
Saluki is one of the oldest dog breeds. This breed is local to
the so-referred to as Cradle of Civilization, the area this is now Israel,
Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Africa, Syria, and Palestine. Some expert founds
the images of Persian Greyhound on the Ancient Egyptian Tombs.
Some interesting facts: - American
Kennel Club (AKC) officially recognized these dog breed, and they first brought
in 1840 in England.
#11. Kyrgyzstan Dog Breeds
Taigan
Temperament: - Independent, Vigilant and
Intelligent
Taigan dog is highly intelligent and a super-fast sighthound
dog. They share their genetic with the sighthound breeds such as Afghan Hound,
Saluki, Sloughi, and Azawakh but initially, no one exactly knows how they
existed.
Taigan is a gentle dog breed who friendly with everyone and
don't harm intentionally to anybody. But they are a right guard and watchdogs
because they bred to hunting and guarding purpose.
They chase to small pets but can be friendly if Taigan dog gets
early socialization and training. They are independent dogs but not stubborn
kind of dogs Taigan like to enjoy and respond to training.
Some interesting facts: - Taigan
dogs come in separate breeds, but they are easy to train. However, still, These
Asian dog breeds are not recognized by AKC and FCI.
#12. Malaysian Dog Breeds
Telomian
Temperament: - Intelligent, Playful and
Active
Telomian is the only native dog of Malaysia who found outside
of his country, mostly in the USA. Telomian dogs are bred for hunting and
controlling the pests or vermin to secure the village peoples territory.
Telomian dogs love to climb and to roll on mud, and mostly you
found them sitting on the top. They are good watchdogs, but early training is
required to control them by their natural playful behavior. Telomian can become
kid-friendly dog if grow them both from puppyhood but not for small pets.
Some interesting facts: - Telomian
is athletic dogs by birth; they climb the ladders or mountains from their
puppyhood because they are survival mountain dogs.
#13. Thai Dog Breeds
Thai Ridgeback
Temperament: - Loyal, Protective and
Independent
Thai Ridgeback is a medium-sized Asian dog breeds with a muscular
body. It believed the origin of Thai Ridgeback isolated from Eastern Thailand
around 4000 years back. They are a decedent of extinct dog known as Hottentot
dog. Thai Ridgeback bred to hunt, guard and working breed.
Thai Ridgeback can be a good family companion if they give
proper socialization and early training. They are incredibly loyal to their
family and can protect them from any threat. Thai Ridgeback is good with the
children and can be a protective playmate for them.
Some interesting facts: - Thai
Ridgeback has one remarkable feature is its blueish color tongue like Chow
Chow. Even they can kill to Cobras.
#14. Vietnamese Dog Breeds
Phu Quoc Ridgeback
Temperament: - Easy to Train, Brave and
Strong
Phu Quoc Ridgeback is one the rarest dog breeds in the world
among ridgeback breed other two are Thai Ridgeback and Rhodesian Ridgeback.
These Asian dogs recognized in Vietnamese Kennel Club around 700 only.
They got the name from Phu Quoc Island in Vietnamese where
these Asian dog breeds originated. Phu Quoc Ridgeback is highly
intelligent breeds and fast swimmer than to other dogs. They love climbing and
chasing or running.
These dogs are easy to train and socialize they love to be
taught and learn new things by their owner. Even Phu Quoc Ridgeback is the
right dog for your kid, and they are also protective and watchdogs to the
family.
Some interesting facts: - The
Title of Hanoi Dog Show in 2013 won by Phu Quoc Ridgeback dog. Even they were
select as the mascot for annual Nguyen Hue Flower show in 2018.
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