The most fluffy dogs: description of breeds, character traits, care and maintenance, photos

2024 Author: Priscilla Miln | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-01-07 12:45

When choosing a four-legged friend, many future owners prefer fluffy shaggy dogs. Caring for such dogs is more difficult than for smooth-haired ones. However, pets with such an exterior also look more spectacular, including in various kinds of exhibition rings.

Big fluffy dogs

Since shaggy dogs are actually very popular with the population, a lot of attention was paid to the breeding of such breeds by breeders. If desired, pet lovers can get themselves both a large furry four-legged friend and a small one. There are, of course, shaggy breeds of medium-sized dogs. These pets also look pretty cute.

The most fluffy big dogs at the moment are:

• Bobtail;
• South Russian Shepherd.

Both of these breeds are very popular with pet lovers.

Bobtail: description and features of care

This large hardy dog in the past widelyused as a shepherd. Today, these dogs often serve as "guide dogs", perform in circuses and, of course, are kept in large numbers by pet lovers.

At the withers, these dogs can reach 61 cm. The distinctive features of the breed are the harmonious physique of a square format, wide muzzle, hanging ears. The coat of these dogs is long, wavy, thick. Bobtails can be of any color. But most often the dogs of this breed are white, gray-blue or marbled.

The character of the most fluffy bobtail dogs is good-natured. Dogs are very balanced and reasonable. Bobtails lend themselves to education just fine. But these dogs should be trained consistently, without the use of rough tricks. In any case, it is impossible to beat a bobtail. Otherwise, the dog will be offended and stubborn.

Content rules

Caring for this breed is not too complicated. The bobtail, most likely, will not deliver special troubles, despite the long hair. These dogs shed very rarely. In any case, you still have to comb the dog every day. Otherwise, his hair will fall into tangles. As a result, the dog can be put in order in the future only by trimming these woolen balls.

The hair on the head of bobtails is combed forward so that it covers the eyes. These dogs also need to have their nails trimmed as needed. In addition, bobtails have their ears and paws removed from time to time.

South Russian Shepherd Dog

Outwardly these fluffydogs are like huge lapdogs. The wool of these snow-white lumps covers, among other things, the entire muzzle, including the eyes. South Russian Shepherd Dogs look so very cute. However, behind the "good-natured" appearance of these dogs lies an independent, courageous and rather aggressive character. And there is nothing surprising in this. South Russian Shepherd Dogs were bred not only as shepherd dogs, but also as guard dogs.

At the withers, representatives of this breed can reach 60-68 cm. The color of the South Russian Shepherd Dogs is usually white. But often there are smoky individuals of different shades. The undercoat of such dogs, according to the standards, should be light gray. A characteristic feature of the South Russian Shepherd, in addition to high growth, are paws that look like felt boots because of the thick wool covering them.

Like many other types of shepherd dogs, the South Russian is somewhat different and vicious. In addition, this is far from the smallest fluffy dog breed. Therefore, only people who are confident that they will be able to subdue him should get such a dog.

In games, representatives of this breed are very mobile and quick-witted. Such a pet will consider a family to be its property and carefully guard it.

The coat of the South Russian Shepherd Dog, like any other shaggy dog, of course, needs regular grooming. It is recommended to thin out the bangs of these dogs from time to time with scissors. At the beginning of spring, the fluff is completely combed off from the South Russian Shepherd Dogs.

Tibetan Mastiff

Representatives of this breed are the largest fluffydogs in the world. Growth at the withers in male mastiffs can reach 60-77 cm. The coat of these dogs is thick and even. Mastiffs also have a powerful heavy head, strong jaws, strong body, fluffy tail, long paws, hanging ears.

The character of these dogs is calm and reserved. In relation to other dogs, they usually show friendliness, but in case of aggression they always give the offender an adequate rebuff. In communication with the owners, mastiffs in most cases try to maintain independence.

The thick coat of these dogs is supposed to be combed out several times a week. Mastiffs are usually bathed a couple of times a year. A feature of this breed is that its representatives are allowed to mate no earlier than at the age of 3-4 years.

The fluffiest medium sized dog breeds

Big shaggy dogs, even if they are not very good-natured, look very cute and original. But no less beautiful look, of course, and fluffy dogs of medium size. The most popular shaggy breeds in this group are:

• bearded collie;
• Samoyed.

The most fluffy dogs: bearded collie

This charming breed was created by crossing Lowland Sheepdogs with English Collies. The growth of bearded collies at the withers can reach 50-54 cm. The features of the exterior of these dogs are:

• muscular physique;
• long thick hair forming onmuzzle "beard";
• hanging ears;
• low set tail.

The coat of these dogs, unlike many other shaggy breeds, is not wavy, but straight. It has a tough texture though. Bearded Collies are standardized on brown, black, gray and sandy palettes.

The character of these dogs is cheerful and active. A feature of the breed is also quick wit and easy learning. Bearded collies get along very easily with other pets. Another distinctive feature of these dogs is sociability. Leaving such a pet alone for a long time is not recommended. Otherwise, the dog may get bored.

Bearded collies are among the most fluffy dogs for a reason. Photos of these beauties can be seen below on the page. Bearded collies look, as you can see, really great. But their coat, of course, requires the most careful care.

Combing dogs of this breed is supposed to be daily. But tangles due to the rigidity of their coat is still much less common than that of representatives of many other shaggy breeds.

Walking with Bearded Collies is recommended without the use of a leash and a muzzle. Otherwise, the dog will feel "humiliated". These collies usually do not show too much aggressiveness towards passers-by. However, the ancestors of these dogs were still shepherd dogs. Therefore, walking with a bearded collie without a muzzle is better in deserted places.

Samoyed

From many other shaggy dogsrepresentatives of this one of the most fluffy breeds of dogs are distinguished primarily by erect small ears. The coat of these dogs is soft and delicate, and therefore they look very cute and original. Growth at the withers in representatives of this breed reaches 46-56 cm. The coat of Samoyed huskies is in most cases painted white. However, its cream shade with tan is also allowed by the standards.

The temperament of Samoyed huskies is friendly and even gentle. These dogs need constant communication, not only with the owners, but also with everyone around them. Samoyed huskies are very easy to train, because, among other things, they are also quick-witted. Due to the special evolution of these dogs, hunting instincts are completely absent. Therefore, they can be freely kept simultaneously with cats, rodents and other domestic animals.

Mobility is one of the characteristic features of this breed. Therefore, it is not recommended to keep such dogs in city apartments. This breed is best suited for a private home. Huskies are supposed to be brushed weekly. In the process of molting, the frequency of such procedures is increased by 2-3 times.

Feeding these dogs is recommended after a walk. One of the features of the Laika is the tendency to become obese in the absence of physical activity.

Small breeds

Fluffy dogs of large and medium sizes can look very cute. But, of course, small pets with shaggy hair look the most spectacular. What are the fluffiest dogs are also small in stature?The most popular breeds of such dogs at the moment are:

• bichon frize (French lap dog);
• Pomeranian.

Bichon Frize: description of the breed

These cute dogs from the group of lapdogs began to be bred as early as the 14th century. in the Mediterranean. Distinctive features of the dogs of this breed, which make them unusually cute, are:

• short, well furred paws;
• delicate soft wool, like a cloud.

Bolognese are the most fluffy dogs in the world. In the photo you can see how cute these dogs can look. Of course, small stature also gives charm to bichons. At the withers, French lapdogs can reach 24-29 cm. The growth of these dogs is small, but their bones are quite strong. And so you can play with them without fear of breaking something.

The color of the Bichon Frize is exceptionally white, without spots and haze. Puppies may develop yellow or ivory spots. However, over time, this "defect" disappears in representatives of the breed.

The character of the Bichon Frize, like many other small dogs, is cheerful and sociable. Many owners of such dogs even claim that their pets can smile. Bichons are very good with children and other pets.

One of the features of this breed of dogs is that their hair, like human hair, never stops growing. That is why the Bichons can rightfully be considered the mostfluffy dogs in the world. In any case, it is necessary to cut such pets every 8 weeks. You need to comb out six of these dogs 1-2 times in 7 days. It is also recommended to bathe Bichons at least 1-2 times a month with a mild shampoo and conditioner.

Pomeranian

Males of this breed reach only 18-22 cm at the withers. At the moment, the Pomeranian can be considered the smallest fluffy dog in the world. In addition to miniature, the features of the exterior of these dogs are:

• strong physique;
• voluminous chest;
• fox head;
• small prick ears.

The coat of these dogs is quite coarse. These dogs seem fluffy, thanks to the soft thick undercoat. The color of the Pomeranian can be bright red, cream, sable, black, blue, white, brown, etc.

The nature of the dog is very good-natured and friendly. Pomeranians treat children with love and take part in their games with pleasure. However, dogs are still small, and therefore adults need to carefully ensure that the child, while having fun, does not harm them.

A feature of this breed is, among other things, the fact that it differs, despite its small stature, in a dominant character. On a walk, such a dog can easily try to bite a big dog, and a stranger who appears on the territory of the family will definitely bark loudly. Training Pomeranian, thanks to quick wits,lend themselves very easily.

Despite the fact that the coat of these very fluffy dogs of small size is thick and long, the owners will not have to take care of it too often. These dogs are usually brushed once a week. Daily grooming of the Spitz coat is necessary only during molting. These dogs are usually bathed once a month.