Everyone has a favorite breed of dog, from the cute Labrador to the stalwart bulldog or royal poodle. Popular breeds are widespread and large nurseries are working to keep these breeds in abundance. However, some other breeds are less fortunate. Rare dog breeds may be geographically isolated or not officially recognized by most dog clubs. The rarest dogs in the world are on the verge of extinction due to reduced interest or lack of visibility. This is why it is important to recognize these breeds so that they do not disappear forever. In this article, we’ll discuss 11 of the rarest dogs in the world so you can help spread the word about these incredible dogs. We hope that with more awareness, we can ensure that they continue to delight owners around the world.
# 11: Canaan Dog
The Canaan Dog, also known as the Bedouin Shepherd Dog and the Palestinian Pariah Dog, is a standardized breed of ancient dogs from the Middle East. Due to their general status as rogue or stray dogs, Canaan dogs are often classified as pariah dogs, from the Hindi word for “stranger” or bus. Today, you can find Canaanite dogs throughout Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Iraq, and Syria, most of which live in Israel. Although estimates vary, there are between 2,000 and 5,000 Canaanite dogs around the world. Traditionally, the Bedouins used them as guard dogs for their livestock and camps. The breed became standardized thanks to the work of Dr. Rudolfina Menzel, who helped tame and educate the semi-wild populations in Israel. They retain their wild appearance, with a wolf head, square build, thick coat and curled tail. While they are defensive in nature, they are not overly aggressive.
# 10: Pumi
Pumi is a medium sized shepherd dog originally from Hungary. He is also known as the Hungarian Herding Terrier due to his physique, alertness and temperament, similar to that of most terriers. Unlike some planned breeds, pumis arose spontaneously in the 17th and 18th centuries as a result of crossbreeding between German Spitz, French Briards, Hungarian Bullets and Terriers. There are just over 2,000 pumis around the world, mostly in Hungary, with smaller populations in Finland, Sweden, USA, UK and Germany. Bumis has a thick, curly coat of gray, black, white or fawn colors. Known for their lively, expressive demeanor, they are easy to train and very attentive. They can make good family dogs if they start socializing early and succeed in agility.
# 9: lagotto romagnolo
The Lagotto Romagnolo is an Italian breed found in the wetlands of the Delta del Po in eastern Italy. Its name comes from Italian may lag behind, which translates as “water dog”. Originally bred as hunting dogs, today they are often used to find truffles. A rare breed, there are only about 2000 individuals all over the world, mainly in Italy. Although they are not the tallest dogs, they have a robust build. Their coats look rustic due to their coarse, shaggy hair, similar to fleece. The most common colors include off-white with brown or orange spots, or all-brown or orange. Although their coats are hypoallergenic, they require significant maintenance. Known as affectionate, loyal dogs, they love to please their owners and usually get along well with children and families if socialized.
# 8: dandy dinmont terrier
Dandy Dinmont Terrier is an unusual terrier from Scotland. It gets its name from a character from the book by Sir Walter Scott, Guy Mannering, making it the only known breed to be named after a fictional character… Presumably the author compared the character to the alleged founder of the breed, James Davidson. Descended from earlier terriers, hunters in Scotland and England originally bred dandy dinmont terriers in the 1600s to hunt badgers and otters. There are currently 1,000 to 2,000 registered dogs in the UK, where the breed is listed as a Vulnerable Aboriginal Breed due to the low annual registration of puppies. The breed is distinguished by short legs and a long, elongated body. They have a silky coat, and on their heads there is a characteristic tuft of long hair. Although they are a hardy breed, they are also quite docile and are usually suitable for families.
# 7: Norwegian Lundehund
The Norwegian Lundehund, also known as the Norwegian Puffin, is a small breed of Spitz from Norway. Its name comes from the Norwegian word lund or “dead end” and dog, or “dog”. Traditionally, hunters have used this breed to hunt puffins and their eggs on cliff faces and in difficult terrain. The breed is quite ancient, it has been working in some regions of Norway for about 400 years. However, today there are only about 1400 worldwide, mostly in Norway and the United States. Norwegian Lundehund are adept at flexing their joints at insane angles, which helps them navigate narrow paths on the rocks. They also have six toes instead of the usual four on each foot. Although their outer coat becomes rather dense and coarse, the undercoat appears to be comparatively soft. Unfortunately, Norwegian Lundenhounds suffer from many health problems, including reduced life expectancy, indigestion and high infant mortality, primarily due to inbreeding.
# 6: Thai Ridgeback
The Thai Ridgeback is a primitive breed of guard and hunting dogs from Thailand. A pseudo-pariah breed, they are rarely seen outside of their home country, although their popularity is growing. Currently, about 1000 Thai Ridgebacks live in Thailand, with about 100 more dogs in the United States. They are one of three breeds in which the hair on their back grows in the opposite direction to the rest of their coat. Typically, Thai Ridgebacks are muscular and have a wedge-shaped head, short hair and erect ears. Thanks to their short coat, they are easy to care for and care for and usually do not infect allergy sufferers. Because of their history of semi-wild dogs, they remain independent. This trait, along with their intelligence and high energy levels, makes these dogs difficult to train for novice handlers.
# 5: belgian laquenois
The Belgian Laenois is one of the rarest dogs in the world and the most unusual of the four Belgian Shepherd breeds. Originally bred as herding dogs in the late 1800s, Belgian Laenois have only recently begun to gain widespread attention. The American Kennel Club only officially recognized the breed in 2019, although some still do not consider it different from other Belgian Shepherds. In total, there are only about 1000 Belgian Lackens all over the world, mainly in Belgium and the USA. They have coarse coats in a wide variety of colors, including fawn, red and red. Due to the fact that they were shepherds, they may not get along with small animals or children if they are not socialized properly. In general, they do better with larger animals and children and should not be left alone for long periods. However, they can still act very affectionately and protect their owners.
No. 4. Peruvian Inca Orchid
Also known as the Peruvian Hairless Dog, the Peruvian Inca Orchid is a domestic breed native to Peru. In particular, all members of the breed can trace their origins back to 13 dogs that arrived from Peru in the early 20th century. Facts show that the Inca people kept dogs as pets, and images of dogs have existed in art that is over 1000 years old. Today there are about 1000 Peruvian Inca orchids around the world. The dog is part of the national heritage of Peru and is often praised in the media and art from that country. Its distinctive feature is hairlessness, which is associated with a certain gene mutation. Common skin colors include brown, gray, copper, or speckled. Although they are easy to maintain, they do not tolerate extreme temperatures. Known as a mobile breed, they tend to protect their owners and can quickly become bored with repetitive tasks.
No. 3. Chinook
Chinook salmon are a rare breed of sled dogs from the United States. Today the breed is recognized as the state dog of New Hampshire. Originally bred by Arthur Treadwell Walden in New Hampshire in the early 20th century, Chinook salmon are a mixture between the Greenland dog and the Mastiff / St. Bernard. Its name comes from Walden’s leading sled dog, the Chinook, and all modern dogs can attribute their heritage to this ancestor. Due to weak breeding efforts, the number of Chinook salmon was reduced to eleven bred dogs in 1981. Thanks to the efforts of breeders across the country, about 800 chinook salmon live in the United States today, although it remains one of the rarest dogs in the world. Medium-sized Chinook salmon have a balanced but muscular physique. They are usually reddish or reddish-gold in color and wear medium-length coats. Chinook salmon lend themselves well to training and adaptation, they work well with other dogs and make excellent pets.
# 2: otterhound
Otterhound is a breed of hounds from England. As the name suggests, the breed originally served as a service dog that specialized in tracking and hunting otters. Although hunting for otters dates back hundreds of years, evidence suggests that the breed originated in the early 1800s. Due to the decline in the otter population in the middle of the 20th century, the breed also experienced a subsequent decline in popularity. There are about 600-800 Otterhounds around the world today, mostly in the UK. Although some of them have been adapted for hunting minks, most of them now live as pets. They have a typical hound coat with an oily coarse double coat and webbed feet. Otterhounds have an extremely sensitive nose and can act quite selflessly while exploring a new scent. Despite their powerful constitution and hunting instincts, they enjoy a reputation for being friendly dogs, although due to their size and strength they require strict supervision.
# 1. Catalburun Dog
The Catalburun Dog or Turkish Pointer is an extremely rare breed from Mersin in southern Turkey. It is one of three dog breeds in the world with a split nose, among which are the Panchon Navarro from Spain and the Andean Tiger Hound from Bolivia. In fact, its name comes from this distinctive feature, since rolled in Turkish translates as “fork”, and nose means nose. This is one of the rarest dogs in the world, there are only 200 Catalburun dogs in the world, the vast majority of which still live in Turkey. Originally raised as hunting dogs, the breed still enjoys a reputation as a dedicated working animal. They have a strong athletic build, have short hairs of white, black, brown and brown colors. Although they rarely bark, they can act aggressively towards other dogs or strangers. In addition, they face a number of health problems due to years of inbreeding.