Dogs Of Group 5: Breed Classification According To The FCI
The International Cynological Federation is in charge of determining the standards of each canine breed and classifies them according to their characteristics. So in this article we will tell you which are the dogs of group 5 that include the Nordic sledding, the Nordic hunting, the Nordic guard and herding, the European Spitz, the Asian Spitz, those of the primitive type and the primitive of hunting.
Group 5 dogs: Nordic sledding
Thus, within this section there are 4 races, among them the best known are:
1. Siberian Husky
A working breed created in Northern Russia, very similar to the wolf in appearance. Medium in size, it has a dense snow coat of various colors. It can also be a good pet if it is trained as a child. Instead of barking, he howls, loves to live in a pack (it is not recommended that he be alone) and may have blue eyes.
2. Alaskan Malamute
Another of the dogs that look like wolves. So in this case, the Malamute breed has the capacity to carry weights of up to 20 kg for several kilometers without stopping. In addition, he has a thick coat of hair and his body is muscular. He always holds his head up, is affectionate, loyal, self-sacrificing, and an ideal companion.
Dogs of group 5: Nordic hunting
The 10 breeds that make up this section are not usually well known outside of their countries of origin (Finland, Norway, Russia and Sweden). We can stand out:
1. Finnish Spitz
Bred to hunt squirrels and rodents, he gets along very well with children and is the symbolic dog of his country. He is also somewhat stubborn, independent, playful, faithful to one person, and very curious. So the Finnish Spitz needs daily walks and exercise, and also weekly brushing due to its double coat of hair.
2. West Siberian Laika
It is a hunting breed of Russian origin, more precisely from the area of the Ural Mountains. Laika means “barking dog” in the local language. It is a fairly versatile dog that adapts to any climate (although it prefers cold weather due to its thick coat).
Dogs of group 5: Nordic Guard and Herding
Also this section houses breeds a little unknown outside their native countries (Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden). They are as follows:
- Lapland Finnish Shepherd
- Finnish Lapland dog
- Norwegian Behund
- Icelandic Shepherd Dog
- Spitz of the Visigoths (Sweden)
- Swedish dog from Lapland (Sweden)
Dogs of group 5: European Spitz
There are only two races that make up this section:
- German Spitz
- Italian volpino
Group 5 dogs: Asian Spitz
Of the 11 breeds included in this division, we find several “known” outside of Asia, including:
1. Chow Chow
The lion dog is one of the oldest in the world. It has been used for centuries to defend Buddhist temples in China and one of its main characteristics is that it has a bluish-colored tongue. It is robust, has triangular ears, a black nose, and a peculiar movement with its hind legs. It is an excellent pet, loyal to its family and perfect for living in an apartment.
2. Akita Inu
This Japanese dog was created for hunting, although it was also used by warriors for defense and attack. It comes from the cross between an English Mastiff and a Tosa Inu. It is large, has thick hair, small triangular eyes and in terms of its temperament, it is a fairly silent and reserved animal, as well as affectionate, protective and loyal.
Group 5 dogs: primitive type
There are 5 breeds that make up this section and we can highlight the:
1. Basenji
Native to West Africa, it has been used for hunting and tracking. It does not bark, but makes a sound similar to Tyrolean song. He is playful, somewhat restless and needs obedience classes from an early age to prevent him from breaking objects at home. It does not like water, it grooms itself like a cat and does not smell like other dogs. The coat can be black, striped or brown.
Dogs of Group 5: Hunting Primitives
There are 6 races within this section, and although they are not very well known, we can talk about one of them:
1.Podenco canary
Or I come from the Canary Islands, this dog of brown color (light or dark) and elongated body. In addition, it tends to have little fur and likes to hunt from an early age. When they discover prey, they emit a short, repetitive bark. He is very faithful and noble, somewhat restless, hard-working, intelligent and sometimes stubborn.
