Dogs With Pointy Ears

 

 

If you are a dog owner, you should know the common features of your dog, that make him unique from other breeds. However, there are some features that no one focuses on like pointy ears! But do you know that pointy ears make dogs even cuter?! Furthermore, having pricked or pointed ears is a gift for dogs as they used these ears to hear sounds of prey and food, which helped them to survive and stay safe in the wild dogs’ days. Anyway, most of these dogs can make great pets nowadays, and they do not need the old use of the pointy ears. In this article, you will find the most common dogs with pointy ears.

 

 

1. Chihuahua

Being tiny does not stop the Chihuahua from being one of the most aggressive dog breeds. Anyway, it is known if this breed is aggressive due to receiving inadequate socializing and training, or due to its genetic makeup. Anyway, they have pointy ears, which adds cuteness to their look.

 

However, there is no doubt that Chihuahua dogs can’t do much damage as they are so tiny. So, when you decide to have a Chihuahua dog, you should make sure to get it the most proper socialization and training.

 

 

2. Siberian Husky

Siberian huskies have an amazing strength that are well known among stories; they can pull heavy sleds across snowy, challenging terrains. These sled dogs get so strong as they have incredible endurance, speed, and strength, as well as they are a direct descendant of the Chukchi dogs. But who are Chukchi dogs? The Chukchi dog was first bred about 3,000 years ago to pull the nomadic Chukchi tribe’s heavy hunting sleds across long distances in Siberia. Chukchi dogs possess astounding metabolism as well as an extremely warm winter coat, besides, they are very strong and they could regularly exercise with minimal food.

 

 

3. Yorkshire Terrier

Yorkshire terriers, who have pointy ears, are good-natured, portable, and small. This pampered breed is not total lap dogs and has terrier traits such as vocal nature and powerful patrolling sense.  Although they are affectionate and loyal to their families. It’s common for these intelligent and popular canines to live fifteen years or more.

 

 

4. Chow Chow

This breed, which is one of the oldest and rarest breeds in the world, came from northern China. Although, having a Chow Chow would cost a lot of money, that does not the end of the story! Also, this pup needs 3 or more walks every day, as a constant exercise. In general, this breed is bull-headed, which could be an obstacle to training and dealing with your pup.

 

There are many health issues that a Chow Chow could experience such as thyroid function, allergies, eyelid entropion, hip, and elbow dysplasia. This breed could live to reach from eight to twelve years, which can be extended by care and love.

 

 

5. German Shepherd

This breed is one of the most popular dog breeds in the world as they are intelligent, confident, and brave. They are used profusely as service dogs or police dogs as they simply do what are asked to. These dogs who come with pointy ears are completely loyal to their families and very friendly with children.

 

6. Akita

This breed has a Japanese origin. Akita is known for its brave, large size, and noble nature. This alert dog is also patient and affectionate with children, despite being unfriendly with strangers. So, plenty of early socialization is so necessary. We see that loyalty clearly in the story of Hachikō who kept vigil over Tokyo’s Shibuya train station every day for 10 years searching for his deceased guardian.

 

 

7. Basenji

This breed is the leader of this list as it is small in size, odorless, and has a shot coat. He can make so much noise despite being considered barkless. However, be careful when bathing the Basenji dogs not to get water in their pointy ears.

 

 

8. Papillon

This breed is a happy, friendly, and alert dog. In French, papillon, whose ears are like butterflies, means “butterfly”. Because being intelligent, fast, and versatile, papillon dogs can learn all tricks easily. There is no doubt that they are among the smartest dog breeds.

 

 

9. Samoyed

Here is the world’s most expensive dog. Samoyed is number 1 of the most expensive dogs in the world. That rare breed came from Siberia. This pretty dog, who has pointy ears, with its smiling face, is so eager, beautiful, and cute, that you would take a long time just looking at it with a pretty smile on your face.

 

You have to make sure that this dog is on a leash as these cute dogs love to roam and flee for miles on end, and love to discover the world around them. They also love living among families and children as they are social and brilliant, as well as naughty, which means that they need much more attention.

 

 

10. Pembroke Welsh Corgi

The names of this breed come from the place of its origin, Pembrokeshire, Wales. This dwarf dog is known for being a great dog for herding cattle. The Pembroke Welsh Corgi, that is favored by British royalty for being so small, has a fox-type head and erect ears.

 

These dogs, who come with pointy ears, has many health issues such as eye and hip problems as the result of the being dwarf. They are very smart, energetic, and obedient.

 

 

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