List of Big Dog Breeds or Large Dog Breed Information, Pictures and Training Tips

Big dog breeds are the most special creatures in this world. If you want to become a responsible dog owner, you must first understand potential health problems of big dogs .

If you haven't already know, big dogs can easily get health problems such as Dog Obesity, Dog Arthritis, Dog Hip Dysplasia and Dog Seizures. Their counterpart - Small dogs are more prone to some diseases such as Dog Ear Infections, Dog Eyes Infections, Dog Skin Problem and Dog Allergies.

As a responsible dog owner, a pet care insurance could be under your consideration when you are a new dog owner. Some people know that the cost for your dog to visit veterinarian and medication (without the health insurance) might be very costly. You could consider buying cheap dog insurance as a starter. After you are comfortable with the policy, then only consider more expensive insurance plans that include dog dental care and other services. So, you have to make the right choice for your dog.

These big dogs are truly men's best friends because they have been helping human in many ways since many centuries ago. For example, Border Collie are the world's best sheep herding dogs. According to a scientific research, each Border has the stamina and energy to do the herding work equivalent to 3 human beings! These dogs really have the best herding instinct that can control sheep better than most men.

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Picture of Some Popular Big Dog Breeds or Large Dog Breed

German Shepherd Dog (GSD) is another big dog breed that is not only men's best friend but also policemen's best friends. They have been recognized as the best police dogs. Although their original work was herding sheep, their strength and intelligence have made them succeeding in many other tasks. GSD is the third most intelligent dog breed that has the ability to learn simple tasks after only five repetitions and obey the first command given 95% of the time. They have been helping police in search and rescue operation, tracking criminals, patrolling troubled areas, and detection and holding of suspects, illegal drugs detection, mine detection and more.

As you see here, big dogs are types of dogs that have many enrollments with human, while contrast with small dogs which just kept as pet, companion or fashion accessories.

Nowadays, it is not uncommon that some of the modern big dogs are kept as pets or companions. But for them to live comfortably in human's environment, they require some training such as house training, crate training, potty training, and obedience training.

For examples:

• Guard Dogs - Help to protect private or public properties.


• Police Dogs - Track or immobilize possible criminals while assisting officers in making arrests or investigating the scene of a crime. They are also called as K9 Units.


• Detection Dogs - Help to detect illegal substances in luggage at major Airport.


• Assistance Dogs - Help people with disability(such as blind).


• Herding Dogs - Guarding or controlling the flocks and herds.


• Sled Dogs - Used for Sport events or assist human in transporting supplies in rugged, snowy terrain.


• Search Dogs - Locate people that are missing (lost in the jungle, buried under the collapsed building and etc.)


• Rescue Dogs - Assist people in difficult situations such as help people buried under snow.


• Hunting Dogs - Assist hunters in finding, tracking, and retrieving game.

Personally, I put any dog breeds that are not in Small Dog Breeds in this category. So, you will find some popular medium dogs here. You may help yourself to find out more information on the dog breeds below.

"List of Popular Medium and Large Dog Breeds"

#1 English Bulldog Puppy Training and Pictures
English Bulldog is one of the most popular Family Dogs. Bulldogs are gentle and protective, so they are good with children. Bulldogs can easily become obesity if lack of exercise. Bulldog has stubborn personality, so conduct a big dog training for this breed might need some time.

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#2 English Greyhound Dogs Breed and Puppy Pictures
English Greyhound or simply Greyhound is the fastest dog breed in the world. These dogs were initially bred as hunting dogs and also racing dogs. Now, they are more common as companion dogs as they are sweet and obedient.

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#3 Golden Retriever Puppy Training, History and Pictures
Golden Retriever is a very intelligent dog breed. They are known working dogs that help people in wide areas such as search and rescue, hunting, assistance and etc. Goldens are also good family dogs because they are highly trainable and friendly.

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#4 Rottweiler Dog Breed, Puppy Training and Pictures
Rottweiler is one of the powerful big dog breeds. They have strong muscular bodies that are suitable to be working dogs. Rottweiler is loyal to family members but it is protective of its territory and will often bark at strangers.

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#5 German Shepherd Puppy Training and Dog Pictures
German Shepherd dogs are well known as police dogs. They are intelligent, confident and courageous. They are good guard dogs too because of their strong protective instinct.

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#6 Newfoundland Dog Breed Training and Puppy Pictures
Newfoundland dog is given the nick name "The Gentle Giant"! These dogs are huge but they are kind and gentle. There dogs are sweet too, you could safely leave your children with this dog and they will be doing fine.

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#7 Siberian Husky Dog Breed Training and Puppies Pictures
Siberian Husky is an adorable dog that is originating from the cold climate in Siberian. They are special dogs that have a thick double coat. They have the outgoing and gentle characteristics that are suitable as family dogs.

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#8 Cocker Spaniel Dogs Training and Puppy Pictures
Cocker Spaniel is a medium size family dog what always has a happy face. They have the nick name "Merry Spaniel" and like to wag their tails when they are around their owners. They can be quite attached to their owners sometimes.

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#9 English Mastiff Puppies Dogs Breed Pictures
English Mastiff has been on Earth for more then 2000 years and can say is the biggest size among all the big dog breeds. Although they are huge and powerful, they really are gentle dogs that loyal to people close to them. Although they are big size, they just need to have a consistent daily walk to stay healthy.

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#10 Akita Inu Dog Breed Training and Puppy Pictures
Akita Inu is a dog breed originating in Japan. They have white muzzle and signature cute tail that is full with fur and curve over back. There dogs are big, powerful and have strong guiding instinct which makes them good watch dogs.

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#11 Pit Bull Dog Breed Puppy Training and Dog Pictures
American Pit Bull Terriers have many names such as Pit bull or APBT. This dog is another powerful dog breed. They can be dominant and aggressive if you do not know how to train them properly. So, you really need to provide this big dog training.

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#12 Training a Border Collie Dog Breed and Puppies Picture
Border Collie have been known to be the world's best sheep herding dogs because they are gifted with the herding instinct to control the stock. Borders are medium dogs that are eager to work. In addition, they are also lovely family dogs and affectionate with people close to them.

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#13 Doberman Pinscher Dog Training and Puppies Pictures
Doberman Pinscher is an energetic medium dog that is muscular and has great endurance and speed. These dogs need consistent obedience training and house training in order for them to be obedient to you.

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"Big Dog Training Tips"

Although most big dogs are working dogs that is willing to listen to you anytime, they still need a good pack leader - you. A good pack leader should know how to train them properly.

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