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Introduction
Even if you’re not a dog lover, it’s pretty difficult to deny that dogs are beautiful creatures. But what about the ugly ones? From rat-like snouts to overgrown teeth and wrinkled faces—some dogs are just plain ugly. We’ve gathered together our top ten picks for ugliest dog breeds out there:
Chinese Crested
Chinese Crested is a dog breed that originates from China. It is known for its hairless skin and coarse hair on the top of its head, which give it a unique appearance. The Chinese Crested was bred to hunt rats in China, but has since become one of the most popular pets around.
The Chinese Crested dog has a life expectancy of 15 years—a relatively long lifespan for a small breed like this one.
Shih Tzu
The Shih Tzu is a breed of dog, one of the oldest in the world. They are considered a toy dog and are often referred to as “the lion dog” because of their personality. They are known for being very affectionate and loyal to their owners. This breed has an average lifespan around 15 years when properly cared for, but can live up to 20 years old or more if kept inside.
This breed was originally bred by Buddhist monks in Tibet as companions and watchdogs in royal palaces during the Tang Dynasty (618–907).
Shih Tzu’s were later introduced into Europe by Marco Polo during his return from China in 1295 AD where they became favorites with European royalty including King Charles II who had them imported back into England after falling under their spell while visiting Vienna on his Grand Tour of Europe!
Mexican Hairless
The Mexican Hairless is a breed of hairless dog that can be traced back to ancient Aztec times. Although not quite as ancient, these dogs were first bred in the 19th century by the Mexican Indians. They became popular among European and North American collectors, but their numbers soon dwindled due to interbreeding with other breeds.
The Mexican Hairless is an affectionate, loyal dog that loves being part of a family. It needs lots of attention from its owners as it will become depressed if left alone for too long. Their intelligence makes them easy to train, but they may require special care when bathing because their skin tends to dry out easily in hot weather.
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
The Dandie Dinmont Terrier is a small, rough-coated breed of dog in the terrier group. The breed was developed in the 18th century by crossbreeding the Skye Terrier and other Scottish breeds with small turnspit dogs. It took its name from the fictional character Dandie Dinmont, a Border farmer created by Sir Walter Scott in his novel Guy Mannering (1815). Two different types are bred: one that is heavier than standard, with shorter legs and a broader skull; and another that is similar to other terriers (but still considered as just being smaller).
The Dandie Dinmont Terrier has been used for hunting vermin, as well as being kept as a pet or showdog.
Brussels Griffon
The Brussels Griffon is a small breed of dog of the terrier group. The Brussels Griffon is known for its unusual coat, which consists of a topknot and a long tail that curls over the dog’s back. The coat colors are primarily black or red, sometimes with white at the chest. The hair on the face grows out rather than down, giving it a beard-like appearance.
The Brussels Griffon has an average lifespan of 12–15 years with some living as long as 18 years.
Neapolitan Mastiff
The Neapolitan Mastiff is a large breed of dog. They are docile, calm and gentle giant that love being around people. Their affectionate nature makes them great family companions.
Puggle
Puggles are a cross between a Pomeranian and a Pug.
They have the charming, playful personality of both breeds and are known for their good nature with children.
They also make excellent companions for other pets because of their placid temperament and non-aggressive nature.
Pug
Pugs may have won the affection of the world, but looks aren’t everything. These dogs are known for their wrinkly faces and flat muzzles, which can cause breathing problems. They’re also small dogs with short snouts, which can make them prone to health issues like dental disease and eye problems. Plus, their stubborn personality means that you’ll have your work cut out for you in training them!
Bloodhound
Bloodhounds are a hound dog breed, and they are known for their ability to track scents over great distances. Bloodhounds were first bred in France, and they have been used in law enforcement since the 19th century. In fact, Bloodhounds have such good noses that they can even detect human scent through concrete floors!
Bloodhounds look like gigantic red-nosed pit bulls, so if you see one coming towards you on the street just remember: it’s probably not coming over to say hello.
Bulldog
The bulldog is a very old breed that was originally bred to fight bulls. Nowadays, they are known as one of the best family dogs you can own. They are very loyal and affectionate and they love playing with children. However, because they have lots of energy and need lots of exercise, you should consider getting one if you live somewhere where temperatures aren’t too hot during summer or winter (but beware that this breed requires some time outside in order to cool down). They also love being around other dogs!
One thing to keep in mind about bulldogs is that they can be stubborn sometimes so make sure that you have plenty of patience when training them! If not properly trained early on this could cause behavioral problems later on down the line which may require additional training sessions from professional trainers based out there in Colorado Springs who specialize in working with pets like us here at Fur Kids Grooming Salon.”
With so many dog breeds out there, it’s a tough task to narrow down the list of the ugliest, but we here at PetPlace took on the challenge.
With so many dog breeds out there, it’s a tough task to narrow down the list of the ugliest, but we here at PetPlace took on the challenge.
Here are ten dog breeds that we think are right up there with some of the ugliest dogs ever.
- Chinese Crested: This breed is known for its hairless body and long, flowing mane on top of its head. The most popular color variation is black and white or spotted (also known as “panda”). It’s not only one of the most unique-looking dogs in existence; it also has an interesting history behind its origin story: It was originally bred by sailors who wanted to have an easy-to-clean companion in small spaces such as ships (as their fur doesn’t shed). Today people still enjoy having these hairless pups around—they’re very affectionate companions!
- Shih Tzu: A breed from China that resembles more like a miniature lion than a dog! Their long flowing fur will give you different ideas about what type of animal they’re modeled after; however even though they look like lions outside…they act nothing like them inside! They might be playful but when it comes down to business they can be quite serious when needed–especially if they sense danger nearby 🙂 That being said don’t let this adorable face fool you into thinking otherwise 😉 Because these guys tend towards being pretty independent creatures who don’t need lots of human attention while still giving all kinds back whenever possible!
Conclusion
We hope this list helped you decide which breed might be right for your family. If these ten breeds aren’t quite what you’re looking for, there are plenty of other options out there. Whatever you choose, remember that your pup isn’t ugly at all—it’s just unique!