There are so many types of dogs in the world, counting 360 types based on data from the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI).
There are several types of dogs that are kept to guard the house and also as playmates. Dogs are known to be human's best friends from 33,000 years ago to the present day. This is why many people like to keep dogs at home, because dogs are very pleasant and provide good benefits for humans. But, don't choose the wrong type, huh. Not all friendly dogs are kept, because some types of dogs are more dedicated to guarding the house.
1. The first breed of dog you deserve to keep at home as a friend is the beagle.
This dog has a small body size like a puppy. Its broad ears and brown, black and gray body patterns are characteristic of this dog.
2. Pomeranian
The Pomeranian is also considered a small dog and is the Chihuahua's strongest rival in dog beauty pageants. This dog's hair is thick enough to look like a pom-pom. Usually, this dog is decorated with various cute accessories to add to the cuteness of this dog.
3. Maltese
Chihuahua is known as a small dog with thin hair, while the Maltese is the opposite, his body is tiny but very thick hair. This dog has a very graceful and cute look, so cute that it looks like a doll. However, this dog needs extra care because it is prone to allergies and minor health problems.
4. Still about small dogs, it's incomplete if you don't mention the Chihuahua ‒ the smallest dog breed.
Unlike the beagle, which still looks like a typical dog breed, the characteristics of the Chihuahua are much different. Her posture, face, thin hair, and ears are so unique that she is often included in dog beauty contests.
5. Shih Tzu
Shih Tzu, which means lion, is a crossbreed dog from China. The name is taken from the characteristic of the body which has thick hair on the chest. And a muzzle like a lion.This dog is very suitable to be kept at home because it has a very friendly personality and is fun to play with.
6. Shiba Inu
Dari namanya, sudah dapat ditebak jika anjing ini berasal dari Jepang. Di negeri asalnya, anjing ini termasuk dalam daftar anjing populer, lo! Ukuran tubuhnya tidak terlalu besar dan juga tidak terlalu kecil, sedangkan sifatnya sedikit agresif. Tenang, anjing ini tetap layak dipelihara di rumah untuk membantu berburu tikus. Anjing ini juga dikenal ramah terhadap kucing.
7. Golden Retriever
Anjing yang satu ini memiliki popularitas yang besar, sampai-sampai sering membintangi film. Contohnya film Air Bud yang salah satu pemerannya adalah anjing golden retriever. Meski tubuhnya besar, anjing ini dikenal sangat ramah dan penyayang.