List Of 15 Dog Breeds That Start With S:
#1 Saint Bernard
The St. Bernard is a breed of very large working dog from Switzerland and Italy. They were used by the monks to track freezing and helpless travellers. During WWI, St. Bernard dogs assisted the Red Cross.
The adult Saint Bernard sheds twice a year, in spring and fall. Its coat is red-brown and white or brindle and white. It is recommended not to over-wash Saint Bernards because soap will strip away necessary oils in their fur.
They are patient and watchful companions with a fondness for children. You should know that Saint Bernards can be difficult to handle.
#2 Saluki
The saluki is a medium-sized dog that is renowned for its calm temperament. They have a moderate to low energy level.
The breed is believed to have originated in the Fertile Crescent, a crescent-shaped region in the Middle East. They are highly adaptable, able to live and work in any climate. These dogs do best in homes with older children or no children at all.
#3 Samoyed
The Samoyed is a stunning medium/large Spitz breed that is intelligent, with a touch of independence.
Samoyeds have a very thick two-layer coat that consists of a soft undercoat and a long topcoat. They are among the 14 ancient dog breeds most genetically similar to the wolf.
#4 Šarplaninac
The Sarplaninac is an ancient livestock guarding breed that has a fearless nature that makes it an excellent guard dog. The origins of the Šarplaninac are not known.
The United Kennel Club recognised the Šarplaninac in 1995. Šarplaninacs may be expected to live for some 11 to 13 years.
#5 Scottish Deerhound
It is a tall and statuesque breed from Scotland, which was bred to stalk the giant wild red deer. The hair on the body and neck is harsh and wiry. These large dogs need a yard and room to roam daily. They are friendly, but not gregarious, toward strangers.
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#6 Seppala Siberian Sleddog
The Seppala Siberian Sleddog is a moderate-sized dog, and it averages 18 to 23 kg in weight.
#7 Siberian Husky
It is a breed of medium-sized working sled dog that was raised in Siberia by the Chukchi people. The Siberian Husky relishes cold weather and is prone to overheating in hot conditions.
They are energetic dogs who can’t resist chasing small animals. These dogs do best in homes with active and experienced pet parents.
#8 Slovak Cuvac
The Slovak Cuvac is a Slovak breed of dog that is fiercely loyal and protective of its people. I like the fact that the Slovak Cuvac has an even-tempered disposition. The dog has strong jaws with a scissors bite.
#9 Sloughi
The Sloughi is an ancient breed of domesticated dog that originates from North Africa. I find it interesting Sloughi’s dark eyes that can be described as melancholy. It was accepted into the FCI in 1998.
“The Sloughi is a dog with class and grace,” The American Sloughi Association standard states. “The attitude is noble and somewhat aloof.”
#10 South Russian Ovcharka
The South Russian Ovcharka is a breed of flock guardian dog that is a loyal and affectionate companion. It has a furry undercoat with a long topcoat.
These dogs can become possessive of their things if they aren’t properly trained. The breed standard was approved early in the 1930s.
#11 Spanish Mastiff
The Spanish mastiff is a working dog breed from Spain that was recognised by the United Kennel Club in 2006. The head of this dog is large, proportionally, according to its body and size. The Spanish mastiff’s coat requires a moderate amount of grooming. They need regular training to keep fit.
#12 Staghound
It is an extinct breed of scent hound from England. The Staghound was used to hunt red deer. The breed had a long head with a broad nose.
#13 Standard Poodle
The Standard Poodle is a friendly dog that is a loyal family companion. These dogs were originally bred to be water retrievers.
The breed is referred to as caniche in French, which means “duck dog.” Standard Poodles typically weigh between 18 and 32 kg. They’re excellent retrievers and enjoy a good game of fetch. They like having a job to do and are eager to please.
#14 Sussex Spaniel
The Sussex Spaniel is a breed of dog native to Sussex in southern England that tends to have a natural ability to quarter in the field. The breed is recognised by the Continental Kennel Club. It is the only spaniel to howl once a game’s scent is picked up.
#15 Swedish Lapphund
The Swedish Lapphund is a breed of dog of the Spitz type from Sweden. I love that the Swedish Lapphund is suited for agility, herding, rally, scent work, and other companion events. Their coats come in bear-brown, black, brown, or black and brown. The weather-resistant double coat is thick, as is the frizzy undercoat.