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American Leopard Hound dog breed - photos and description
Photos of the breed
Main characteristics of the breed
| Care: | Need regular care |
| Size: | Large |
| Molt: | Shed moderately |
| Need for activity: | Need a lot of physical activity |
| Domination: | Highestlevel |
| Tolerance of loneliness: | They really need people |
| Type of wool: | Shorthaired, Smoothhaired |
| Temperament: | Phlegmatic |
| Friendly to strangers: | May show aggression |
| Intellect: | Adaptive intelligence |
| Learnability: | A bit difficult to learn |
| Specialization: | Decorative, Service, Watch dogs |
| Tendency to bark: | They love to bark |
The American Leopard Dog is a dog breed that originated in the United States in the 1960s. It was created by crossing an American Eskimo dog and an Alaskan Malamute.
This breed is of medium size and has a muscular build. It has thick, fluffy fur that comes in a variety of colors including black, white, grey, brown, and red. She has long legs and a head that gives her a distinctive leopard-print appearance.
The American Leopard Dog is very active and energetic, loves to play and run. She also has high intelligence and is easy to train. This breed gets along well with children and other animals, but can be a bit aggressive towards strangers.
Grooming for the American Leopard Dog includes regular brushing, nail clipping, and ear cleaning. It is also necessary to monitor her health, including regular visits to the veterinarian and vaccinations.