Distribution Map of Chinese Dogs 1

The Tibetan Mastiff is a unique dog breed of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau and is closely related to the nomadic life of the Tibetan people. From the west of the Pamir to the Caucasus and the Alps, the mountain system traverses the Eurasian continent. All have related species. It is characterized by its large body and long hair.

Distribution map of Chinese dogs 2

The shepherd dogs in Inner Mongolia and Xinjiang may be a mixture of dogs from different origins and different breeds, just like the Turkic peoples of the Altaic language family. It may be that based on the local dog breeds in Mongolia, the Tibetan Mastiff's blood has been controlled and its body is stronger.

Distribution of dogs in China Figure 3

Hounds and sled dogs in the Northeast forest area. The native people in the Northeast historically focused on fishing and hunting, and they also relied on dogs to pull sleds in winter. Dogs have a special significance in their lives, so Manchu people are taboo about eating dog meat. Although many of their dog breeds have been recorded in history, they have received little attention. In the north of the native ethnic living area in the Northeast are the ancient Asiatic peoples, such as the Chukchi people, who raise the famous huskies, which belong to the same type of downy dog ​​and are characterized by dense down to adapt to the cold climate.

Distribution map of dogs in China 4

Sight hounds in the plains of North China and Northeast China are generally believed to be descended from the Saluki dogs from Arabia. It has a slender body and strong explosive power. It is suitable for hunting by sight in open areas and can cooperate with falcons. The main existing ones in our country are Shaanxi Fine Dogs from Guanzhong, Shaanxi Province, Shandong Fine Dogs from western Shandong Province, and Hebei Fine Dogs from southern Hebei Province. There are also fine dogs in the Northeast.

Distribution map of Chinese dogs 5

The scent hounds in southwest my country have extremely strong species diversity due to complex terrain and climate, diverse production methods, and easy geographical isolation. Dogs rely on their sense of smell to hunt in dense forests, so their bodies are protected by their bristles, and some can even burrow into the burrows of badgers and other animals, such as dachshunds. The more recognized breeds now are the inferior dogs of Guizhou, besides hunting and guarding, the local mallard dogs.

Distribution map of dogs in China 6

Pastoral dogs in eastern rural areas are common “native dogs” in the majority of Han farming areas, and are called “Tang dogs” in Hong Kong. There will be overlap with the distribution of the above types, and there will often be confusion. They are also used as food in the countryside as watchdogs and scavengers that dispose of garbage. The types and sizes are so diverse that they defy simple description. There are also some special groups, such as the Shar-Pei along the coast of Guangdong, which were originally bred and retained as a fighting dog. Their sandpaper-like skin minimizes injuries in fights.

Distribution map of dogs in China 7

Miniature ornamental dogs, ChinaAlthough historically little attention has been paid to the selection and breeding of dogs, dogs are, after all, animals worthy of love and affection. There have been frequent wars in Chinese history, and new dynasties often abandon the utensil system of the previous dynasty, so it is difficult to pass on the breeding of ornamental dog breeds. In the snow-covered plateau, due to the protection of lamas, some miniaturized Tibetan mastiffs multiplied as guardians of monasteries, forming many types such as Lhasa lion dogs, Tibetan terriers, Tibetan brown dogs, and pugs. Some Lhasa Apso lion dogs also entered the Central Plains palace and became today's Pekingese dogs.