Grey dogs are among the most sought after of all breeds of dogs with their all-grey fur combined with blue, yellow or dark eyes. If you are also thinking of adopting a gray dog, in this article of Animal Expert we will show you breeds of dogs that may have this color in their fur. However, first of all, it is important to remember that aesthetics is not everything, a dog is an animal that has feelings and needs; therefore, adopting one involves a great responsibility, time and economic resources. What we mean by that is that welcoming a dog because “it is nice” should not be a decisive factor, it is essential to want to take care of this animal and share life with it.
That said, let’s start the list of breeds of large, small and medium gray dogs. You’re going to love it!
- There are several breeds of large and giant gray dogs.
- Some of them have an all-grey fur.
- And others also tend to have white hair with gray spots.
- Anyway.
- We present the most popular breeds:.
The Weimar Braque or Weimar Braco is the great gray dog par excellence. It is the best known of all, because the only accepted color for this breed is gray, which can be silvery gray, deer gray, rat grey or any variety of these shades. This dog is distinguished by its activity and energy, so it is necessary to take into account that hours of daily exercise are necessary for you to run, play and spend all this energy, otherwise the Weimar Braque can become a destructive dog.
A curiosity of this breed of gray dog is that the puppies are born with blue eyes but, as they grow, they become amber.
Although it is more common to find the German Doge in the tawny or harlequin color, the truth is that there is also the blue variety, which has a completely grey fur. Similarly, the German Harlequin Doge may also have a white robe with grey spots.
Despite its appearance, the German Dogue is not one of the most active dogs, but needs moderate daily exercise. In addition, it is a gray dog that usually needs a lot of company, so it will be necessary to teach him to be alone to avoid suffering separation anxiety.
Another breed of gray dogs par excellence is the Siberian Husky, since the most popular color pattern is white and gray. This gray can be light, medium or dark. Similarly, heterochromia is common in this breed, that is, they have an eye of each color.
The Husky is a northern dog, born to withstand very low temperatures, so it is generally not suitable for very warm climates. It is also a very active dog, who likes to play and keep the mind stimulated. Therefore, it is necessary to practice physical exercises and intelligence games with it.
In medium dog breeds we can also find color patterns that include gray dog costumes, as well as gray and white dog costumes. Breeds that present these shades most often are:
Although it may seem like a large dog, the truth is that all official kinological organizations consider the American Staffordshire Terrier to be medium-sized. In this breed are allowed all colors, solid or combined, so it is possible to find it in gray, blue or white and gray.
In many countries, this breed of dog is considered potentially dangerous for its physical characteristics, so it is necessary to wonder if it is necessary to acquire a license to adopt this dog. Despite this, the American Staffordshire Terrier is usually a very affectionate dog, especially with children, sociable and playful. Of course, it is essential to teach him what can and cannot bite, in addition to socializing it properly.
Another bull-like dog that is also on the list of breeds of gray dogs is the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, which is much smaller than the previous one. It can be tawny, brought or of a single color. In the accepted solid color gamut is blue, which can also appear combined with white.
As in the previous case, it is an active dog, playful and very friendly. She loves spending time with other dogs and children, but needs to socialize properly to avoid the problems of not knowing how to behave.
Also considered medium-sized, the American Pitbull Terrier can have any solid color or color patterns combined, with the exception of robin. Therefore, it is common to find the grey Pitbull, in one of its shades, or in the white dress with grey spots.
This dog can also be considered potentially dangerous in some countries, so it is necessary to check whether or not it is necessary to license it, as well as the use of muzzles during your walks. Regardless of what the law says, the American Pitbull Terrier is distinguished by being a very sociable and affectionate dog, which only needs to be properly educated (always by positive reinforcement).
The large and medium Schnauzer may have a grayish fur, although the IFC only accepts pure black and so-called “salt and pepper”. In both sizes, it is an energetic dog that hates to be alone at home, so it tends to develop separation anxiety, which can be demonstrated in the form of constant barking or furniture destruction.
Originally from Thailand, Thai Ridgeback is one of the most prominent grey dogs, since solid grey (or blue) is one of the few colors accepted in this breed. It is also characterized by wrinkles on the forehead and is a proportional and stylized dog.
As for his personality, he is a very active dog that needs to perform great daily exercises, both physical and mental, to avoid the development of behavioral problems.
Small dogs can also be completely gray or have a color combined with gray as the main color. Thus, the most important breeds of small gray dogs are:
It is the smallest of all greyhounds, weighing no more than 5 kg and a height of about 38 cm. He is intelligent, gentle, affectionate, calm and very sensitive, without a doubt an ideal dog for anyone who can spend enough time with him, at home and outdoors, walking and playing.
As for the colors of this breed, solid colors such as gray, black, white or cinnamon are accepted.
The most common color pattern of the Yorkshire Terrier is the one that combines fire on the chest and dark blue in the rest of the body, so it is also part of the list of breeds of gray dogs. Similarly, it is common to see specimens of this breed in blue or silvery gray.
Although we highlight the dwarf or toy poodle, the truth is that all varieties of poodle can have a smooth grey fur, which can be more or less clear. In all types, the breed has a strong and active personality, so you must receive all kinds of stimuli to channel your energy and maintain your balance. Likewise, the poodle stands out as one of the smartest dogs in the world, which is why intelligence games in this breed are so important.
Another small grey dog is the Chinese crested dog, although it does not have a solid color, but a combination of gray and white. The most curious thing about this dog is that its body has hairless areas, and it is precisely these “chauve” parts that show the grey skin. The hairy parts can be of any color and usually occupy the head, legs and tail.
Elegant, stylized and proportioned, the Whippet is also energetic, affectionate and sensitive. In this breed all colors and combinations are accepted, except for the blackbird. For this reason, it is possible to find the Whippet in solid gray or combined with white.
Although it may seem like a peaceful dog, the Whippet needs to exercise a lot, as well as having time to run freely.
Of course, there are many other breeds of gray dogs, which have an all-grey fur or a gray fur combined with white and other colors. Some other examples of gray dogs are:
Although all the dogs mentioned above are beautiful, remember that there are also mixed gray dogs, with a smooth grey fur or combined with white. Therefore, we recommend you to go to the protectors, shelters and associations closest to your place of residence to adopt a gray half-breed dog. In this way, you will give your dog a second chance to thank you for your life and fight against the mistreatment and abandonment of animals.
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