Police Dogs

Besides classifying dogs by breed, they can also be categorized by purpose, size, and coat length. According to size they can be divided into large, medium, and small categories. Based on coat characteristics, they can be divided into silky-coated, wire-haired, long-haired, short-haired, etc. By purpose, dogs can be divided into working dogs, ornamental dogs, guard dogs, and so on, each type containing a number of breeds.

Classification based on different purposes of dogs. Dogs can be divided into hunting dogs, guide dogs, military dogs, rescue dogs, police dogs, companion dogs, guard dogs, lab dogs, sled dogs, etc.

1. Hunting Dogs

Hunting dogs are great helpers for hunting, lively and loyal, deeply loved by people. Their long hair protects them in all climates, and long-term hunting activities have cultivated their sensitive responses and friendly temperament.

2. Guide Dogs

Guide dogs are a type of working dog. Generally, these dogs need to have good attention and obedience, and it is very important for guide dogs to have a good temperament. Excellent concentration allows the dog not to be disturbed by external factors, and good composure prevents the dog from becoming overly excited when seeing other dogs. Common guide dogs include Golden Retrievers, Labradors, etc.

Guide Dogs

3. Military Dogs

Military dogs live generation after generation in the army. Their fierceness, physical fitness, and professional work training have created their strong physique. Enduring hardship to complete the owner's mission is their highest pursuit; protecting the owner in moments of danger is their noble life value. Generations of military dogs and trainers have built strong human-dog bonds. The attachment and loyalty military dogs have for their owners are instincts passed down through life. Offspring of military dogs are the best choices for guard and companion dogs.

4. Search and Rescue Dogs

Search and rescue dogs usually come from hunting dog families. They have keen noses, strong curiosity, high work enthusiasm, endurance, and good adaptability. Their work scope is very broad, including searching and rescuing missing people at natural disaster sites such as earthquake ruins, building collapses, avalanches, mountains, and water surfaces. Additionally, search and rescue dogs also undertake searches and rescues at certain crime scenes.

5. Police Dogs

Police dogs, also known as law enforcement dogs, are dogs used by police agencies for specific police purposes. Broadly, police dogs refer to all dogs used by police agencies and can be categorized into breed dogs for police, police training dogs, police experimental dogs, and demonstration dogs based on their purposes. Narrowly speaking, police dogs refer to dogs with certain operational abilities used by police mainly for fieldwork.

Beagles are commonly used as experimental dogs

6. Companion Dogs

Companion dogs mainly serve as ornamental and companion animals. They soothe the lonely hearts of those living alone and even care for the elderly, children, and patients, making them the best companions for humans.

7. Experimental Dogs

Experimental dogs are mainly used for scientific experiments in medicine, biology, aerospace, and other disciplines. Some countries have established an “Experimental Animal Day” to commemorate the contributions and precious sacrifices of experimental animals, including experimental dogs.

8. Sled Dogs

Making use of dogs' great running ability to help owners pull carts or sleds. Alaskan Malamutes, Samoyeds, and Huskies are the three well-known sled dog breeds.