Medium Dog Breeds pictures and names

Table of Medium Dog Breeds

Beagle Dog
Boxer Dog
Dalmation Dog
Portuguese Water Dog

Beagle dog

Male:
Average height: 13-15″
Weight: 18-30 lb

Female:
Average height: 13-15″
Weight: 18-30 lb

Life span is 12-15 years

The Beagle dog breed originated in England back in the 1300′s and was used primarily for hunting – primarily rabbit hunting and is still used in this capacity to this day. It is popular today with hunters as well as families as this amiable hound makes a great addition to the family.

Temperament

The Beagle needs companionship either from humans or with other dogs. If it is exercised sufficiently, it can be a calm house pet. It is very gentle and very tolerant and with these traits can make an excellent choice with families with small children. It barks and howls.

Upkeep and Health

The Beagle requires daily exercise – a walk or romp in the yard is sufficient. It can live outdoors in temperate temperatures as long as warm bedding and shelter are available. Although, it requires companionship so is most happy with a balance of yard and house.

Major health concerns include inter-vertebral disk disease and CHD.

Minor health concerns include glaucoma, epilepsy, CPRA, hypothyroidism, patellar luxation, KCS, chondrodysplasia, and distichiasis.

Boxer Dog

Male:
Average Height: 22.5-25″
Weight: 65-80 lb

Female:
Average height: 21-23.5″
Weight: 50-65 lb

Life span is 8-10 years

Boxers originated in the country of Germany and were derived from 2 breeds that no longer exist. They were bred for chasing the large games and bull baiting. The breeding resulted in a tough agile dog with a muscled and stream-lined body with a jaw that enabled a strong grip. When bull-baiting was outlawed they were then used to control cattle in slaughter yards. They were one of the first breeds in Germany to be used by the police and the military. Eventually, they evolved into a family pet and show dog.

Temperament

The Boxer is an outgoing, devoted, and inquisitive breed. It is the perfect choice for an active family. They do well with children but yet distrust strangers. It is sensitive and responsive when given commands. The Boxer thrives on human companionship and loves children. It does well with the family role. It may show aggression toward dogs it does not know but usually gets along well with other dogs in the home as well as other household pets.

Upkeep and Health

The Boxer requires adequate exercise to avoid behavioral issues such as digging and chewing. They like to run but you can meet their exercise needs with a long walk or short job. It is generally unsuited to live outdoors and does not like the hot weather. Some are prone to snoring. You must brush the coat only occasionally to remove dead hair.

Major health concerns include CHD, SAS, and boxer cardiomyopathy.

Dalmation Dog

Male:
Average height: 19-23″
Weight: 40-60 lb

Female:
Average height: 19-23″
Weight: 40-60 lb

Life span is 12-14 years

The Dalmation is probably the most recognizable of all dog breeds with even children – with the help of Disney – recognizing the obvious black and white spotted trait. This breed has a muscular build with a high level of energy, strength, and endurance due to its history of being bred to run alongside horse-drawn carriages.

Temperament

They need a lot of attention and a release for their high degree of energy. They were bred to run tirelessly for miles. If you do not supply an adequate outlet for their high energy level and exercise needs, the Dalmation breed will turn to destructive habits. They are intelligent and take easy training and are eager to learn. It may show aggression towards other dogs and tends to be reserved towards people it just met. It is generally good-natured with other pets and gets along very well with horses.

Upkeep and Health

Their coat sheds profusely and requires frequent brushing. Exercise is an important part of their routine. If given a proper outlet, they make a great companion. Although this breed could live outside in temperate climates, it still requires shelter, bedding, and companionship and does better when allowed to live in the home.

Major health concerns include urinary stones and deafness.