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What breed is my dog? Please help:)

Posted : 1/4/2014 2:10:03 PM

Hi all!

My husband and I have been in search of what breed our rescue dog, Kale is ever since we brought him home. When we rescued him, they labeled him as a labradoodle but we know that is incorrect now that he's grown up. He's big-about 72 lbs. He has long wiry hair that we trim but keep fairly long. He's very active, loves to run and "herd" other dogs. He has a long tail that curls up at times and big floppy ears. When he has short hair you can tell much better, but he is extremely spotted. We have taken him to three different vets and all of them have different opinions on what he may be. Our most current guess has been some type of Giant Schnauzer mix, however for a long while we thought Bearded Collie Mix. Any other opinions would certainly be appreciated

Thank you

JackieG

Posted : 1/5/2014 8:52:02 AM

I've no idea but he's gorgeous.

BarleyPuzzle

Posted : 1/5/2014 1:01:13 PM

I would say some sort of collie is in there by his colourings, Or even some dalmation due to the spots.

I would that if you really wanted to know you should get him DNA tested, we had one of our dogs DNA tested and the results were surprising but very accurate.

kkasbohm

Posted : 1/5/2014 1:50:16 PM

thank you :)

kkasbohm

Posted : 1/5/2014 1:50:52 PM

We have thought collie/dalmation possible as well. So many different characteristics he has lol. Do you have a particular DNA test you recommend? We have thought about doing that. Thanks :)

Michele68

Posted : 1/6/2014 7:24:23 AM

I want to say some type of hunting or gun dog for sure, a griffon of some kind. I do see a doodle face. Whatever he is, he is beautiful. Keep sending pics.

BarleyPuzzle

Posted : 1/6/2014 3:49:37 PM

I would suggest either this one: http://www.blackdogdna.com/

or this one: http://www.wisdompanel.co.uk/

cleanpawsalon

Posted : 4/14/2014 2:51:49 AM

i have no idea about this.

Pam3132

Posted : 5/10/2014 3:40:54 PM

My neighbor has a australian shepherd and their dog looks similar to yours and the Australian shepherd Is a herding dog from what I understand about the breed and your dog also looks labradoodle as well. Hope that helps. :)

Michele68

Posted : 5/12/2014 7:02:30 AM

Very cute, I would say there maybe some kind of Griffon in there or wire haired pointer. Some kind of hunting breed for sure. Alot of spaniels and pointers have those speckled spots. Whatever he may be, he is very lucky. So happy you rescued him.

DrAlexanderTab

Posted : 5/12/2014 8:12:45 PM

Gorgeous doggie no matter what breed :)