The word ginger means something different to each of us for the health conscious. It's likely fresh ginger root wall for those who are fans of old movies and maybe Ginger Rogers. If you like classic TV sitcoms you may be thinking of the aptly named redhead from Gilligan's Island.
While for monarchists it's of course Prince Harry so it should come as no surprise that with dog breeds it's no different. There's a wide range of opinions as to what this zesty color palette refers to is it a bright peachy orange coat.
Perhaps one with a warmer golden hue or maybe a deeper rusty tone. At the end of the day it's all in the eye of the beholder and whatever you envision when you put the words dog and ginger together you're right. Here we've listed the "Top 10 Ginger Dog Breeds".
Pomeranian Dog :
When you think of a sunset is this not the color you envision. This little dog has it all including the feisty nature that has over the years become synonymous with smaller dog breeds. The determined little Pomeranian weighs in at around the seven pound mark. So when this mini mite with the profuse double coat throws his weight around the only one intimidated is the cat and even that's a maybe (1).
Chow
Chow Dog :
Although his personality leans toward being aloof and dignified. Chow Chow hard to maintain a tough persona when you're the color of a big ripe peach and have a purple tongue. This stocky pooch with the dark deep set eyes and profuse double coat is actually a great family dog. Who's extremely loyal to his pups, although he's more the strong silent type than the mushy cuddly sort (2).
Cocker
Spaniel Dog :
Flowing locks, drooping ears this dog could be a melting creamsicle. With those great big eyes peeking out from that winsome face it's no wonder this ginger is one of the best love breeds in the world. And while Cocker Spaniel actually a hunting dog he's also a loving and loyal addition to any family with kids or other pets (3).
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Dog :
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever solid ginger and the brilliant orange patches on this sporting dog's coat have secured him a spot on our list. As his name implies he's Retriever but smaller than lab or golden and infinitely more willful than either. No surprise this is a highly active dog and because he has a mind of his own. He needs to be part of a family that can both wear him out and keep his stubborn nature in check (4).
Australian Terrier Dog :
Bold and brassy this self-assured little Aussie possesses the fiery spirit one associates with ginger. Yes, the scruffy-looking mini mutt is lively fun-loving and enjoys being the apple of your eye. Meaning he prefers to be the only pet in the household. While his (Australian Terrier) working dog status means his body is covered with the coarse hard-wearing and weatherproof double you would expect from an outdoor pooch. The fur around his head is unusually soft and silky (5).
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Golden
Retriever Dog :
All dressed up in lustrous gingery gold tones. He possesses a gentle fun-loving personality and is up for any outdoor activity you throw his way. Of course we're talking about the inimitable Golden Retriever who definitely melts Flair with function, as he struts his showy stuff around the dog park (6).
Basset Fauve De Bretagne Dog :
Basset Fauve De Bretagne an impressive name for this scruffy hard-working petite ginger. But he's earned it because this sturdy little pooch is actually a super-quick, sent out who's often the dog of choice for those on the hunt. And in spite of his innate need to track a scent and flush out prey. He's remarkably great with kids and other family pets (7).
Pembroke Welsh Corgi Dog :
Forget that this ginger is vertically challenged. Pembroke Welsh Corgi described as powerful fearless and athletic, of course he is he was bred to herd cattle and when you're a 30-pound pooch. Staring down a one-ton cow and trying to make it do what you want you got to be tough. Then I also mentioned he's surprisingly quick no kidding, but this clever little fireball is in fact a loving sensitive family pooch. Who is always on duty ready to step in as a deep barking watchdog when the need arises (8).
Vizsla Dog :
I think any dog this affectionate and eager to please should automatically come with a coat that looks warm and cozy. Hence his toasty ginger color (Vizsla). Also dubbed the velcro dog because of his need to always be close to his pet parents. This rusty toned pooch is a known talker who loves to moan whine and fuss to get his message across (9).
Irish Setter Dog :
Brilliant deep tone tresses make this dog one of the most striking of the gingers. But in addition to making a bold visual statement every time he arrived at the dog park. Irish Setter is a fun-loving pooch with the eager-to-please personality is also a prolific gun dog. Used by hunters for centuries in spite of background he's renowned for being sweet tempered and getting along with kids and other animals alike, though socialization will be required (10).
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