Around the world November becomes movember as guys unite to grow their moat and raise awareness for men's health issues. But while these dudes can lose the stubble and revert to clean shaven at the end of the month not all mustaches and beards are intended to be that temporary. In fact for several of our four-legged friends it's a distinguishing feature that sets them apart from all other pooches. In this we've listed the "Top 10 Bearded Dog Breeds".
Bearded Collie Dog :
Of course we kick off our list of bearded dog breeds with the pooch that not only sports the growth but bears the name. This (Bearded Collie) lady was bred for herding hails from Scotland and is one of the oldest breeds in Britain. His long course outer coat repels wind, snow, and rain while his handsome beard just looks super cool (1).
Yorkshire Terrier Dog :
This spunky little pooch with a dramatic blue and tan coat has attitude galore. In spite of his tiny size he wears a stash with pride and dignity. Even when he's (Yorkshire Terrier) unceremoniously tucked into someone's handbag (2).
Shih Tzu Dog :
Want a lap dog that makes you chuckle every time he looks up at you. This is the pooch for you also known as a chrysanthemum dog because of his unruly facial hair. He (Shih Tzu) adores hanging with his human pack and proving that in spite of his lightweight physique, he could sport a beard with the best of them (3).
Schnauzer Dog :
Now this boy knows how to wear a beard, whether giant, standard, or miniature this extroverted terrier's iconic walrus beard and chiseled good looks. Make him matinee idle material in the world of dogs am i wrong (4).
Airedale Terrier Dog :
You'd never guess this fun-loving dog (Airedale Terrier) with the need for play and passion for getting into mischief. Was originally bred to work on English farms today this dashing dog with the sculpted beard and dramatic profile is more likely to be found goofing off with his human pack (5).
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Brussels Griffon Dog :
Seriously while this poufy little woke look alike appears to be of the pampered pooch variety he (Brussels Griffon) was originally bred as a ratter and lived as a street dog in Belgium. With his school of hard knocks background it's no wonder he wears his massive stash with an air of self-importance (6).
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Dog :
Nope not a lot of dignity with this pooch's facial growth this beloved terrier loves to wear his food after a big meal. Most notably in his (Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier) beard then wipe it on your pant leg, sofa. the closest chair yes his beard becomes his own personal paintbrush (7).
Coton De Tulear Dog :
This poofy little dog with the beady dark eyes and dramatic mustachio hails from Madagascar. It was thought to have been brought over on pirate ships no wonder he (Coton De Tulear) loves swimming in spite of his bounty of fur he isn't a big shedder and is known to just treasure his fluffy mustache (8).
Scottish Terrier Dog :
This serious-minded little Scot with the independent streak and determined profile was bred to track vermin back in the day. While he can still give the cat a good workout he's (Scottish Terrier) more likely to enjoy a good walk with his people. And of course having his iconic chin scruff trim and looking dapper (9).
Lowchen Dog :
Finishing up our bearded dog breeds list is a unique looking pooch that dates back to the 1400s and is traditionally clipped to resemble a lion. Yes complete with bracelets of fur around his ankles a poof at the end of his tail and of course the distinctive furry rough around his face. While his (Lowchen) body is regularly shaved the beard is forever (10).
