Pet adoption is up, with Generation Z accounting for most new pet owners.
Dogs In India
According to pet adoption agencies and animal welfare NGOs, there has been a noticeable increase in the number of people adopting or fostering pets. This may result from the significant increase in psychological distress and anxiety among the general population brought on by the current covid season. Indians have realized the benefits of having a pet, particularly a dog, for their mental health. Research has demonstrated that caring for a pet helps people cope with loneliness and lowers stress and anxiety. Here are some of the popular ones in India of many.
Golden Retriever
Size – Medium to large
Height – 51 to 61 cm
One of the most well-liked breeds in India and worldwide is the golden retriever—additionally intelligent and calm-tempered these large furry babies. Additionally, golden retrievers are taught how to serve as guide dogs for the blind and other people with disabilities. However, because of their propensity for obesity and other illnesses, these dogs will require a lot of exercise to stay in shape.
Beagle
Size- 13- 15 inches
Weight- 11.3 kg
Beagles were developed in the beginning as hunting dogs. At first, they followed nearly every small game animal. But over time, the majority of hunters started using them for rabbits. Currently, rabbits are used in all beagle field competitions. Contrary to some common misconceptions, they do not track deer. Compared to companion-bred dogs, purpose-bred canines are frequently more relaxed and larger. Frequently, they are also healthier.
German shepherd
Size- 60-65 cm
Weight – 30kg – 40kg
German shepherds, also called GSDs, range from medium to large. The breed’s name comes from Germany, where it was first seen. German Shepherd dogs resemble wolves in appearance. German Shepherds are incredibly loving and caring, despite having a frightening body. They make the best watchdogs. The breed is primarily employed in acting, search-and-rescue missions, and programs that support people with disabilities.
Pug
Size- 25 to 36 cm
Weight- 6.3 to 8.1 kg
These big dogs with small bodies are among the cutest, and their popularity in India has increased. They were bred primarily as royal companions and had their origins in China. Pugs even kept Tibetan Buddhist monks company. Pugs became very popular in India thanks to Hutchinson Essar’s advertising campaign featuring Cheeka, a pug. The advertisement caused a rise in pug demand in India, and the pattern has persisted.
Pomeranian
Size- 18 to 30 cm
Weight – 1.4 to 3.2 kg
One of India’s most distinctive dog breeds is this one. A brief history reveals that Pomeranians descended from Arctic dogs, which used to be much larger than they are today and could function in icy environments. They were mainly employed for herding sheep, pulling sledges, and carrying loads. They were given the name Pomerania after the region where they were raised to be as small as we are used to seeing them.
