What breed of dogs do well in hot weather or in the desert?

Answer 1

I live in the arizona desert, there are many types of breeds that you can concider, but remember dogs do not sweat and can overheat easily. as long as they have access to fresh water and shade at all times, all of them do well. We have neighbors who have St Bernards, they lay around in the shade during the heat, but do fine otherwise, and are not outside all the time

Answer 2

Even though this question is years old I'm going to add to it. Experts don't recommend getting a short muzzled or flat muzzled dog. That's boxers, pugs, english bulldogs and so on. Dogs cool themselves by panting and these breeds (especially pugs) can easily over heat. Also, do not get a dog with a thick or double coat...such as a husky. The coat traps heat and again, they will over head easier than a shorter coated dog. Lastly, do not think that a 'hairless' dog is the way to go...they are far more prone to sunburn..so a Xolo or a Chinese crested would have to be watched for that problem. Some choices I've run across as recommended are Chihuahua and Min Pincher for small dogs...greyhound, vizsla, and Weimaraner, doberman, and beagle are some others. Even these dogs need special attention when living in harsh conditions...summer sidewalks can burn paws and in door time is a MUST.

Answer 3

Well, no dog should stay in hot weather, or in cars, or the desert!!!!! When, it's hot weather, cut your dogs fur. When, it's really hot outside, dont play out there, go in a sunny weather or when it's nice and cool and if you really want to wanna go outside, when it's hot, go and, but make sure your dog get plenety of water. You also can go in the shadey spots.

Answer 4

Don't go for a small breed. They get overheated easily. Same with sled dog and shepherds. Try for an australian cattledog or kelpie. Salukis and Afghan Hounds are accustomed to hot weather. Don't leave any dog out for too long.

Answer 5

I imagine greyhounds and whippets would do well.

Also the rhodesian ridgeback. (sp. rhodesian? rohdesian? rodesian? Seems like there is an 'h' in there!) You get the picture though, I'm sure. Beautiful dogs.

And, even though they have all that long hair, I'm wondering why Afghans are called that, and why they hunt by sight, which would require empty spaces...hmmm.

Otherwise, perhaps you could get a book of dog breeds at the store or library, and look at all the info on the dog that strikes your fancy. Or ask at the place you may get one, if you feel they would know.

It does seem like almost any short-haired dog would do, but you never really know without asking....which you are! (my duh!)

Answer 6

Pharoah and Ibizan hounds were bred for the desert. :-) So were Canaan dogs, Sloughi, and Salukis. They'd all be right at home in hot dry weather!

Keep in mind that any dog should have shelter, food, water, and shade at all times.

Answer 7

None, if thrown in the backyard all-day.

If you get a long-haired breed, be prepared to have it shaved down during the more heated months.

If you have a pool, most breeds love that. If you don't, I suggest getting one (even if it's just a $20 kiddie pool at Walmart, they don't care.) Any breed can adapt to the weather-just be sure to keep him hydrated, and as I said, a swim is great, if you have a pool.

Oh, and in response to the user who said "bald ones", actually, hairless breeds typically need sunblock on heated days, to keep from their skin burning. It's actually harder to deal with a hairless breed, during the summer, because just like humans, their bare skin burns easily, and you have to use sunblock lotions on the dog.

Answer 8

Middle Eastern breeds, such as the Pharoh Hound, and the Caanan Dog were originally bred in such conditions.

Answer 9

Well no dog if your going to be keeping them outside. If your going to keep the dog inside in AC, then you would probally do best with a short haired breed, and it would be best if you only let the dog out for 5 mins at a time.

Answer 10

Saluki's are from Egypt. Afghan hounds might have some of the wild traits that they developed in their home land. Quite possibly Greyhounds and Whippets, too.