Africans is domestic breed of dog found across southern africa. This is also Landrace Dog. Landraces in dogs are defined as "dog or any livestock animal has been bred without a formal registry. These dogs, found in Southern Africa, were named "Africanis". Some modern writers call Africanis a pariah dog.Africanis is the native dog of South Africa
The Africanis is a medium-sized dog, of light construction with a long slender nose and, usually, a short hair. It's been described as a crossover between a greyhound and a dingo.This breed is also used for hunting. It is recognised by the Kennel Union of South Africa (KUSA) as an emerging breed.
Africanis Dog Highlights
Breed Size
Medium
Nature
Gentle, Willful, Aloof, Friendly
Energy Level
Hyper
Intelligence
Medium
Barking Level
When Necessary
Coat Length
Short, Medium, carly
Breed Group
Working
Droll Amount
High
Good with
Familes, Children, Dog
Feed Level
Medium, High
Colour Type
Black, Black and Tan, Brown, White
Other Facts
They are often judged by their appearance.
History
Africa's indigenous dogs could also be descended from ancient Egyptian dogs found throughout the Nile Delta around 5,900 years ago.These dogs spread throughout Africa with tribal movements, first through the Sahara and eventually reaching South Africa round the 6th century AD.The dogs could are want to help herd sheep, goats and cattle, guard against predators and help their human companions within the hunt.
22-27 inch 28-39 kg 10-13 year
Height
Weight
Life Span
Local Names of Africanis
Sica, Isiqha, Ixhalaga, Ixalagha, Isigola, I-Twina and Itiwina.
In South Africa a society has been established to preserve the Africanis, The Africanis Society of South Africa.
Other names
- African dog
- Bantu dog
- Hottentot hunting dog
- Khoekhoe dog
- Tswana dog
- Zulu dog
- Katali Dog
Health and Care
The Africanis is one among the healthiest breeds of dog known.It can survive in harsh conditions. This breed not requires any special food. The Immune system of this breed is well developed which help to resist internal and external parasites.
These following disease can seen in this breed:-
- Cancer
- Dermoid Sinus
- Parvovirus
- Rabies
So, Regular vet check-ups are needed. You must walk them for few hours everyday.
Feed
- Feed for Africanis , depending on its age, size, and activity level, for adult africanis three cups of dry food per day is needed.
- for puppies 2 cups per day.
Behavior:-
- Africanis are highly affectionate dogs and good for kids. This breed is good for your childrens.
- This is playful breed of dog and easy to train.
- This breed enjoying around people or other animals. They Don't tolerate being alone. Africanis are good for their owners .
Fun Facts
- This breed is landrace breed.
- Not Recognised by AKC ( American Kennel Club ).
- They are good watchdogs.
- They Have very low chance of biting somebody.
- Africanis are cat friendly dogs.
Africanis Dog Unique Name
| Male Name | Female Name |
|---|---|
| Brody | Betsy |
| Chance | Daphne |
| Charlie | Darla |
| Chester | Emmy |
| Duke | Gigi |
| Eddie | Goldie |
| Flash | Jenna |
| Gizmo | Lacy |
| Griffin | Lena |
| Jackson | Mattie |
| Kane | Nell |
| Ned | Paisley |
| Radar | Pepper |
| Rocco | Polly |
| Rocky | Sassy |
| Sammy | Sissy |
| Tesla | Abbie |
| TJ | Cha Cha |
| Tyson | Chaos |
| Cosmo | Kissy |
