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| Breed Group : | unknown |
| Weight : | male: 25 lbs ( 11kg ) ; female : 25 lbs (11 kg ) |
Height :
| male: 17 inches ( 43 centimeters ); female: 17 inches ( 43 centimeters ) |
| Breed Overview Information : | The New Guinea Singing Dog or NGSD originated in the island of New Guinea. It is a very rare breed that is difficult to obtain. However, they are kept in some zoos and fanciers. The New Guinea Singing Dog was called as such due to its howl which has a musical feel to it which is incomparable to that of other dog breeds. It has a fox-like appearance and is extremely agile. Although they are kept by some fanciers, this breed is generally not suited as a house pet. They are natural hunters, making use of all five senses in order to locate possible prey. They can be quite combative with other dog breeds especially those of the same sex. Though they may be difficult to domesticate, given the proper training they can be tamed. |
| Breed Character Information : | As mentioned above, the New Guinea Singing Dog is generally not suited as a household pet. It is very headstrong and intelligent which makes it difficult to train and domesticate. It can be quite aggressive to strangers and other animals. It is well known for its musical howl which can send shivers down one’s spine. |
| Breed Coat Information : | The New Guinea Singing Dog’s coat usually comes in red with white markings. It has a double coat which protects it from harsh weather especially in its country of origin where the temperature varies greatly. Its outer coat is straight and short. It’s under coat on the other hand, is dense. |
| Breed Temperament Information : | The New Guinea Singing Dog does not usually develop strong attachments to its owner. They are naturally suspicious of strangers and are quite aggressive. This breed is not recommended for first time dog owners since they are difficult to train. Due to their natural hunting abilities, they are quite uncontrollable when they sense prey. Unlike other dog breeds, the New Guinea Singing Dog is not suited as a household pet and is not recommended to be kept in households with children. |
| Breed Ownership Information : | The New Guinea Singing Dog is very rare and hard to find. They were predicted to become extinct in the next few years if not for human intervention. Now, they are mostly kept in zoos and by fanciers. If you are lucky enough to have obtained one, make sure that you read on New Guinea Singing Dog breed information’s first since this breed is quite difficult to control. |
| Breed Activity Information : | Make sure that your New Guinea Singing Dog gets daily exercises since when bored, they may become destructive. They enjoy running in a wide space. However, make sure that they are enclosed in a fenced area when you allow them to run since they are good in escaping. |
| Breed Care Information : | The NGSD is a generally healthy breed since they suffer from no known hereditary disease. |
| Breed Training Information : | This breed is hard to train. Thus, they should be trained firmly and consistently as a puppy by an experienced trainer. |
New Guinea Singing Video :
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New Guinea Singing 
