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- large gray dog breeds
- Weimaraner
- Great Dane or Great Dane
- Siberian Husky
- Medium Size Gray Dog Breeds
- American Stafforshire Terrier
- Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- American Pit Bull Terrier
- Schnauzer
- Thai Ridgeback
- small gray dog breeds
- little italian cock
- yorkshire terrier
- Toy Dwarf Poodle
- Chinese Crested Dog
- whippet
- Other breeds of gray dogs
- crossbred gray dogs
You gray dogs they are among the most sought after of all dog breeds with their completely gray coat combined with blue, yellow or dark eyes. If you are also thinking about adopting a gray dog, in this article by PeritoAnimal we will show you the dog breeds that can present this color in their coat. Of course, first of all, it is important to remember that aesthetics are not everything, a dog is an animal that has feelings and needs; therefore, adopting one implies a great deal of responsibility, time and financial resources. What we mean by this is that welcoming a dog because he "is cute" shouldn't be a decisive factor, it's essential to want to take care of that animal and share life with him.
That said, let's start to list of gray dog breeds large, small and medium. You'll love!
large gray dog breeds
There are several large and giant gray dog breeds. Some of them have a completely gray coat, and others tend to have white coats with gray patches as well. Anyway, we present the most popular breeds:
Weimaraner
The Weimaraner or Braco de Weimar is the great gray dog par excellence. It's the best known of all, because the only color accepted for this breed is gray., which can be silver gray, deer gray, mouse gray, or any variety of these shades. This dog stands out for being very active and energetic, so it is necessary to keep in mind that hours of daily exercise are necessary for him to run, play and spend all that energy, otherwise the Weimaraner can become a destructive dog.
A curiosity of this breed of gray dog is that puppies are born with blue eyes, but as they grow they turn amber.
Great Dane or Great Dane
Although it is more common to find the Great Dane in the color lioned or harlequin, the truth is that there is also the blue color variety, which has a completely gray coat. Likewise, the Great Dane Harlequin can also have a white coat with gray spots.
Despite its appearance, the Great Dane is not one of the most active dogs, but it does need moderate daily exercise. Also, he is a gray dog that usually needs a lot of company, so you will need to teach him how to be alone to avoid suffering from separation anxiety.
Siberian Husky
Another of the quintessential gray dog breeds is the Siberian Husky, as the most popular color pattern is the White and grey. This gray can be light, medium or dark. Likewise, heterochromia is common in this breed, that is, they have one eye of each color.
The Husky is a Nordic dog, born to withstand very low temperatures, so it is generally not suitable for very hot climates. He is also a very active dog, who likes to play and keep his mind stimulated. For this reason, it is necessary to practice physical exercises and intelligence games with him.
Medium Size Gray Dog Breeds
In medium breeds of dogs, we can also find color patterns that include gray, as well as combinations of gray and white dog. The breeds that present these tones most frequently are as follows:
American Stafforshire Terrier
Although it may look like a big dog, the truth is that the American Staffordshire Terrier is considered to be medium sized by all official dog organizations. In this breed all colors are allowed, solid or combined, so it is possible to find it in grey, blue or white and gray.
In many countries, this breed of dog is considered potentially dangerous due to its physical characteristics, so it is necessary to inquire to see if it is necessary to acquire a license to adopt this dog. Despite this, the American Staffordshire Terrier is generally a very affectionate dog, especially with children, sociable and playful. Obviously, it's essential to teach him what he can bite and what he can't, in addition to socializing him properly.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Another bull dog that is also on the list of gray dog breeds is the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, much smaller than the previous one. It can be lion, brindle or a single color. within range of solid colors accepted, is blue, which can also be combined with white.
As in the previous case, this is an active, playful and very friendly dog. He loves spending time with other dogs and children, but must be properly socialized to avoid problems related to not knowing how to behave.
American Pit Bull Terrier
Also considered to be medium in size, the American Pitbull Terrier can feature any solid color or color-matched patterns, except blackbird. Therefore, it is common to find the Pitbull of Gray color, in any of its shades, or with white coat with gray spots.
This dog can also be considered potentially dangerous in some countries, so it is necessary to check whether a license is required or not to proceed with its adoption, as well as the use of muzzles during its walks. Regardless of what the law indicates, the American Pitbull Terrier stands out for being a very sociable and affectionate dog, which only needs to be properly educated (always through positive reinforcement).
Schnauzer
Both large and medium Schnauzer can have a coat grayish, although only pure black and so-called "salt and pepper" are accepted by the FCI. In both sizes he is an energetic dog who hates being alone in the house, so he tends to develop separation anxiety, which can be demonstrated in the form of constant barking or furniture destruction.
Thai Ridgeback
Originally from Thailand, the Thai Ridgeback is another among the most prominent gray dogs because the solid gray (or blue) is one of the few colors accepted in this breed. It is also characterized by wrinkles on the forehead and for being a proportional and stylized dog.
As for his personality, he is a very active dog that needs to practice large amounts of daily physical and mental exercise to avoid the development of behavioral problems.
small gray dog breeds
Smaller dogs can also be completely gray or have a combined coloration that has gray as the main color. Thus, the most prominent small breeds of gray dog are:
little italian cock
It is the smallest of all Greyhound puppies, with a weight that does not exceed 5 kg and a height of about 38 cm. He is intelligent, sweet, affectionate, calm and very sensitive, without a doubt an ideal dog for those who can spend enough time with him, both at home and out, walking and playing.
Regarding the colors of this breed, are accepted solid colors like gray, black, white or cinnamon.
yorkshire terrier
The most common color pattern of the Yorkshire Terrier is the one that combines the fire in the chest with the dark blue in the rest of the body, so it is also part of the list of gray dog breeds. Likewise, it is common to see specimens of this breed in blue or silver grey.
Toy Dwarf Poodle
Although we highlight the Dwarf or Toy Poodle, the truth is that all Poodle varieties can have a coat solid gray, which can be more or less clear. In all types, the breed has a strong and active personality, so it must receive all kinds of stimuli to channel its energy and maintain balance. Likewise, the Poodle stands out as one of the smartest puppies in the world, which is why intelligence games in this breed are so important.
Chinese Crested Dog
Another small gray dog is the Chinese Crested Dog, although it doesn't have a solid color, but a gray and white combination. The most curious thing about this dog is that its body has hairless areas, and it is exactly these "bald" parts that show the gray skin. The hairy parts can be any color and usually occupy the head, legs and tail area.
whippet
Elegant, stylish and proportionate, this is the Whippet, as well as being energetic, affectionate and sensitive. In this breed, all colors and combinations are accepted except Merle. For this reason, you can find the Whippet at solid gray or combined with white.
While it may seem like a quiet dog, the Whippet needs to get plenty of exercise in addition to having time to run freely.
Other breeds of gray dogs
Obviously, there are many other breeds of gray dogs, which have a completely gray coat or a gray coat combined with white and other colors. Some other examples of gray dogs are:
- Border Collie
- Neapolitan Mastiff
- Great Dane
- Navarro prey
- Alaskan Malamute
- Irish Lebrel
- Bedlington Terrier
- American Bully
- Tibetan terrier
- Czechoslovakian wolf dog
- Catalan Shepherd
- longhaired collie
- Pastor of the Pyrenees
- Bearded Collie
- bobtail
- Shih Tzu
crossbred gray dogs
Although all the dogs mentioned above are beautiful, remember that there are also crossbred gray dogs, with solid gray coat or combined with white. For this reason, we recommend that you visit the protectors, shelters and associations closest to your place of residence to adopt a crossbred gray dog. In this way, you will give a second chance to a dog who will thank you for a lifetime and will be fighting animal abuse and neglect.