Dog Breeds of W

Below is a list of dogs whose names begin with letter W. Each dog breed has an introductory description, and the list represents various dogs from different breeds of dogs with names having the first letter of their names as ‘W’.

WEIMAR BRACO

The Weimar Braco is a medium to large sized dog, and is usually well built. It has a proportional head to its body. Its nose is red, and it has round eyes which are often in various shades of yellow to yellowish brown.

WEIMARANER

The Weimaraner of German origin has a history of having been selected and taken in by the Great Duke of the court of Weimar. This dog is great for hunting in the wild, and it is said that it was used by German kings in ancient times for hunting expeditions.

Weimaraner

This is a slender and athletic looking species of dog known to have been great hunting partners in the past. However, this species has largely been domesticated as a pet in present times. It is typically gray in color, and has little or no hair, hence it is easy to look after and clean.

WELSH CORGIS

This is a small dog, native of Great Britain. It is viewed as one of the oldest dogs of Great Britain. This species is said to have been used as a shepherd dog in ancient times.

WELSH SPRINGER SPANIEL

The Welsh springer spaniel is a member of the family Spaniel. The appearance of this dog is somewhat square, with its body length being almost proportional to its height.

Welsh Springer Spaniel

The Welsh springer spaniel can be very possessive of its master. Fast learners, it is easy to train this species of dogs. However, they can get easily destructed by things that may excite them. With proper training though, they are able to control this trait and become obedient.

WELSH SPRINGER SPANIEL

Also known as the welsh spaniel, its main function is collecting game, but it could be a great pet as long as its hunter instinct is respected.

WELSH TERRIER

Also known as the Old black Terrier, this species is enduring, enthusiastic and well balanced. It is usually black with rough, hard and thick hair.

WEST HIGHLAND WHITE TERRIER

This species is also known as the White Terrier due to its color. These dogs are usually friendly and polite.

WEST HIGHLAND WHITE TERRIER

This species has long, rough and hard fur, with smooth, short and thick inner growth. It has small ears and very dark oval shaped eyes.

WEST RUSSIAN COURSING HOUNDS

West Russian coursing hounds are known to have originated from Russia. They are known for their great hunting capabilities, which was their main purpose during the Soviet Union era.

WESTPHALIAN DACHSBRACKE

This breed originated from Westfalia, Germany. It is a small sized dog with short legs and characteristic fur.

WETTERHOUN

This rare species was used for hunting small animals and as a watch dog. It has thick and curled hair covering the whole body with the exception of the head and legs. When alert, it is known to curl its tail.

WHIPPET

Of British origin, this dog is slim and elegant. It adapts well to city life, and needs regular exercises to check its weight. The whippet is not aggressive, and can be friendly with children. In the past, this species was associated with poor people, though it is now widely appreciated.

Wire Fox Terrier

The wire Fox terrier is similar in appearance to the Smooth Fox Terrier, though it is a distinct breed. This breed was commonly used for hunting foxes in ancient England. This breed is a good rattler, and has curled fur.

Wire-haired Vizsla

It is an ideal companion to man. There are various types of this breed. These include work dogs, which assist their owners in activities. They are commonly used as sled dogs, and can thrive in harsh conditions.

WIREHAIRED POINTING GRIFFON

This is a dog of Dutch descent, and is considered a French breed because it was developed in France. This breed is particularly adapted for swampy areas, with its tough coat offering excellent protection.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

Also known as wirehaired pointers, this breed was developed from a German griffon and a spaniel. It has a great sense of smell, and there are three distinct types namely French wirehaired pointers, German wirehaired pointers and American wirehaired pointers.

WIREHAIRED POINTING GRIFFON

The griffon originated from Germany, though it is today associated with France because of its widespread prevalence in France. It has a natural hunting instinct, beautiful looks and a good temperament.