difference between the pet dog and the street dog in few points
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WHAT BREED ARE THE STRAY DOGS OF INDIA?
The street dogs found in India are a big mix of different breeds over the years but the most common trait or breed used to define the Indian street dogs is the Pariah Dog. We personally don't like this name as Pariah means 'Outsider' and this namesake was given by the British during their ruling in India. We prefer Apna (Our) Dog or simply Desi (national) Dog. This breed of dogs has been around for as far back as 4500 years ago.
Just like shopping on SevaStray, the assortment and uniqueness vary from place to place. Here are some of the common traits of desi dogs.
Size: medium
Weight: typically between 40-55 lbs
Coat: Typically short
Distinct features: Sharp longer snouts, perked up ears, curly tails.
WHY IS THE PARIAH / DESI DOG ONE OF THE BEST BREEDS?
If we just focus on the criteria of ‘features and benefits’ of a breed, the Desi dog outperforms practically any dog breed that is 'bought' and bred in India. They are extremely intelligent, which is required for their ability to survive with little human support. Just being able to cross a highly trafficked street in India requires the talent that most humans even lack.
Desi dogs are adapted to the climate of India unlike German Shepards, Rottweilers, Huskies, and other purebred dogs.
Desi dogs are loyal to their human friends and protective and their survival depends on defending their territory.
Indian street dogs are less prone to diseases from inbreeding such as cancer, hip dysplasia, etc. as this is the true breeding pool and natural selection process.
The traits of the breed, however, do not apply to any single dog, each dog is different and its behavior, abilities, and personality are going to vary from dog to dog, not by the breed.