Which dog that was originally bred in the Congo, is sometimes known as 'The Barkless Dog' as it produces an unusual yodel-like sound due to its unusually shaped larynx?
"The Basenji of central Africa produces an unusual yodel-like sound, due to its unusually shaped larynx. This trait also gives the Basenji the nickname ""Barkless Dog."" Many animals communicate via various vocalizations. While there is not a precise, consistent and functional acoustic definition for barking, researchers may classify barks according to several criteria. University of Massachusetts Amherst researchers identified volume, pitch, tonality, noise, abrupt onset and pulse duration are amongst the criteria that can be used to define a bark. Besides dogs and wolves, other canines like coyotes and jackals can bark. Their barks are quite similar to those of"
"the Basenji in some respects are commonplace over much of Africa, the breed's original foundation stock came from the old growth forest regions of the Congo Basin, where its structure and type were fixed by adaptation to its habitat, as well as use (primarily net hunting in extremely dense old-growth forest vegetation). The name comes from the Lingala language of the Congo, which means 'villager dogs'. The Basenji has been identified as a basal breed that predates the emergence of the modern breeds in the 19th century. Recent DNA studies based on whole-genome sequences indicate that the domestic dog is"
"many unique traits with pariah dog types. Basenjis, like dingoes, New Guinea singing dogs and some other breeds of dog, come into estrus only once annually—as compared to other dog breeds, which may have two or more breeding seasons every year. Both dingoes and Basenji lack a distinctive odor, and are prone to howls, yodels, and other vocalizations over the characteristic bark of modern dog breeds. One theory holds that the latter trait is the result of selecting against dogs that frequently bark—in the traditional Central African context—because barking could lead enemies to humans' forest encampments. While dogs that resemble"
"are the New Guinea Singing Dog Conservation Society, founded in 1997 and New Guinea Singing Dog International, a preservation, captive breed, adoption and pet education group. Both are based in the United States. New Guinea singing dog The New Guinea singing dog or New Guinea Highland dog (""Canis lupus dingo"" or ""Canis familiaris"") is a rare dog native to the New Guinea Highlands of the island of New Guinea. Its taxonomic status is debated. The dog is noted for its unique vocalization. Little is known about New Guinea singing dogs in the wild and there are only two photographs of"
"and suppressed the name ""Canis antarticus"" Kerr 1792. The New Guinea singing dog or New Guinea Highland dog ""Canis hallstromi"" Troughton 1957. The Australian mammalogist Ellis Troughton classified this rare dog that is native to the New Guinea Highlands on the island of New Guinea. The ""Papuan dog"" ""Canis papuensis"" Maclay 1882. The Russian biologist Nicholas De Miklouho-Maclay compared the dingo with a Papuan dog specimen from Bonga village, 25 km north of Finschhafen, on the Maclay Coast in Papua New Guinea. He noted that compared to the dingo, this dog was smaller, did not have the bushy tail, had"
"Abyssinian Sand Terrier The Abyssinian Sand Terrier or African Hairless Dog is a breed of hairless dog. It can grow tall and weigh . Abyssinian Sand Terriers are hairless except for the skull and towards the end of the tail. However, some dogs are totally hairless. They come in bronze, elephant gray, grayish black, black, pale sandy, and mottled. Their ears are rose shaped. The Abyssinian Sand Terrier's head is broad in the skull with a long, tapered muzzle. The eyes are medium and almond shaped, but do not bulge. Their ears are either rose shaped or large and bat"
"light than in other dog varieties. The other is that they possess a higher concentration of cells in the tapetum. New Guinea singing dogs have erect, pointed, fur-lined ears. As with other wild dogs, the ears 'perk', or lay forward, which is suspected to be an important survival feature for the species. The ears can be rotated like a directional receiver to pick up faint sounds. Their tails are bushy, long enough to reach the hock, free of kinks, and have a white tip. Pups are born with a dark chocolate brown pelt with gold flecks and reddish tinges, which"
"New Guinea singing dog The New Guinea singing dog or New Guinea Highland dog (""Canis lupus dingo"" or ""Canis familiaris"") is a rare dog native to the New Guinea Highlands of the island of New Guinea. Its taxonomic status is debated. The dog is noted for its unique vocalization. Little is known about New Guinea singing dogs in the wild and there are only two photographs of wild sightings: one taken in 1989 and published by Australian mammalogist Tim Flannery, and the other taken in August 2012 by wilderness adventure guide Tom Hewett in the Star Mountains region of West"
"Salish Wool Dog The Salish Wool Dog or Comox dog is an extinct breed of white, long-haired, Spitz-type dog that was developed and bred by the native peoples of what is now Washington and British Columbia. The Salish Wool Dog (or Woolly Dog) likely is the only known prehistoric North American dog developed by true animal husbandry. The small, long-haired wool dog and the coyote-like village dog were deliberately maintained as separate populations. The dogs were kept in packs of about 12 to 20 animals, and fed primarily raw and cooked salmon. To keep the breed true to type and"
"with their houses from centuries. Mostly this breed is use for herding purpose. There are two strains of this breed, simple bakarwal and ladakhi bakarwal. Ladakhi bakarwal strain have specific unique ability of open mouth barking for an extensive period of time also called as ‘hk-saya’ or ‘yak-saya’ in native language. It means nonstop barking without taking breath or continuous bark in one breath. GENERAL APPEARANCE: Bakarwal is a powerful and heavily bone, medium to large size dog. It is an agile and sturdy breed, a typical mountain dog with its furry coat and plumy tail gives it’s a majestic"
"associate with other domestic dogs. However, Alfred Brehm reported a dingo that completely learned the more ""typical"" form of barking and knew how to use it, while its brother did not. Whether dingoes bark or bark-howl less frequently in general is not sure. The now extinct Hare Indian dog of northern Canada was not known to bark in its native homeland, though puppies born in Europe learned how to imitate the barking of other dogs. When hurt or afraid, it howled like a wolf, and when curious, it made a sound described as a growl building up to a howl."
"Mexican Hairless Dog The Xoloitzcuintli (), or Xolo for short, is a hairless breed of dog, found in toy, miniature, and standard sizes. The Xolo also comes in a coated variety and coated and hairless can be born in the same litter. It is characterized by its sparse hair coat and a severe oligodontia. This phenotype is a consequence of Canine Ectodermal Dysplasia caused by a mutation on the Foxl3 autosomal gene. It is also known as Mexican hairless dog in English-speaking countries, and is one of several breeds of hairless dog. In Nahuatl, from which its English name originates,"
"unknown or idiopathic. However, the disorder may arise secondary to general neuropathies, generalized neuromuscular diseases, muscular diseases, neoplasia either in the cervical (neck) region or the cranial mediastinum, or trauma. This acquired form occurs predominantly in middle-aged to old large breed or giant breed dogs such as the Labrador Retriever, golden retriever, Siberian Husky, Newfoundland, and St. Bernard. Usually these dogs are born with a normal larynx, but over time the nerves and muscles that control the laryngeal cartilages lose function. Laryngeal paralysis may also be congenital in some breeds (e.g. Bouvier des Flandres, Dalmatians, Siberian huskies, and bulldogs), appearing"
"wolves and dogs. The bark of a dingo is short and monosyllabic. The warning bark of a fox sounds much like a dog's, but generally the vocalization of foxes is higher and more drawn out than barks of other canids. There are non-canine species with vocalizations that are sometimes described as barking. Because the alarm call of the muntjac resembles a dog's bark, they are sometimes known as ""barking deer"". Eared seals are also known to bark. Prairie dogs employ a complex form of communication that involves barks and rhythmic chirps. A wide variety of bird species produce vocalizations that"
"balanced. Abyssinian Sand Terriers are fearless, loyal, and willing to please. Abyssinian Sand Terrier The Abyssinian Sand Terrier or African Hairless Dog is a breed of hairless dog. It can grow tall and weigh . Abyssinian Sand Terriers are hairless except for the skull and towards the end of the tail. However, some dogs are totally hairless. They come in bronze, elephant gray, grayish black, black, pale sandy, and mottled. Their ears are rose shaped. The Abyssinian Sand Terrier's head is broad in the skull with a long, tapered muzzle. The eyes are medium and almond shaped, but do not"
"hair was frequently mixed with mountain goat wool, feathers, and plant fibers to change the yarn quality and to extend the supply of fiber. Salish Wool Dog The Salish Wool Dog or Comox dog is an extinct breed of white, long-haired, Spitz-type dog that was developed and bred by the native peoples of what is now Washington and British Columbia. The Salish Wool Dog (or Woolly Dog) likely is the only known prehistoric North American dog developed by true animal husbandry. The small, long-haired wool dog and the coyote-like village dog were deliberately maintained as separate populations. The dogs were"
"in the ENC (""papillon"" to denote the erect ear and ""phalène"" to denote the dropped ear) is that toward the end of the 19th century, breed fanciers bred a version of the spaniel whose ears stood up. This dog was said to have been nicknamed ""papillon"" based on the impressively large, erect ears that resembled the wings of a butterfly. The drop-eared variety of the breed came to be called the Phalène (which means ""night moth""). Both types are still bred today and appear in the same litter. The papillon variety is much more common, although recently, the Phalène has"
"Congo, the Basenji is also known as ""dog of the bush"". The dogs are also known to the Azande of southern Sudan as . The word itself is the plural form of . In Swahili, another Bantu language, from East Africa, translates to 'wild dog'. Another local name is ""m’bwa m’kube m’bwa wamwitu"", or 'dog that jumps up and down', a reference to their tendency to jump straight up to spot their quarry. Originating on the continent of Africa, basenji-like dogs have lived with humans for thousands of years. Dogs resembling modern Basenjis, the Tesem, can be seen on stelae"
"2013. An American-led expedition collected breeding stock in villages in the Basankusu area of the Democratic Republic of Congo, in 2010. Basenjis are also registered with the UKC. The popularity of the Basenji in the United States, according to the American Kennel Club, has declined over the past decade, with the breed ranked 71st in 1999, decreasing to 84th in 2006, and to 93rd in 2011. Basenjis are small, short-haired dogs with erect ears, tightly curled tails and graceful necks. A Basenji's forehead is wrinkled, even more so when they are young or extremely excited. A Basenji's eyes are typically"
"in Paris still called the Papillon House. Marie Antoinette's dog was said to have descended from a very old drop-eared breed known as the Epagneul Nain, or Continental Dwarf/Toy Spaniel that appeared in church frescos and paintings as early as the 13th century. The Papillon is still officially referred to as the Epagneul Nain (ENC) in non-English-speaking countries. The name Squirrel Spaniel also has been used, most likely referring to an earlier standard in which the tail set is described as ""curling over the back as a squirrel's"". One version of the history of the two varieties of ear shape"
"Kyi-Leo The Kyi-Leo (pronounced ""ki"" as in ""kite"") is a small yet sturdy rare dog breed originating from the crossing of a Maltese and a Lhasa Apso. It is also known as a Maltese Lion dog, and is often confused with the lhasa-maltese hybrids or Lhatese. While the Kyi-Leo is officially classified as a particular breed or brand, the Lhatese remains a hybrid to cover mixes of the two other breeds. It was first introduced in the 1950s in the San Francisco Bay area by the accidental crossing of a Maltese and a Lhasa Apso. This produced a type of"
"Papillon dog The Papillon (, French for 'butterfly[-eared]'), also called the Continental Toy Spaniel, is a breed of dog, of the spaniel type. One of the oldest of the toy spaniels, it derives its name from its characteristic butterfly-like look of the long and fringed hair on the ears. A Papillon with dropped ears is called a (French for 'moth'). The small head is slightly rounded between the ears with a well-defined stop. The muzzle is somewhat short and thin, tapering to the nose. The dark, medium-sized, round eyes have thin, black rims, often extending at the junction of the"
"dingo in morphology apart from the dingo's greater height at the withers. Compared with other species in its genus, the New Guinea singing dog is described as relatively short-legged and broad-headed. These dogs have an average shoulder height of and weigh . They do not have rear dewclaws. The limbs and spine of the New Guinea singing dog are very flexible and they can spread their legs sideways to 90°, comparable to the Norwegian Lundehund. They can also rotate their front and hind paws more than domestic dogs, which enables them to climb trees with thick bark or branches that"
"Ecuadorian Hairless Dog The Ecuadorian Hairless Dog (in Spanish: Perro calvo dorado ecuatoriano) is a breed of hairless dog originated from Santa Elena Peninsula in Ecuador. It is now considered the rarest breed of the hairless dogs. This breed is characterized by an almost total absence of hair on the body and head. It is an elegant animal, with long legs and reaches a height of 15-18 inches. One of the curiosities of the Ecuadorian Hairless Dog is the absence of premolar teeth. The Ecuadorian Hairless Dog is a descendant of the Peruvian Hairless Dog; having its origins in the"
"that a dog with such faults should not be bred. The breed is noted for its perseverance on the hunt as well as a good nose and voice. Unusual for pack dogs, it is friendly and easy for humans to manage. The breed's ancestry was in the old Hound of Saintonge, which almost disappeared during the French Revolution, through the Gascon Saintongeois breed created by Count Joseph de Carayon-Latour in the mid-19th century.<ref name=""Clark/Brace""></ref> The Gascon Saintongeois hounds were crossbred with the Poitevin in the late 19th century to produce the Chien Français Blanc et Noir. The dogs were officially"
"Dog Show in Helsinki, Finland, and the Royal Invitational in Canada in 1998. Papillons also enjoy success today in competitive fields outside of conformation, including obedience and agility. Papillon dog The Papillon (, French for 'butterfly[-eared]'), also called the Continental Toy Spaniel, is a breed of dog, of the spaniel type. One of the oldest of the toy spaniels, it derives its name from its characteristic butterfly-like look of the long and fringed hair on the ears. A Papillon with dropped ears is called a (French for 'moth'). The small head is slightly rounded between the ears with a well-defined"
"It ideally lives in indoor settings and can be very patient when left alone for long hours at a time. Kyi-Leo The Kyi-Leo (pronounced ""ki"" as in ""kite"") is a small yet sturdy rare dog breed originating from the crossing of a Maltese and a Lhasa Apso. It is also known as a Maltese Lion dog, and is often confused with the lhasa-maltese hybrids or Lhatese. While the Kyi-Leo is officially classified as a particular breed or brand, the Lhatese remains a hybrid to cover mixes of the two other breeds. It was first introduced in the 1950s in the"
"Hound or African Lion Dog""simba inja"" in Ndebele, ""shumba imbwa"" in Shonabecause of its ability to keep a lion at bay while awaiting its master's arrival. The Khoikhoi people who lived in the Cape Peninsula when the Dutch began trading with the area during the mid 17th century, had a hunting dog which was described as ugly, but noted for its ferocity when acting as a guard dog. This dog measured approximately at the withers, with a lean but muscular frame. The ears have been described both as erect and hanging, but the most distinctive feature was the length of"
"and genetic research has been carried out on the species. Short-eared dog The short-eared dog (""Atelocynus microtis""), also known as the short-eared zorro and small-eared dog, is a unique and elusive canid species endemic to the Amazonian basin. This is the only species assigned to the genus Atelocynus. It has many names in the local languages where it is endemic, such as: ""cachorro-do-mato-de-orelha-curta"" in Portuguese, ""zorro de oreja corta"" in Spanish, ""nomensarixi"" in the Chiquitano language, and ""uálaca"" in Yucuna. Other names in Spanish are ""zorro ojizarco"", ""zorro sabanero"", ""zorro negro"". After the formation of the Isthmus of Panama in"
"dog that has been bred to hunt independently without many orders from the owner. The Porcelaine is also being bred in small numbers in Italy and used to hunt wild boar, however Italian indigenous hounds continue to be the preferred choice of local hunters. Porcelaine The Porcelaine is a breed of dog originating from France. It is believed to be the oldest of the French scent hounds. Its alternate name is the Chien de Franche-Comté, named after a French region bordering Switzerland. This caused some debate over the dog's origin, but it has been decided that it is a French"
"erect pointed ears, with a refined, pointed muzzle. The glossy coat was of average length, with guard hairs covering a thicker undercoat. Paws some what webbed and relatively large for the size of the dog. They were bred to be double jointed and gaited, enabling them to switch gaits as they moved through different terrain or heavy brush, as were all the aboriginal dogs of the North and South American continents. Like others of their group, they had a peculiar yodel. Foxy in appearance, their main distinction among dogs is their novel tail. Short, bushy and carried erect, it has"
"Bolivian Hairless Dog The Bolivian Hairless is an extremely rare breed of dog bred in Bolivia. These dogs are not recognized by any major Kennel Club such as the American Kennel Club, Canadian Kennel Club, United Kennel Club nor the Fédération Cynologique Internationale. These dogs are also called Bolivian Khalas. These dogs are rare but are found in Mexico through South and Central America rather than throughout North America. The Bolivian Hairless Dog is similar in appearance to the Mexican Hairless Dog as these dogs are similar in size and like the Mexican Hairless the Bolivian Hairless Dog ranges greatly"
"in the tombs of Egyptian pharaohs, sitting at the feet of their masters, looking just as they do today, with pricked ears and tightly curled tails. Dogs of this type were originally kept for hunting small game by tracking and driving the game into nets. Europeans first described the type of dog the Basenji breed derives from in 1895—in the Congo. These local dogs, which Europeans identified as a unique breed and called ""basenji,"" were prized by locals for their intelligence, courage, speed, and silence. An article published called The Intelligence of Dogs by Stanley Coren, Ph.D. questions this. It"