10 High-Maintenance Dog Breeds

Pomeranians:

Arctic sled dogs employed these little energy packages. Breeding lowered their size.

Shar-Peis:

By providing a slippery surface, they enable the Shar-Pei avoid prospective assailants.

Hounds: Afghan

Ancient Egyptian and Greek art has shown these gorgeous dogs for over 4,000 years.

chow chows

Chow Chows, known for their blue-black tongues, were utilized as hunting, guard, and sled dogs in ancient China.

Wolfhounds: Irish

Since 273 BC, these gentle giants have hunted wolves, boars, and deer. They were treasured by Irish aristocrats.

Dalmatians:

Dalmatians don't have spots at birth. They're born white and get their spots later.

Salukis:

Ancient Egyptians prized Salukis, one of the oldest dog breeds, and mummified them with their owners.

shih tzus

These lovely pups were sacred to Chinese rulers. They were commonly gifted to foreign dignitaries.

Good Danes:

Despite their massive size, Great Danes are gentle and friendly. Due to their friendliness, they're called "gentle giants".

Chins: Japanese

These little canines were carried in Japanese royalty's kimonos. They became known as "sleeve dogs."