Canine terminology in this article refers only to dog terminology, specialized terms describing the characteristics of various external parts of the domestic dog, as well as terms for structure, movement, and temperament. This terminology is not typically used for any of the wild species or subspecies of wild wolves, foxes, coyotes, dholes, jackals or the basal caninae. Dog terminology is often specific to each breed or type of dog. Breed standards use this terminology in the description of the ideal external appearance of each breed, although similar characteristics may be described with different terms in different breeds.
The Dalmatian's coat is one of the more widely recognized markings.
The German Wirehaired Pointer's coat demonstrates a rough texture.
Golden Retriever
The Basset Hound's ears are extremely long drop ears.
The Afghan Hound is a hound distinguished by its thick, fine, silky coat, and a tail with a ring curl at the end. The breed originates in the cold mountains of Afghanistan. Its local name is Sag-e Tāzī or Tāžī Spay. Other names for this breed are Tāzī, Balkh Hound, Baluchi Hound, and Barakzai Hound.
Afghan Hound in light cream coat
The Afghan Hound depicted on a postage stamp from Afghanistan (1962)
Young dog. Many individuals have a black facial mask.
Light cream coated Afghan Hound
