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00:00 the leopard inches forward slowly,
00:02 approaching its prey step by step,
00:04 but inches further until it comes face to face with a dog?
00:08 (dog whining)
00:11 Why in the world would a perfectly chiseled killing machine
00:13 such as a leopard be scared of a small canine
00:16 and even sprint away from it?
00:18 Well, turns out dogs are good for more
00:20 than scaring away small kittens.
00:22 Now, they'll keep your house leopard free.
00:24 And that's not all man's best friend can do for you.
00:27 Today, we're gonna show you some amazing dog breeds
00:29 that are capable of doing things beyond your imagination.
00:32 Like the breeds perfectly capable of climbing trees,
00:35 a South Asian dog breed that's used by police
00:38 to keep wolves at bay,
00:39 and even a special breed that's actively used
00:41 to hunt actual lions.
00:43 Yep, you heard that right.
00:45 This guy's used to hunt down big cats.
00:47 Who would've figured?
00:48 All right, subscribe to Forever Green channel
00:51 and let's get started.
00:53 American Foxhound.
00:55 American Foxhound was a breed
00:57 that was used for fox hunting.
00:59 That's exactly what it sounds like, hunting foxes.
01:02 While this may sound cruel on the surface,
01:04 remember that fox hunting was an accepted activity
01:07 during colonial times
01:08 and it actually involved giving a fox a chance to escape.
01:12 The dogs would track them down over wide areas
01:14 while also making sure they didn't get too close
01:16 to their human masters,
01:17 which means even though they were used for killing,
01:20 the treatment of these dogs was not inhumane.
01:23 A more interesting tidbit about American Foxhounds
01:26 is that even though they look nothing alike,
01:28 you can still tell just by looking at one
01:30 that it's part of the hound family.
01:32 This group includes many different breeds,
01:34 including beagles, bloodhounds,
01:36 German short-haired pointers,
01:38 basset hound, dachshunds, and so on.
01:41 This is because they all have similar features
01:43 such as large floppy ears, strong bodies,
01:45 and intense stares since the dog is highly focused
01:48 at whatever or whoever it's chasing down.
01:51 Rhodesian Ridgeback.
01:54 Let's talk about the Rhodesian Ridgeback breed right now.
01:58 Two traits that make this breed so special
02:00 is their ability to work for hours and hours on end
02:03 and their easygoing yet attentive personalities.
02:06 They're especially helpful to farmers
02:08 who have to be outside in the fields all day.
02:10 The breed's power, stamina, and sheer size
02:13 make them perfect for running alongside large farm equipment
02:16 while also being able to scare off any animals
02:18 that might get too close.
02:20 Unlike some of the other dog breeds mentioned above,
02:22 the Rhodesian Ridgeback is not used for hunting purposes
02:25 or even retrieval of lost items on a beach.
02:28 Rather, this beautiful breed of dog
02:30 was originally bred to hunt down large game
02:32 that included lions back when Africa
02:34 was still home to these type of creatures.
02:37 Nowadays, they're mostly known as gentle giants
02:39 with owners who appreciate their loyalty
02:41 and affectionate nature towards humans
02:43 rather than their ability to protect homes from intruders.
02:47 Even though the Rhodesian Ridgeback
02:48 was bred to hunt lions,
02:50 they don't seem very fierce at all.
02:52 They're quite big in size,
02:53 so they still look intimidating even without trying,
02:57 but their personality is extremely sweet and kind.
03:00 It's not uncommon for these dogs
03:01 to get along with children of any age
03:04 or other household pets, including cats.
03:07 Carolean Bear Dogs.
03:09 Moving on to the Carolean Bear Dogs,
03:12 who have a history worth hearing.
03:14 Over in Finland, these dogs were bred to hunt
03:16 and kill all types of different animals,
03:18 including deer, bears, and even wolves.
03:22 These canines were especially known for their tenacity
03:24 and willingness to fight until the end
03:27 when it comes down to hunting down dangerous prey
03:30 that's much larger and stronger than them.
03:33 One thing that makes this breed stand out from others
03:35 is its thick coat made up of two layers,
03:38 which means that they make excellent companions
03:41 during both winter months as well as summertime
03:43 because they don't overheat like other dog breeds.
03:46 Who would when, you know, the weather gets hot?
03:49 This breed also has a natural instinct to pull sleds
03:52 or carts across long distances.
03:54 So if you want an outdoor activity with your canine friend,
03:58 then the Carolean Bear Dog is perfect for you.
04:00 Kangals.
04:03 With a bite force of 743 pounds per square inch,
04:07 a Kangal undoubtedly outstands a wolf
04:10 only having an average bite force
04:11 of 400 pounds per square inch
04:14 and is one of the fiercest dog breeds out there.
04:16 Consequently, they hold the post of the dog
04:19 with the strongest bite,
04:20 with their bite force three times that of the Doberman.
04:24 This Turkish dog breed is very loving,
04:26 but don't mistake that for timidity
04:28 as they would readily defend their owners and homes
04:30 against predators regardless of the size.
04:33 It's also good to note that these dogs
04:35 are very agile and fast,
04:37 reaching a top speed of 50 kilometers per hour.
04:40 As a guard dog, the Kangal is in charge of directing
04:42 and protecting livestock against wild animals
04:45 like lynx bears, wolves, and birds of prey.
04:49 While in the homes, they're very calm,
04:51 loving dogs that bond well with the family
04:53 and don't mind risking it all for the safety of their family.
04:56 St. Bernard.
04:58 The St. Bernard is yet another breed like the Labradors
05:03 that were used as assistants for fishermen
05:05 due to their high energy levels
05:07 and need for outdoor environment.
05:09 In addition to being a natural helper
05:10 that can be relied upon in an emergency situation,
05:13 the saints are also known for their kind
05:15 and gentle personalities.
05:17 It's been said that these dogs were a big help
05:19 to injured climbers after a devastating avalanche
05:22 in Switzerland in 1816.
05:24 Many of them lost their lives trying to save others
05:26 by bringing water from nearby lakes and streams
05:29 up to the mountain pass where they were lying unconscious.
05:33 Pakistani Bakyarikuda.
05:34 The Pakistani Bakyarikuda breed
05:37 is not like most other breeds out there,
05:39 and this is only because they're used
05:41 by the Pakistani police force as guard dogs.
05:44 They were bred specifically for this purpose,
05:46 so that's why they have such a striking appearance,
05:49 which includes long legs, a muscular body,
05:52 and uniquely shaped ears.
05:53 They're also considered to be one of the best guard dogs
05:56 in Pakistan since they can easily scare away any criminal
05:59 without hurting them, even though their training
06:01 has taught them to do otherwise.
06:03 The Bakyarikuda breed is also famous
06:05 for hunting wolves and boars.
06:07 Their strength is just enough to be protective
06:09 of their owners and fight off giant predators,
06:12 the perfect companion for a wildlife enthusiast.
06:15 Dogo Argentino.
06:17 From one South American dog to another,
06:20 we move on to a dog that was bred in Argentina, obviously.
06:24 This big, muscular type of dog was bred
06:26 to pursue big games like wild boars, puma,
06:30 and other predators of the Amazon.
06:32 These guys are also called Argentinian mastiffs
06:35 or Dogo Argentina.
06:36 Whichever way you choose to call them,
06:38 there's no denying that these guys are very strong,
06:40 intelligent, and can respond to any case
06:43 of a security emergency.
06:44 Generally, Dogo Argentinos are pack hunting dogs,
06:47 meaning a pack of more than three
06:49 will take almost any wild animal.
06:51 Since they've been bred to hunt, chase,
06:53 and catch wild animals,
06:54 they have powerful lung capacities.
06:57 In addition to that, they're highly active,
06:59 muscular, and have a sharp sense of smell
07:01 for tracking a scent.
07:03 Their characteristics are ideal to endure long trips
07:05 in any weather condition or chase after prey
07:08 over long distances.
07:10 Airedale Terrier.
07:12 Finally, we can move on to the Airedale Terrier.
07:15 At first glance, it may seem like this breed
07:17 is nothing special because they're not as big
07:20 as some of the other dogs and don't have any special powers
07:23 that make them stand out.
07:25 However, they were part of a very important
07:27 search and rescue team that saved many lives
07:30 during World War II and beyond.
07:32 The massive destruction caused by bombs
07:34 meant that there were numerous people trapped under debris
07:37 who couldn't escape until these terriers went in
07:40 and dug them out.
07:41 This was such an important job
07:43 for all members of the dog community.
07:45 So even though it was dangerous at times,
07:47 several Airedale Terriers put their own safety on the line
07:51 to save lives.
07:52 For this reason, these dogs are often referred to
07:55 as the storm dogs,
07:56 and they're definitely the perfect breed to have around
07:59 during times of hardship.
08:00 They're even used today to sniff out species of animals
08:03 that might be in danger and live in areas
08:05 that humans could potentially destroy.
08:07 For example, forests and coastlines.
08:10 Even if you don't live near a forest or coastline,
08:12 having an Airedale Terrier is still beneficial
08:15 because they can help keep pests such as rodents
08:17 away from your house.
08:19 So it's like killing two birds with one stone.
08:21 During this time period,
08:23 Airedale's caught on with law enforcement agencies
08:25 because of their usefulness in sniffing out drugs
08:28 and catching animals.
08:29 So they've continued to be used today.
08:32 But what makes one dog better than another
08:34 when it comes to police work?
08:35 Tree Walker Coonhound.
08:37 Lastly, we have the Tree Walker Coonhound,
08:40 which can climb trees.
08:42 In fact, they were bred to hunt raccoons
08:44 and other small prey by going up and down trees.
08:47 And because they're so fast,
08:49 Tree Walker Coonhounds can actually climb trees faster
08:52 than we could ever imagine.
08:53 But hunters realized that these dogs were able to go
08:56 into places that simply weren't safe for humans,
08:59 which meant that they needed the right training
09:01 in case there was a dangerous animal like a bear
09:03 or another large predator around.
09:05 And because raccoons can be just as dangerous,
09:08 if not more, Tree Walker Coonhounds needed less training
09:11 than other dogs to make sure they were safe for future hunts.
09:15 Fila Brasileiro.
09:17 As the name hints on,
09:19 the Fila Brasileiro is a dog breed
09:21 that originated from Brazil.
09:23 They are believed to be the oldest dog breed in Brazil.
09:26 They're also thought to be the result of a crazy cross
09:28 between a Portuguese Mastiff, English Mastiff, Bloodhound,
09:32 and an Old English Bulldog.
09:34 The result is an iconic dog with the best of all worlds,
09:37 a strong muscular appearance with an unmatched loyalty.
09:40 They are choice guard dogs with large sizes,
09:43 strong bodies, aggression,
09:45 ability to track scent, to catch prey, and humans.
09:48 Consider them the all-around security dog.
09:51 Of course, all these amazing qualities wouldn't come
09:53 with a bit of resentment from people who can't stand a dog
09:56 being so darn good at its job.
09:58 Fila Brasileiro has been labeled a dangerous dog to keep
10:02 because of its aggression and intolerance of strangers.
10:06 After the European colonizers came to Brazil
10:08 around the 16th century,
10:10 they used these dogs to safeguard their plantation
10:12 and also chase after absconding slaves.
10:15 Because they were so good at tracking down slaves,
10:17 their popularity soared among the slave
10:20 and plantation owners.
10:21 Okay, since we've told you about the meaning
10:23 of the last part of its name,
10:25 why don't we talk a little bit about the first part?
10:28 The term fila or filar means to hold, arrest, or grab.
10:32 Therefore, they were also used to catch animals
10:34 without hurting them and would wait
10:36 until their master arrived.
10:38 So, you see that this dog received its name
10:40 from its hunting and chasing ability,
10:42 as well as where the aggressive stigma came from.
10:45 Siberian Husky.
10:47 Huskies are known for their intense death stares.
10:50 Their history will explain everything about their stature
10:53 and cold hard vibes.
10:55 The Siberian Husky was a breed that was used
10:57 to herd reindeer in the Arctic regions
10:59 of Northern Asia and Siberia.
11:01 It's been said that these dogs have been around
11:03 for more than 2,000 years,
11:05 but it wasn't until 1909 when they were brought to Alaska
11:09 by coal miners who worked on the Alaskan Railroad.
11:12 This is where their popularity as sled dogs
11:14 started to take off because they eventually became
11:17 the number one choice of professional mushers
11:19 looking for a reliable companion.
11:22 In addition, these dogs can also be seen at dog races
11:25 where sleds are pulled along snow and ice trails.
11:28 Lugotto Raminolo.
11:30 Now, onto the Lugotto Raminolo
11:33 and how it can sniff out something delicious, truffles.
11:37 It's a very popular dog in Italy
11:39 and it's known for its protective nature
11:41 and upbeat personality.
11:42 The dog also looks very alert
11:44 and that's because it is while they're on the hunt
11:46 for anything edible since their sense of smell is so acute,
11:49 which makes them perfect for searching out truffles.
11:52 Amazingly, their sense of smell is even more prominent
11:55 than a dog breed from the hound family,
11:57 which means they're the best at finding truffles.
11:59 Yorkshire Terrier.
12:02 Now we can move on to the Yorkshire Terrier,
12:05 a fierce little breed that was used
12:07 for a nasty task in the past.
12:09 The Yorkshire Terrier's job was to go into mines
12:11 and carefully sniff out rats
12:13 that were living within the mine.
12:15 Now, the miners would then kill all these rats with poison,
12:18 which wasn't exactly safe for these little dogs,
12:20 but they did it anyway in case there was something big
12:23 like a badger in the area.
12:25 And besides that, they were also used
12:26 by some military groups who came to believe
12:29 that they could prevent gas attacks
12:30 due to their adorable appearance.
12:33 German Shepherd.
12:34 German Shepherds are pretty,
12:37 but their history as an anti-tank dog is quite disturbing.
12:40 In the Second World War,
12:42 this breed was used as an anti-tank dog
12:44 and each dog had a bomb strapped to his body.
12:47 It was first used during Operation Barbarossa,
12:50 and it was very successful
12:52 at killing Russian tanks and other vehicles.
12:55 But because this wasn't an easy mission,
12:57 only 10 out of around 30 dogs survived
12:59 after completing their mission,
13:01 which means that they were definitely heroic.
13:04 Their purpose was to run under the enemy vehicle
13:06 and explode while also blowing up the vehicle
13:08 in the process.
13:10 They were usually used against tanks during wartime,
13:12 but they can be trained to sniff out drugs, bombs,
13:15 missing people, or even track other animals
13:17 like bears or moose if you live in an area
13:20 that has this type of wildlife.
13:21 Great Danes.
13:23 Great Danes are very respectful dogs,
13:27 but did you know that they were used to hunt wild boars?
13:30 It may seem odd that a dog synonymous
13:32 with being lazy and sleeping all the time
13:34 could have any hunting skills,
13:36 but it just goes to show how smart these dogs are.
13:39 To hunt wild boars,
13:40 Great Danes need to be super alert at all times,
13:43 since one wrong move can cause them serious injury
13:46 or even death.
13:48 They're easily some of the biggest dogs out there,
13:50 so they have an advantage when it comes
13:51 to knocking down prey using their size alone.
13:55 But if you think this is enough, think again.
13:57 A lot of training goes into it.
13:59 Tibetan Mastiff.
14:01 Next up, we got the Tibetan Mastiff.
14:04 Tibetan Mastiffs were bred to protect livestock
14:07 against animals like leopards, wolves, and other predators.
14:10 It might also be of interest for you to know
14:12 that these guys were used for hunting
14:14 some of the wild animals I mentioned earlier.
14:16 What's the first animal that comes to mind
14:18 when you see these dogs?
14:20 No, it's not an old woman in a winter jacket,
14:22 although they have old-looking eyes.
14:25 It's a lion.
14:26 The Tibetan Mastiff have a bunch of fur around their neck,
14:29 making them look like a lion.
14:31 Their under fur is perfect for them
14:33 to handle all kinds of weather.
14:35 However, you don't want to keep a Tibetan Mastiff
14:37 in very hot climates without making provisions
14:39 for some air conditioning.
14:41 Did I mention that they're also
14:42 one of the most expensive dog breeds?
14:44 So you see where I'm going with this.
14:46 Overall, the Tibetan Mastiff is very competent,
14:49 brave, and an adorable watchdog.
14:51 Look, one of them took on two wolves in a food competition,
14:54 and won, pretty impressive.
14:57 Talk about getting your money's worth.
14:59 Borible.
15:00 Moving on to the next dog, we got the Borible.
15:03 These are dogs that are often referred to
15:05 as the farmer's dog for their usefulness
15:07 in protecting against wild and dangerous animals.
15:10 Little rodents aren't safe with this bad boy around either.
15:13 They are South Africa's version of the Mastiff family.
15:16 In fact, its name Borible is Afrikaans for farmer's dog.
15:20 They're also known for their aggression,
15:22 strength, and muscularity.
15:23 They were first introduced to South Africa
15:25 by the founder of Cape Town, Jan van Riebeck.
15:29 And since then, they've earned a reputation
15:31 as a ferocious working dog
15:32 that makes for a great pet dog as well.
15:35 They've been said to be the most agile
15:36 of the Mastiff family.
15:38 To date, these dogs are still being used in South Africa
15:41 to defend homesteads from hyenas, lions,
15:44 and other wild animals.
15:45 Boribles are also one of the fighting dogs,
15:48 and when they fight, they're prone to pulling and chewing.
15:51 Amazingly, there's been a report that one Borible dog
15:53 is enough to take down a leopard.
15:55 Now that's something I'd like to see.
15:57 By personality, they're quiet, confident,
15:59 overly protective, and very courageous.
16:02 They don't do too well with other dogs
16:04 and are suspicious of strangers.
16:07 The Great Pyrenees.
16:08 This is what the Great Pyrenees offers you
16:11 as a shepherd dog, protection against predators,
16:14 even against a grizzly bear.
16:16 They are another dog breed that has its origin
16:19 clearly spelled in their names.
16:21 This dog breed comes from the mountains of the Pyrenees,
16:23 where they're entrusted with the job of keeping livestock,
16:26 especially sheep, safe.
16:28 But their patience and calm nature mean
16:30 that they also make for excellent livestock guardians.
16:33 Nowadays, they become popular farm guard dogs
16:36 that work great with smaller animals
16:38 and switch to being aggressive
16:39 when predators and trespassers are involved.
16:42 Along with being alert, calm, and defensive,
16:45 these dogs have a nocturnal nature,
16:47 which allows them to watch over livestock night and day.
16:50 They're amazing dogs to keep
16:51 as they are very friendly and protective.
16:54 However, they should be owned by people
16:56 living in colder regions because of their thick fur coats.
16:59 But you could own them wherever you want,
17:01 as long as you're ready to provide
17:02 the right air-conditioned environment.
17:04 All right, comment below which of these dog breeds
17:07 with weird jobs and skills you found the most interesting.
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