Global Dog Breed Attributes
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This dataset offers detailed characteristics for 97 unique dog breeds, providing valuable insights into their physical attributes and behavioural traits. It serves as a static resource, capturing essential information such as life expectancy, size, and various attribute ratings, making it a useful tool for diverse analytical and research purposes.
Columns
- Name: The unique name of the dog breed.
- min_life_expectancy: The minimum general life expectancy of the breed in years.
- max_life_expectancy: The maximum general life expectancy of the breed in years.
- min_height_male: The minimum height of male dogs of the breed.
- max_height_male: The maximum height of male dogs of the breed.
- min_height_female: The minimum height of female dogs of the breed.
- max_height_female: The maximum height of female dogs of the breed.
- min_weight_male: The minimum weight of male dogs of the breed.
- max_weight_male: The maximum weight of male dogs of the breed.
- min_weight_female: The minimum weight of female dogs of the breed.
- max_weight_female: The maximum weight of female dogs of the breed.
- good_with_children: A rating from 0 to 5 indicating how good the breed is with children (0 being low, 5 being very high).
- good_with_other_dogs: A rating from 0 to 5 indicating how good the breed is with other dogs.
- shedding: A rating from 0 to 5 representing the shedding level of the breed.
- grooming: A rating from 0 to 5 for the grooming needs of the breed.
- drooling: A rating from 0 to 5 for the drooling tendency of the breed.
- coat_length: A rating from 0 to 5 for the coat length of the breed.
- good_with_strangers: A rating from 0 to 5 indicating how good the breed is with strangers.
- playfulness: A rating from 0 to 5 for the playfulness of the breed.
- protectiveness: A rating from 0 to 05 for the protectiveness of the breed.
- trainability: A rating from 0 to 5 for the trainability of the breed.
Distribution
The dataset is provided as a CSV data file, specifically
dog_breeds.csv
, with a size of 7.18 kB. It is presented in a tabular structure, comprising 97 unique rows or records, with each row representing a distinct dog breed. All 23 columns within the dataset are 100% valid and contain no missing values.Usage
This dataset is ideal for various applications, including:
- Data analytics and visualisation to explore patterns and relationships between different dog breed attributes.
- Educational purposes for students and enthusiasts learning about canine characteristics.
- Supporting decision-making for prospective pet owners in selecting a suitable breed.
- Developing and testing machine learning models related to animal traits or breed identification.
Coverage
The dataset focuses on the characteristics of 97 unique dog breeds. It does not specify a particular geographic region or time range, providing a general overview of these breeds. The data is static, with an expected update frequency of never.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
- Data analysts and scientists: For descriptive analytics, predictive modelling, and data exploration.
- Pet owners and enthusiasts: To research and compare various dog breeds.
- Researchers: For studies in animal behaviour, genetics, or population characteristics.
- Educators: As a resource for teaching and learning about dog breeds and data handling.
- Software developers: For integrating dog breed information into applications or platforms.
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Attributes
Original Data Source:Global Dog Breed Attributes