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Breed Specific Dog Data
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This dataset provides detailed information about various dog breeds, offering insights into their characteristics, origins, and common attributes. It aims to be a valuable resource for anyone passionate about dogs, enhancing understanding of these wonderful creatures. The dataset includes key facts such as breed name, country of origin, typical lifespan, physical measurements, and distinctive traits.
Columns
- Breed: The specific name of the dog breed.
- Country of Origin: The country where the dog breed originated.
- Fur Color: The typical colour or colours of the breed's fur.
- Height (in): The average height of the breed, measured in inches.
- Color of Eyes: The typical colour or colours of the breed's eyes.
- Longevity (yrs): The average lifespan of the breed, in years.
- Character Traits: Descriptions of the breed's common behavioural and personality characteristics.
- Common Health Problems: A list of health issues frequently observed in the breed.
Distribution
The dataset is provided in a CSV format, named 'dog_breeds.csv', with a file size of 17.74 kB. It contains 8 columns, all of which are valid with no mismatched or missing entries across 117 records.
- Breed: Features 103 unique breed names, with 'Australian Shepherd' being the most common, representing 3% of entries.
- Country of Origin: Lists 27 unique countries, with 'England' as the most frequent origin, accounting for 21% of records.
- Fur Color: Includes 69 unique fur colour combinations, with 'White' being the most common at 8%.
- Height (in): Shows 67 unique height ranges, with '10-12' inches being the most common at 7%.
- Color of Eyes: Presents 4 unique eye colour combinations, predominantly 'Brown' at 92%.
- Longevity (yrs): Contains 15 unique lifespan ranges, with '12-15' years being the most frequent at 38%.
- Character Traits: Describes 38 unique combinations of character traits, with 'Intelligent, energetic, playful, good-natured' appearing most often at 43%.
- Common Health Problems: Details 30 unique health problem sets, with 'Dental problems, eye issues, skin allergies' being the most common at 50%.
Usage
This dataset is ideal for:
- Dog enthusiasts looking to learn more about different breeds.
- Researchers studying animal characteristics and breed-specific data.
- Application developers creating platforms or tools related to pet care and breed selection.
- Individuals seeking to understand common health issues or character traits before acquiring a dog.
Coverage
The dataset covers a diverse range of 117 dog breeds from various countries of origin, including popular ones like England and Germany. It details attributes such as height, longevity, fur colour, and eye colour, alongside character traits and common health problems specific to each breed. There is no specific time range for the data, as it describes general breed characteristics.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
- Pet Owners: To better understand their current or prospective dog's breed.
- Breeders: For reference on breed standards, health, and characteristics.
- Veterinarians: To anticipate and understand breed-specific health predispositions.
- Data Scientists/Analysts: For studies on animal demographics, health trends, or trait correlations.
- Educational Institutions: As a resource for zoology or animal studies programmes.
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Attributes
Original Data Source: Breed Specific Dog Data
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