The Breeds Of SSA

(Survival Scenarios &

Apocalyptic)
This is the list to educate & explain to people about why they should think twice before making conclusions
of what domestic dog breeds they should choose for survival scenarios & apocalyptic. This list will be best
for EMP Attack, Pandemic, Wildlife Encounters, FOS(Fall Of Society), Great Depression, Natural Disaster &
Civil Warfare.

SHTF
(Shit Hits The Fan)
Why You Should Think About It!
- Health
- Behavior
- Conditions
- Ticks
- Trainability
- Viruses & Sicknesses
QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF?
• Do I have Weapons Or Firearms?
Do I need a dog?
Do I have people in their Senior age?
Do I have children?
Do I have the proper training?
Do I have other dogs or pets?
Do I have allergic reactions?
Do I have certain health conditions?
Do I have intensions to be alone going into these situations?
10.American Beagle
GREAT TRACKERS!
• The beagle is a breed of small hound that is similar in appearance to the much
larger foxhound. The beagle is a scent hound, developed primarily for hunting
hare. The breed has a great sense of smell, this results to a lot of beagles being
great hunters and are well suited for search & rescue.
Life expectancy: 12 – 15 years
• Temperament: Amiable, Excitable, Intelligent, Determined, Even Tempered,
Gentle
• Weight: Male: 22–24 lbs (10–11 kg), Female: 20–22 lbs (9–10 kg)
• Colors: Lemon & White, White & Tan, Tri-color, Chocolate Tri, White &
Chocolate, Orange & White, Red & White
• Height: Male: 14–16 inches (36–41 cm), Female: 13–15 inches (33–38 cm)
American Beagle Health
• The most common health problems associated with Beagles are
obesity, epilepsy, allergies, cherry eye, and hypothyroidism,
conditions, which can be treated/managed by your local veterinarian.
If properly cared for, Beagles have an average life expectancy of 12 to
15 years.
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Beagle
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9. Cairn Terrier
ENERGETIC & ALERT!

• The Cairn Terrier is one of the oldest terrier breeds, originating in the Scottish
Highlands and recognized as one of Scotland's earliest working dogs. The breed was
given the name Cairn because the breed's function was to hunt and chase quarry
between the cairns in the Scottish highlands. With proper training, they can be
excellent watch dogs. They’re great for households with children & love to play. They
do have long hair for their size so ticks must be detected if they’re on your terrier.
Life expectancy: 12 – 15 years
• Litter size: 2-10
• Temperament: Intelligent, Hardy, Fearless, Assertive, Active, Gay
• Weight: Male: 13–18 lbs (6–8 kg), Female: 13–18 lbs (6–8 kg)
• Colors: Black, Brindle, Cream, Grey, Wheaten, Red
Cairn Terrier Health
• Cairn Terriers are fairly healthy, but they can be affected by several
genetic health problems. Many small dog breeds, including the Cairn,
suffer from Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease (LCPD), a bone disorder that
requires surgery, and portosystemic shunts, a liver defect that also
requires surgical correction.
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8. Labrador Retriever
GUIDE & TRACKING!
• The Labrador Retriever, Labrador, or Lab is a medium-large breed of retriever-gun
dog. The Labrador is the most popular breed of dog in many countries around the
world. These dogs were used in Vietnam to search for missing pilots or detect
Vietnamese soldiers. This breed is well suited for guide work for the blind.
• Life expectancy: 10 – 12 years
• Origin: Newfoundland
• Weight: Male: 64–79 lbs (29–36 kg), Female: 55–71 lbs (25–32 kg)
• Temperament: Kind, Intelligent, Agile, Outgoing, Trusting, Even Tempered, Gentle
• Height: Male: 22–24 inches (57–62 cm), Female: 22–24 inches (55–60 cm)
• Colors: Black, Chocolate, Yellow
Labrador Retriever Health
• The Labrador breed has a lifespan of 10 to 12 years. Some of the
general health conditions that afflict Labradors are patellar luxation,
canine hip dysplasia (CHD), and osteochondritis dissecans (OCD),
which is canine elbow and shoulder dysplasia.
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7. Airedale Terrier
SECURITY & BRAVE!
• The Airedale Terrier, also called Bingley Terrier and Waterside Terrier, is a
dog breed of the terrier type that originated in the valley of the River Aire,
in the West Riding of Yorkshire, England. It is traditionally called the "King of
Terriers" because it is the largest of the terrier breeds. Airedale Terriers are
great guard dogs. They are boisterous and brave and will gladly take on any
aggressor. In the past they were used as police and security dogs.
• Life expectancy: 10 – 12 years
• Temperament: Intelligent, Outgoing, Alert, Confident, Friendly, Courageous
• Height: Female: 22–23 inches (56–59 cm), Male: 23–24 inches (58–61 cm)
• Weight: Female: 40–44 lbs (18–20 kg), Male: 51–64 lbs (23–29 kg)
Airedale Terrier Health
• The Airedale Terrier, which has an average lifespan of 10 to 13 years,
sometimes suffers from colonic disease. Other serious health issues
this breed is prone to include canine hip dysplasia (CHD), gastric
torsion, and hypothyroidism.
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6. Miniature Schnauzer

• The Miniature Schnauzer is a breed of small dog of the Schnauzer type that
originated in Germany in the mid-to-late 19th century. Miniature Schnauzers are
generally well-mannered and fun-loving dogs that make great additions to most
families. They are loyal companions who are playful, curious, and alert, and love to
be the center of attention. Also though their small size may make potential owners
view them as lap dogs, they really aren’t. They are great for killing pests such as rats
or rodents.
Life expectancy: 12 – 15 years
• Temperament: Obedient, Intelligent, Spirited, Fearless, Alert, Friendly
• Weight: Female: 12–18 lbs (5.4–8.2 kg), Male: 12–20 lbs (5.4–9.1 kg)
• Colors: Black, White, Salt & Pepper, Black & Silver
• Height: Female: 12–14 inches (30–36 cm), Male: 12–14 inches (30–36 cm)
Miniature Schnauzer Health
• Miniature Schnauzers can suffer from health problems that include
allergies, epilepsy, diabetes and pancreatitis. The most common
genetic problem in the breed is a strong tendency to form different
types of bladder stones, usually struvite or calcium oxalate stones.
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5. Dobermann Pinscher
VERSITILE!
• The Dobermann, or Doberman Pinscher in the United States and Canada, is a
medium-large breed of domestic dog that was originally developed around 1890 by
Karl Friedrich Louis Dobermann, a tax collector from Germany. The Dobermann has a
long muzzle. It stands on its pads and is not usually heavy-footed. A Dobermann’s bite
force is 228 per square inch! Very important to start early socialization & training.
• Life expectancy: 10 – 13 years
• Colors: White, Black, Fawn, Red, Black & Rust, Fawn & Rust, Blue, Red & Rust, Blue &
Rust
• Temperament: Energetic, Obedient, Intelligent, Fearless, Loyal, Alert, Confident
• Height: Male: 26–28 inches (66–72 cm), Female: 24–27 inches (61–68 cm)
• Weight: Male: 88–99 lbs (40–45 kg), Female: 71–77 lbs (32–35 kg)
Dobermann Pinscher Health
• Doberman Pinschers are susceptible to bacterial and viral infections — the same
ones that all dogs can get — such as parvo, rabies, and distemper. Many of these
infections are preventable through vaccination, which we will recommend based
on the diseases we see in our area, her age, and other factors. The Doberman
Pinscher has a lifespan of 10 to 12 years. Wobbler's syndrome, cervical vertebral
instability (CVI), and cardiomyopathy are some serious health problems affecting
Dobermans; some minor diseases seen in this breed of dog include canine hip
dysplasia (CHD), osteosarcoma, von Willebrand's disease (vWD), demodicosis,
and gastric torsion. Albinism, narcolepsy, hypothyroidism, and progressive retinal
atrophy (PRA) are occasionally seen in Dobermans, while the Blue Doberman is
more prone to hair loss. To identify some of these issues, a veterinarian may run
cardiac, eye, hip, and DNA tests.
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4. Boston Terrier
WATCHFUL!
• The Boston Terrier is a breed of dog originating in the United States of
America. This "American Gentleman" was accepted in 1893 by the
American Kennel Club as a non-sporting breed. Color and markings
are important when distinguishing this breed from the AKC standard.
Life expectancy: 13 – 15 years
• Mass: 10 – 25 lbs
• Height: 15 – 17 in. (At the withers)
• Temperament: Lively, Intelligent, Friendly
• Colors: Black & White, Brindle & White, Seal & White
Boston Terrier Health
• Unfortunately, breeders deliberately breed these dogs to be
deformed, with a short face and domed head. As such, they suffer
more than their share of health problems – not only with their
breathing, but also eye diseases, epilepsy, cancer, joint diseases, heart
disease, and more. Prone to issues like cataracts, cherry eye, heart
murmurs, and deafness.
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3. Rhodesian Ridgeback
• The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a dog breed bred in the Southern Africa region. Its
forebears can be traced to the ridged hunting dogs of the Khoikhoi, which were
crossed with European dogs by the early colonists of the Cape Colony of
southern Africa. Wikipedia
• Life expectancy: 10 – 12 years
• Temperament: Mischievous, Strong Willed, Intelligent, Dignified, Loyal, Sensitive
• Height: Female: 24–26 inches (61–66 cm), Male: 25–27 inches (63–69 cm)
• Weight: Female: 64–75 lbs (29–34 kg), Male: 79–90 lbs (36–41 kg)
• Colors: Red Wheaten, Light Wheaten, Wheaten
• Origin: Rhodesia, South Africa, Zimbabwe
. Rhodesian Ridgeback Health
• Ridgebacks can suffer from several kinds of cancer, most notably mast
cell tumors. Hip dysplasia and elbow dysplasia can also affect dogs of
this breed, as well as eye problems including cataracts, progressive
retinal atrophy, and entropion.
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Ridgeback
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2. South African Mastiff
FIERCE GAURDIANS!
• The Boerboel, is a large, mastiff-type dog from South Africa with a black
mask and a short coat. This dog breed is large with a strong bone
structure and well developed muscles. Its head appears blocky with a
short length between the stop and nose.

Life expectancy: 10 – 12 years

• Origin: South Africa
• Temperament: Obedient, Intelligent, Confident, Dominant, Territorial
• Colors: Black, Brindle, Piebald, Fawn, Cream, Mahogany, Brown, Red
• Weight: Male: 140–200 lbs (65–90 kg), Female: 110–140 lbs (50–65 kg)
South African Mastiff Health
• Hip dysplasia.
• Elbow dysplasia.
• Heart disease.
• Ectropion (eyelids sag outward)
• Entropion (eyelids roll inward)
• Vaginal hyperplasia.
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Mastiff
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1. European German Shepherd
INTELLIGENT & POWERFUL!
• The German Shepherd is a breed of medium to large-sized working dog that originated in
Germany. In the English language, the breed's officially recognized name is German
Shepherd Dog. German Shepherds are obedient, making them easier to train compared to
other dog breeds. Not only do German Shepherd perform well in task training, obedience
training wouldn't be any problem for them as well. They will listen and obey to your
commands.
• Life expectancy: 9 – 13 years
• Origin: Germany
• Weight: Male: 66–88 lbs (30–40 kg), Female: 49–71 lbs (22–32 kg)
• Temperament: Obedient, Intelligent, Curious, Loyal, Alert, Confident, Watchful, Courageous
• Colors: Black, Sable, Black & Tan, Red & Black, Grey, Black & Silver
• Height: Male: 24–26 inches (60–65 cm), Female: 22–24 inches (55–60 cm)
German Shepherd Health
• Hip Dysplasia.
• Elbow Dysplasia.
• Bloat.
• Epilepsy.
• Hemophilia.
• Diabetes.
• Cataracts.
• Degenerative Disc Disease.
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