61 dogs with pointed ears

#1 American Akita
#2 Norwegian Lundehund
#3 Australian Cattle Dog
#4 Finnish Lapphund
#5 Xoloitzcuintli
#6 Shiba Inu
#7 Siberian Husky
#8 Malinois
#9 Podengo Português
#10 Australian Kelpie
#11 Chihuahuas
#12 Bull Terrier
#13 Cirneco dell'Etna
#14 Berger de Picardy
#15 Japan Spitz
#16 Boston Terriers
#17 Rat Terrier
#18 Basenji
#19 Alaskan Malamute
#20 Australian Silky Terrier
#21 Wolfspitz
#22 Tamaskan

#23 Swedish Vallhund
#24 American Toy Terrier
#25 Norwegian Buhund
#26 Norwegian Elkhound
#27 Pomeranian
#28 Thai Ridgeback
#29 Pharaoh Hound
#30 Eurasians
#31 Czechoslovakian Wolfhound
#32 German Shepherd
#33 Schipperke
#34 Scottish Terriers
#35 Kishu
#36 Tervueren
#37 West Highland White Terrier
#38 Saarloos Wolfhound
#39 Greenland Dog
#40 Icelandic Dog
#41 Pariah Dog

#42 Canaan Dog
#43 Samoyed
#44 Laika
#45 Finnish Spitz
#46 Hokkaido
#47 Dutch Shepherd
#48 American Eskimo Dog
#49 Karelian Bear Dog
#50 Swedish Lapphund
#51 Podenco Ibicenco
#52 Alaskan Klee Klai
#53 Peruvian hairless dog
#54 Yorkshire Terrier
#55 Northern Inuit Dog
#56 Volpino Italiano
#57 Cairn Terriers
#58 Groenendael
#59 Prague Rattler
#60 Norwich Terriers
#61 Jämthund

#1 American Akita

Paradoxically, it originated in Japan, where it was primarily used as a hunting and guard dog. The animals are also considered trusting, calm and loyal. [2]

Fun fact: The Akita does have webbed toes, although it is generally considered to be rather afraid of water.

#2 Norwegian Lundehund

Was bred specifically to hunt parrots (Norwegian “Lunde”). In addition, the dogs are considered very active, loyal and energetic. [3]

Fun fact: The Norwegian Lundehund can also close its pointed ears to protect the ear canal. No other race has this ability.

#3 Australian Cattle Dog

Is related to the Australian dingo and is primarily used as a sheepdog. The dogs are also considered very alert, courageous and obedient. [4]

Fun fact: Australian Cattle Dog puppies are originally completely white. They only start to take on more color after around 6 weeks.

#4 Finnish Lapphund

Comes from Finland, where he was often used as a sheepdog and hunting dog. He is also very friendly, trusting and has protruding pointed ears. [5]

Fun fact: Since the Finnish Lapphund is also used to herd reindeer, legend has it that he is a servant of Santa Claus.

#5 Xoloitzcuintli

Comes from Mexico and belongs to the group of “naked dogs”. He is also known for his calm, alert and cheerful nature. He is also available in 3 different sizes. [6]

Fun fact: The Xoloitzcuintli has been misspelled and pronounced so frequently in the past that the abbreviation “Xolo” has been officially recognized.

#6 Shiba Inu

Looks like a fox due to its pointed ears and fur. The Japanese hunting dogs are also very friendly, charming and alert. [7]

Fun fact: As brave as the Shiba Inu may be when hunting, the animals are just as nostalgic when it comes to cutting their nails – a real “drama queen”.

#7 Siberian Husky

Until the invention of snowmobiles, it was primarily used as a sled dog and requires a very dominant master (“Alpha”). They are also considered to be very good-natured and sociable. [8]

Fun fact: Siberian Huskies have naturally blue eyes. Husky mixes, on the other hand, often have two different eye colors on the left and right.

#8 Malinois

It has its origins in Belgium, where it was primarily used as a sheepdog. They are considered very friendly, protective and also have long, pointed ears. [9]

Fun fact: The Malinois is favored by the military for all sorts of aerial missions. The dogs can even be trained so well that they jump out of the plane themselves while skydiving.

#9 Podengo Português

Comes in 3 different sizes and was primarily used as a hunting dog in its Portuguese homeland. He is considered good-natured, alert and active. [10]

Fun fact: The little four-legged friends' hair is naturally criss-crossed. What women would describe as a “bad hair day” is normal for these dogs.

#10 Australian Kelpie

Comes in a wide variety of coat colors and was primarily used as a sheepdog in Australia. The four-legged friends also have pointed ears and are considered intelligent and loyal. [11]

Fun fact: The Australian Kelpie needs to be kept busy to be happy. If that doesn't happen, the dogs will make themselves known by pinching their master's heel.

#11 Chihuahuas

With a body weight of around 2 kg, they are officially the smallest dogs in the world. They also live to be very old and are considered fearless, loving and lively. [12]

Fun fact: In the USA, large packs of wild Chihuahuas still live in some states today. Hard to imagine, but true – these dogs are capable of survival.

#12 Bull Terrier

Comes in two different sizes and originally comes from England. In addition, the dogs with their pointed ears are considered very active, trainable and protective. [13]

Fun fact: Although bull terriers are visually one of the most frightening dog breeds, in reality they are the exact opposite. The dogs are absolute clowns and super playful.

#13 Cirneco dell'Etna

It originated in Sicily and was named after the volcano (Italian “Etna”) that rests there. They are also considered to be very trusting, gentle and relatively rare.

Fun fact: The Cirneco dell'Etna was once, and in some cases still is, considered the “dog of the poor”. This also explains why the otherwise cute animals are among the 20 most unpopular dog breeds. [14]

#14 Berger de Picardy

Comes from France and has pointy ears and a beard. The dogs are also considered to be very friendly, gentle, persistent and loyal. [15]

Fun fact: The Berger de Picardie is the workaholic among dogs. Because they would prefer to be kept busy with work day and night.

#15 Japan Spitz

Has a relatively large amount of fur for its size and is primarily used as a guard and house dog in its Japanese homeland. They are also very obedient, proud and playful. [16]

Fun fact: Among dogs, the Japanese Spitz is the absolute “breed clown”. Because the animals repeat everything that makes others laugh.

#16 Boston Terriers

Not only does it stay small for life, but it also looks particularly cute with its big eyes and pointed ears. The dogs are also considered very sociable. [17]

Fun fact: A Boston Terrier named “Stubby” received more decorations than 99% of all soldiers in World War I. [18]

#17 Rat Terrier

Comes in two different sizes and keeps rodents out of the house and yard. The dogs are also considered to be very active, friendly and trusting. [19]

Fun fact: A single Rat Terrier was able to track down and kill 2,500 rats in an old barn within 7 hours. [20]

#18 Basenji

One of the oldest dog breeds in the world, originating in Central Africa. With his pointed ears he looks similar to a fox. They are also very curious and easy to care for. [21]

Fun fact: Basenjis naturally cannot bark. This breed will make you particularly popular with your neighbors.

#19 Alaskan Malamute

Still serves as a sled dog in Alaska today and is known for its incredible endurance. They are also considered very loyal, friendly and playful. [22]

Fun fact: Due to a lack of time and people, the Alaskan Malamute was sometimes used as a babysitter. Because they have a particularly strong bond with children.

#20 Australian Silky Terrier

They are popular as lap dogs and have very long hair and pointed ears. In addition, they are known for their easy care and cheerful nature. [23]

Fun fact: The Australian Silky Terrier has the exact same hair structure as a human. You therefore cannot visually distinguish dog hair from human hair.

#21 Wolfspitz

Paradoxically, it was primarily used as a sheepdog. The four-legged friends are also considered very obedient, playful and friendly. Their fur is also particularly soft. [24]

Fun fact: A shovel is almost part of the basic equipment for the Wolfsspitz. Because you will need these at the latest when you leave the dogs unattended in the garden – they love to dig.

#22 Tamaskan

Looks like a wolf, but has all the characteristics of a dog. This Finnish breed is considered to be particularly loyal, eager to work and also has pointed ears. [25]

Fun fact: At around 15 years, the Tamaskan is around twice as old as wild wolves. He is therefore ironically referred to as an “old hand”.

#23 Swedish Vallhund

Looks like a miniature wolf and served primarily as a sheepdog in its native Sweden. He is also considered very friendly, obedient and active. [26]

Fun fact: The Swedish Vallhund pinches the heels of cows while herding to show them the direction. At the same moment, the dogs also move to the side so as not to receive a kick. [27]

#24 American Toy Terrier

It looks similar to a bat with its large, pointed ears. The American dogs are also known for their friendliness, loyalty and alertness. [28]

Fun fact: The more attention the American Toy Terrier gets, the happier he is. For this reason, the dogs are often used in the circus.

#25 Norwegian Buhund

It has its origins in Norway, where it was primarily used as a sheepdog and guard dog. The dogs are also considered to be very courageous, friendly and energetic. [29]

Fun fact: Some of the dogs used to serve as nanny. Her playful yet protective and loyal nature makes her the ideal babysitter.

#26 Norwegian Elkhound

They naturally have a black muzzle and black pointed ears. The dogs can also be used universally and are considered courageous, loyal and playful. [30]

Fun fact: When they change their fur twice a year, the animals lose so much fur that you can almost fill a large garbage bag with it.

#27 Pomeranian

He is considered so trusting that he is also used as a therapy dog, among other things. The animals are also considered very happy, loving and active. [31]

Fun fact: Since Pomeranians naturally have a smiling facial expression, the dogs are considered particularly photogenic. A…