Black and white dogs became particularly popular thanks to the film “101 Dalmatians”. There are also a variety of other dogs with this coat pattern.
Apart from color, these breeds have little in common. Many of these four-legged friends are also available in other color combinations.
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#1 Dalmatian
The Dalmatian is a black and white dog from Croatia. He was previously used as a protection dog for carriage horses. The versatile dog is also suitable as a guard or hunting dog.
The spotted four-legged friend really became known through the novel and film “101 Dalmatians”. The beautiful animals need a lot of attention and a lot of exercise. [1]
Fun fact: Did you know that none of these dogs' spots are the same? Their spots are as unique as our bipeds’ fingerprints.
#2 Siberian Husky
The Siberian Husky is a black and white dog from the USA. The Spitz dog breed is suitable as a sled, rescue or family dog. Huskies are freedom-loving by nature.
This is particularly evident in the fact that they like to escape and jump over high fences. The animals are not suitable as guard dogs because they are very friendly and hardly bark. [2]
Fun fact: Don't get excited too soon. This Nordic dog breed rarely barks, but instead howls like wild wolves.
#3 Boston Terriers
The Boston Terrier is an easy-to-train, sweet four-legged friend from the USA. The black and white dog gets along very well with children, dogs and strangers. [3]
The playful dogs are ideal play partners for children. In general, they need a lot of attention and like to play the clown. They are ideal for beginners and the apartment.
Fun fact: During World War I, Boston Terriers were used to track down spies. An American example even managed to be appointed sergeant after the war. He also received several awards for his service.
#4 Landseer
The Landseer is a Canadian four-legged friend. It is one of the black and white dog breeds and is similar to the Newfoundland dog. When fully grown, the four-legged friend weighs up to 68 kg. [4]
Despite their size, the four-legged friends are perfect swimmers. They are very protective of their family but get along well with children and other dogs.
Fun fact: These dogs love water so much that they never miss an opportunity to go swimming in a pool.
#5 Border Collie
The Border Collie is a black and white dog breed. It is a long-haired German Shepherd dog and is one of the most popular and intelligent breeds in the world. [5]
Border Collies are very lively and stubborn. They love sports and make great jogging partners. You need to be mentally and physically stressed every day.
Fun fact: Compared to other breeds, these dogs are particularly intelligent. They can remember more than 1,000 different names, make excellent herding dogs, learn to skateboard, and even roll down a manual sliding window.
#6 Tibetan Terrier
The Tibetan Terrier comes from China. There, the black and white dog is still considered sacred and a “good luck charm”. Primarily it is a working and sheepdog. [6]
The four-legged friend is reserved towards strangers. He tends to bark deeply and has particularly large (snow) paws. He gets along well with children and other animals.
Fun fact: The Tibetan Terrier is actually not a real terrier at all. Because he was not bred as a hunting dog, but as a domestic dog.
#7 American Staffordshire Terrier
The Staffy is a black and white dog from the USA. He is one of the top 85 most popular dogs worldwide. By nature he is loyal, persistent and self-confident. [7]
The impressive dog gets along well with strange dogs. He is an ideal family and watchdog. Since it was previously considered a fighting dog, there are stricter guidelines for keeping it.
Fun fact: These dogs are said to literally never be afraid. They are only very afraid of loneliness.
#8 Bobtail
The Bobtail is a loving, clever dog from England. The black and white dogs got their name because their tails used to be cut into a “bob”. [8]
However, these days this is forbidden. Bobtails have a strong herding instinct and can weigh up to 46 kg. What is particularly striking is her bear-like gait and her lively nature.
Fun fact: This breed is ideal for couch potatoes who like to lounge on the sofa all day. Bobtails are born chiller dogs.
#9 Japan Chin
The Japanese Chin is a small, black and white dog with a charming, alert nature. Many of these dogs behave like cats and have very good balance. [9]
The toy dogs live up to 15 years. They are ideal for first-time owners and for keeping in apartments. They do not cope well with heat and are moderately trainable.
Fun fact: If you thought that these four-legged friends came from Japan, then you are unfortunately wrong. They originally come from China.
#10 Great Dane
The Great Dane is a submissive, gentle dog breed from Germany. The large, black and white dogs are considered to be among the largest dogs in the world. [10]
In the past, the giants were used as hunting dogs for large wild animals. Today they are also popular as family dogs. Great Danes don't like to stay alone and are very people-oriented.
Fun fact: Even though these dogs weigh around 50 kg after just one year, they are very cuddly despite their size. You may end up with bruises from the cuddles.
#11 Chihuahuas
The Chihuahua is a small dog from Mexico. The handbag dog can live up to 20 years and usually only weighs between two and three kilos. A real mini dog. [11]
Despite its small stature, the barking, courageous four-legged friend is suitable as a watchdog. Chihuahuas are often aggressive and hostile towards other dogs.
Fun fact: There are still large numbers of wild-hunting, stray Chihuahua packs on the streets in the United States. The animals appear in all coat colors and lengths. Light-colored or black-and-white dogs with longer fur are particularly pretty.
#12 English Springer Spaniel
This four-legged friend comes from England and is one of the sniffer dog breeds. The enduring four-legged friend is versatile and particularly popular with the police and military.
His nose can sniff out bombs, drugs and even counterfeit money. Such a hard-working animal does not belong in an apartment. He should be exercised a lot. [12]
Fun fact: These black and white dogs were particularly popular with painters in the past. The reason? The four-legged friends are so obedient that they can easily stay still for several hours.
#13 Akita
The Akita is a Japanese four-legged friend with an outgoing nature. The fox-like dog was originally kept for hunting. He was also used for combat.
There are both reddish brown and white and black and white dogs. They are considered easy to care for and clean. They are often aggressive and intolerant towards strange dogs. [13]
Fun fact: Although Akitas detest water, they have webbed toes. They use these webbed feet to walk on snow.
#14 Karelian Bear Dog
The Karelian Bear Dog is a cautious, black and white dog from Finland. He is very territorial and was previously kept as a hunting dog. It is still popular in Finland today.
It is among the top 10 most popular breeds there. The four-legged friends make very good guard dogs. They should be used a lot and belong in active, experienced hands.
Fun fact: These dogs' sense of direction is so good that you could easily drop them 30 km from home. They would be safely back at your door within a few hours. Please don't try this though! [14]
#15 French Bulldog
The French Bulldog is a small, black and white dog breed with no hunting instinct. It is the fourth most popular breed worldwide. The cute dogs are very playful.
They like to play clowns and can sometimes be stubborn. According to surveys, their bat ears make them one of the cutest dogs in the world. [15]
Fun fact: It's best to get a life jacket for your four-legged friend! Because While most dogs are very good swimmers, this breed sinks miserably after just a few seconds.
#16 Alaskan Klee Klai
The Alaskan Klee Klai is a small, black and white dog from the USA. The four-legged friend comes in three sizes and weighs between two and ten kilos. [16]
The four-legged friends often have bright blue eyes. Be careful with children in the family: the Klee Kai tends to nip when he feels annoyed.
Fun fact: ”Do you already have a name for your Husky puppy?” – “Um, this is Rocky, our 15 year old Alaskan Klee Klai.”
#17 Perro de Agua Español
The Perro de Agua is a loyal, protective dog breed from Spain. The black and white dogs are also known as “water dogs” and are popular with allergy sufferers.
The dogs are versatile and extremely trainable. They don't shed and hardly bark. This makes them great family dogs. However, they are very active and happy to move.
Fun fact: Better not to brush if you don't want a dog with dreadlocks. The fur of these curly dogs becomes matted particularly quickly. [17]
#18 Papillon
The Papillon is a spaniel breed from Belgium. The cute dog is black and white and has large, fluffy “butterfly ears”. It's hard to believe he used to hunt rats. [18]
Today the lap dog is primarily a family dog. He gets along very well with children and is ideal for apartment living. Unfortunately, he has difficulty staying alone.
Fun fact: A lap dog doesn't mean he'll sit lazily on your lap all day. Papillons are energetic animals that like to move.
#19 Epagneul Breton
This four-legged friend is a black and white dog with a cheerful personality. He is open and people-oriented even towards strangers. He gets along well with dogs. [19]
Epagneul Bretons weigh around 16 kg when fully grown. It is advisable to keep them in pairs, as they need a lot of activity and cannot tolerate loneliness.
Fun fact: The behavior of these dogs is similar to that of lively children. They often lose themselves completely while playing and tend to be hyperactive.
#20 Miniature Schnauzer
The Miniature Schnauzer is a black and white dog from Germany. He was bred to hunt rats. His protective nature also makes him a good watchdog. [20]
The four-legged friends usually report suspicious noises, but are not barkers. The dogs get along very well with children. They can be left alone quite well.
Fun fact: Even as puppies, miniature schnauzers already have a distinctive beard. But mostly…