Dogs are a gift of The Almighty for us. There would be hardly anyone who would not agree with this statement. Obviously, which another animal is as friendly and adorable as a dog. The one main trait which distinguishes them from every other animal in this world is their loyalty. So today we look at the most loyal dogs in the world who have proved to be an excellent friend of human beings.

The Great Pyrenees

amiThis dog hails from Spain and France.They are very docile and adorable in nature. These dogs can grow up to weigh 80-120 pounds and can live up to 12 years. Due to their thick white fur, they require a lot of care. They were bred in cold weather to protect flocks in mountains.

Akita

gojira16x9Large in size with intimidating looks these dogs can easily scare anyone. But, actually, they are known to be very faithful and adorable. Having originated from the mountainous region of Japan these dogs have a thick layer of fur all around them. They have a lifespan of 11-15 years and can weigh in between 70 to 130 pounds. Their alertness and receptiveness distinguish them from other dogs.

Sheltie

489969049This long-haired Scottish herding dog is known for its loyalty and high intelligence. They easily gel up with humans and as a matter of fact, can be easily trained. These dogs have a lifespan of 12-13 years and can weigh between 14-27 pounds. Also known as the Shetland Sheepdog, these dogs are liked by everyone very much because of their silky fur.

Kuvasz

Kuvasz_named_KanThis adorable dog from Hungary is known to be very friendly and someone who is very protective. They have a lifespan of 10-12 years and can weigh between 77 to 110 pounds.They were initially bred in order to protect the flocks and their beautiful fur demands a lot of care. In fact, it is their fluffy fur which makes them look even bigger.

German Shepherd

german-shepherd-puppy-picturesThe name is enough to tell that this breed has its origin in Germany. They are known by the name of Alstain in Britain. You would have generally noticed them with police and military the reason being their loyal nature and high intelligence. They are so intelligent that it makes them an aid in solving a crime. Weighing around 49-88 pounds these dogs have a lifespan of 9-13 years. Though used now as military dogs they were initially herding dogs.

Rottweiler

Rottweiler-3They have one of the shortest lifespans of all dog breeds that of 8-10 years. These dogs often used by guards because of their ferocious look are known for their devotion and obedience. It hails from Germany and weighs around 77-130 pounds. These dogs with black or tan short hairs usually don’t demand a lot of care. They were initially used for driving herds that fed the army.