Thai Bangkaew Dog
The Thai Bangkaew dog still remains virtually unknown around the world, despite recent Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) recognition. In Thailand they are regarded as a precious heritage and has gained popularity throughout their country.
Primarily kept as companions, some Thai Bangkaew Dogs are also used as watchdogs and protectors.
Primarily kept as companions, some Thai Bangkaew Dogs are also used as watchdogs and protectors.
Thai Bangkaew Dog Standards
- 16-22"
- 35-45 lbs
- medium-sized spitz with erect, triangular ears
- long tail, well feathered, curved over back
- double coat, outer is straight and harsh
- white with fawn patches
- white with grey patches
- white with lemon patches
- white with red patches
- white with tan patches
- may have black mask
History of the Thai Bangkaew Dog
The Thai Bangkaew Dog originated in the small Bangkaew village from which it gained its name in the Phitsanulok Province of Thailand. Their history is more of a legend than known fact and dates back approximately 100 years. It is said that the local Buddhist abbot was given a native dog with long fur that was pregnant with pups. According to the legend a jackal or dhole had sired the pups. The offspring mated with local herding dogs to create the foundation stock. However the Fédération Cynologique Internationale standard states the sire was a 'now extinct wild dog' and that the abbot already owned the dog. Regardless of how the bloodline began, seasonal raining created a natural barrier that excluded other dogs from being added to the gene pool and naturally fixed a type.