17 Weird Looking Dog Breeds

Ever found yourself staring at a pooch, wondering if it’s a dog, a mop, or a tornado on a leash? With a variety to rival a high school yearbook, the dogs’ world is full of unique characters and goofy appearances. Now, don’t get it twisted; when we say ‘weird’, we don’t mean undesirable. It just means these little fellows are much more interesting than your average dog!

1. Komondor

Ever seen a mop on legs? Meet the Komondor, a prestigious Hungarian breed known as ‘the mop dog’ for obvious reasons. This guy, with his dreadlocked fur, should actually be the mascot for any spring cleaning campaign. Just don’t lose him in your laundry room! 

2. Neapolitan Mastiff

Seems like the Neapolitan Mastiff couldn’t decide whether to be a dog or a puddle of melting plasticine – so it chose both! Its charmingly droopy face can make anyone’s day, and picking up those wrinkles could be the new therapeutic stress-buster we all need!

3. Bedlington Terrier

Bedlington Terrier – inventory check – dog or sheep? This fluffy friend with its woolly fur and pointed ears is more likely to be found prancing around a dog show than grazing in a meadow. Quite the poser, don’t you think? 

4. Miniature Short-Haired Dachshund

Is it a hotdog bun? Or a rabbit? No, it’s a Miniature Short-Haired Dachshund. These little buns, with their endearingly short legs and long bodies, may seem comprised of spare dog parts, but they are packed full of personality and feistiness to make up for it! 

5. Norwegian Lundehund

Meet the Norwegian Lundehund, the only dog breed specifically designed for puffin hunting. With six toes, bendy ankles, and ears that fold shut, they’re like the Swiss Army knife of dogs. They’re weirdly wonderful and oh-so adaptable! 

6. Tibetan Mastiff

We’re pretty sure the Tibetan Mastiff was created when a bear and a dog fell in love. This massively fluffy, bear-like breed can seem intimidating with its lion-esque mane, but really, they’re just giant fluff-balls who crave love and attention. 

7. Thai Ridgeback

The Thai Ridgeback is the ‘punk rocker’ of the dog world, sporting a strip of hair that grows in the opposite direction down its back. Not many dogs can say they have their own mohawk. Yet, this dog walks proudly down his personal runway, exuding an “I woke up like this” vibe. 

8. Bergamasco Sheepdog

The Bergamasco Sheepdog – when a dog meets a mop. This Italian breed boasts sheets of hair that look like they were ripped right off the cast of a hair metal band. Don’t be fooled by their dreadlocked charm, though – they’re intelligent and fiercely devoted, no matter how ridiculous they look. 

9. Brussels Griffon

Meet the Brussels Griffon, the Ewoks of the dog world. With incredibly expressive eyes, this breed showcases a permanently surprised look, as if they just found out they’re not actually a lion, but a tiny dog instead. Like their Star Wars counterparts, they are small but mighty, unafraid to take on dogs ten times their size. 

10. Mexican Hairless Dog (Xoloitzcuintli)

The Xoloitzcuintli, or the Mexican Hairless dog, looks like it walked straight out of an Ancient Egyptian tomb. With an absolutely no-fur policy, this breed makes you wonder if they are part of some secret canine nudist movement. They’re perfect for those with allergies – as long as you’re willing to slather sunscreen on them every day! 

11. Chinese Crested

If you’ve ever wondered what a dog in a punk rock band would look like, meet the Chinese Crested. Most of its body is entirely hairless, but it sports a wild crest of hair on its head. It’s like the Mohawk never went out of style for these pups. They’re the epitome of ‘bald is beautiful’…with a twist! 

12. Afghan Hound

Stepping out straight from an 80s hair band video, the Afghan Hound oozes glamour with every stride. With their silky, flowing coats to their long, supermodel-like legs, they literally stop people in their tracks. They might not play guitar solos, but their look screams rockstar, with a touch of the diva!

13. Irish Wolfhound

Here comes the gentle giant of the canine world– the Irish Wolfhound. With a tall, lean body that can look like a deer who’s done a crash course in weightlifting. Stunning as they may be, they’ve got a face only a mother could love. Whatever they lack in grace, they make up for with their “Did I leave the stove on?” expression. 

14. Ibizan Hound

Ever seen a dog that seems to have been sculpted by Picasso himself? Meet the Ibizan Hound. Angular face, artfully pointed ears, and a body that’s a mix of lean muscle and interpretive dance – they sure turn heads. Not necessarily conventionally cute, it’s like they’re always posing for an abstract painting. 

15. Dandie Dinmont Terrier

The Dandie Dinmont Terrier is a quirky little sausage with a playful, sprightly spirit. Their elongated body, short legs, and distinctive hairdo look more like a concept car than a dog. And talk about personality, packed into a pint-sized body, these pups are proof that good things come in weird packages. 

16. Otterhound

Marvel at the positively prehistoric Otterhound! This ‘living fossil’ of a dog with an uncannily bear-like muzzle and droopy ears reeks of nostalgia. And their dense, wiry coat, seems like it’s stashing snacks for the winter. Strangely adorable, but they could be mistaken for the canine version of a shaggy rug. 

17. Borzoi

And the finale: Borzoi! Imagine a greyhound decided to dabble in glam rock. That’s a Borzoi. With skinny bodies cloaked in clouds of hair, and a face that screams perpetual surprise, they’re odd, exotic, and undeniably magical. The dog world’s David Bowie, without a doubt.