Fawn-Colored Dogs

Fawn-colored dogs usually have a coat that is light brown, yellow, tan, or cream and often with a black mask. However, the shade of the coat can depend on the breed. It is considered to be one of the most attractive coat colors by many dog lovers. So here are some of the top fawn-colored dog breeds and what you’ll want to know about each of them

Bullmastiff

This large breed was created by English game wardens to both track and catch poachers. Both the Mastiff and the Old English Bulldog were used in its development. Known as the “Game Keeper’s Night Dog”, the Bullmastiff excelled at silently stalking and taking down poachers in the dark of night.

Luckily today the breed is much calmer although they do make extremely formidable guard dogs. While fawn Bullmastiffs are the most commonly seen, the breed’s coat also comes in brindle and red as well.

Doberman Pinscher

The Doberman Pinscher is a sleek working breed with a glistening coat. The breed comes in four accepted colors black, red, tan, and fawn, all of which have tan markings. Dobermans with a black coat are the most common, while fawn-colored dogs on the other hand are considered the rarest of the four coat colors.

That’s because it’s caused by the recessive dilute gene. A Doberman puppy needs to inherit two pairs of this gene for it to have a fawn coat. The gene dilutes the pigment of their coat and the result is a dog that is a very pale brown or almost lilac color.

A Doberman with a fawn coat is also known as an Isabella Doberman. And while a fawn or Isabella Doberman is an incredibly attractive canine, potential owners should be aware that in the Doberman breed this coat color is associated with health problems including color dilution alopecia.

Mastiff

The Mastiff is a fawn dog breed of enormous size. It’s also called the English Mastiff or Old English Mastiff. These are colossal canines with massive heads and weigh more than most humans. And while they were once used as war dogs, today these giants are much more sweet-tempered. Mastiffs make excellent family dogs and guardians. In addition to fawn, you can find this breed in apricot and brindle.

Pug

Pugs are easily one of the most popular fawn dogs on the planet. And it’s no wonder why, as their small size, low energy requirements, and uniquely flat faces make them appealing to many people. Pugs can be two different shades of fawn: silver fawn or apricot fawn, both have a black face mask. Or they can have a solid black coat too.

Cane Corso

In the past, the coat color of this Italian breed was often connected to the dog’s function and the region where it came from. For example, lighter color dogs were preferred by goat herders, badger hunters, and wild boar hunters. And black dogs were utilized by cowboys along with pig and goat breeders.

Today, however, coat color is just a personal preference and a fawn Cane Corso is just as imposing a sight to behold as other colors. These powerful and versatile guardians are well-known for their protectiveness of children, loyalty to their family, and as one of the top guard dog breeds in the world.

Whippet

“The Poor Man’s Racehorse,” is a calm and gentle breed that is built for speed. While they look similar to the greyhound, whippets are smaller in size. They are elegant dogs that are popular in the show ring and as family companions.

These lighting-fast canines come in a wide range of colors and many fawn options including fawn, blue fawn, fawn brindle, white and fawn, white and blue fawn, and white and fawn brindle.

Great Dane

The Great Dane is often compared to being the size of a small horse. Needless to say, when owning a breed of such gigantic proportions requires great responsibility, however, with a Dane, the rewards are well worth the sacrifice. The ideal fawn-colored Great Dane should be a deep yellow-gold color with a black mask. However, this is just one of many coat color options which also include brindle, blue, black, harlequin, mantle, and merle.

Belgian Malinois

The Belgian Malinois is an unbelievably intelligent and agile canine. These are intense and high-drive dogs that really need a job to do as they are bred to work. And because of their natural abilities they are often employed as military and police dogs along with a range of other jobs.

This is not a canine that is for the average dog owner. The breed’s coat ranges from a rich fawn to mahogany in color. Regardless of what color the coat is, it can be expected that the color darkens with age as this is a breed characteristic.

French Bulldog

Frenchies are both calm and well-mannered canines. And these family companions are well-known for getting along with other dogs, cats, and people. The French Bulldog’s small size along with its adorable bat ears, short snout, and wrinkly face are also reasons that make it a popular pet as well.

For those who prefer a fawn color dog, in addition to a few other color options the breed’s short coat comes in fawn, fawn and white, fawn brindle and white, and white and fawn.

Boxer

This is a muscular and confident German breed. The Boxer is fearless and naturally watchful and defensive over its human companions. There are two standard colors brindle and fawn, both of which can have white markings. A fawn-colored boxer dog can range in shade from light yellow to dark red.

English Bulldog

Far from its bull-baiting past, today’s Bulldog is a gentle and loving canine. It comes in several different coat colors and a handful of fawn options. A fawn English Bulldog may be fawn, fawn and brindle, or fawn and white. These are compact, solid, and powerful canines. Potential owners should keep in mind that the English Bulldog is known to drool, snort, snore, and pass gas regularly.

Chinese Shar-Pei

This is an ancient Chinese dog breed that is believed to date back to at least 200 BC. These are independent dogs that are naturally protective and dominant. They, therefore, require proper socialization. The breed is most famous for its wrinkly coat.

Most people don’t know that Chinese Shar-Pei puppies are actually much more wrinkled than adults. They come in a variety of coat colors and fawn-colored dogs can be fawn, red fawn, or fawn sable.

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