Solid Colors:
* Black: Solid black fur is common in breeds like Labradors, German Shepherds, and Rottweilers.
* White: Pure white dogs are seen in breeds like Samoyeds, Maltese, and West Highland White Terriers.
* Brown: Also known as "liver," brown dogs can range from light brown to almost black. It's seen in breeds like Chocolate Labs, English Cocker Spaniels, and Beagles.
* Red: Red dogs can range from a reddish-brown to a more golden hue. It's seen in breeds like Irish Setters, Golden Retrievers, and Fox Red Labradors.
* Cream: A pale, almost yellowish shade of white seen in breeds like Golden Retrievers, Bichons, and Poodles.
* Gray: A silver or steel gray color found in breeds like Weimaraners and Great Danes.
* Tan: A light brown color seen in breeds like Dobermans, German Shorthaired Pointers, and Boxers.
* Fawn: A pale, yellowish-brown color seen in breeds like Miniature Pinschers, Dachshunds, and Great Danes.
Patterns:
* Brindle: A striped pattern with alternating bands of dark and light colors. Found in breeds like Boxers, Bullmastiffs, and Doberman Pinschers.
* Parti-colored: Two or more colors in distinct patches or markings. Seen in breeds like Dalmatians, Australian Shepherds, and Jack Russell Terriers.
* Merle: A mottled pattern with patches of color interspersed with darker areas. Found in breeds like Australian Shepherds, Border Collies, and Shetland Sheepdogs.
* Piebald: Large patches of black and white. Seen in breeds like Australian Shepherds, Border Collies, and Beagle.
* Sable: A combination of black and tan, often with a lighter undercoat. Seen in breeds like German Shepherds, Cocker Spaniels, and Huskies.
* Roan: A mixture of white hairs with a base color. Seen in breeds like English Setters, Irish Setters, and Miniature Schnauzers.
Important to Note:
* Color variations: There's a lot of variation within each color and pattern, so the exact shade or pattern can vary greatly even within the same breed.
* Breed-specific colors: Some breeds have specific colors associated with them, while others can come in many different variations.
* Color genetics: Dog coat colors are determined by a combination of genes, making it possible to have many different variations.
If you're interested in a particular breed, it's best to research what colors are typically associated with it and be prepared for some surprises!