Is there a species of dog that lives in the jungle?

Question

like a wolf, or a dingo or something?

Answer 1

Yes. There are several species of South American foxes in the genus Dusicyon which live in jungles, as does the bush dog (Speothos venaticus). The dhole (Cuon alpinus) of Asia can also be found in jungles, as can the raccoon dog (Nyctereutes procyonoides).

Here are some images:

Crab-eating fox (Dusicyon thous):

http://tropicalwildlife.net/2fox1.jpg

Bush dog:

http://www.billybear4kids.com/animal/who...

Dhole:

http://www.cuon.net/dholes/standing.jpg

Raccoon dog:

http://scienceblogs.com/zooillogix/racco...

Answer 2

The Basenji is a breed of hunting dog that originates in central Africa. It is considered by some, particularly in North America, to be a member of the sighthound family; most kennel clubs, including the American Kennel Club and the Kennel Club of the United Kingdom classify it as a hound.

The Basenji produces an unusual yodel-like sound, due to its unusually shaped larynx.  This trait also gives the basenji the nickname "Voiceless Dog." Although Basenjis do not bark per se, they can mimic sounds, and thus are able to mimic barks if raised among barking dogs. In behavior and temperament they have some traits in common with cats

Answer 3

Dogs are descendants of wolves, but are classified as different species. The only actual wild (or "feral") dog is the dingo of Australia.  Dingos can be completely domesticated, unlike wolves. However, all dogs have to be introduced to people as young puppies or they will never bond to people and act like wild animals when mature. Many smaller species of canids are often called "wild dogs". There is a wild dog species in Africa and one in India. The Indian wild dog is frequently found in the forest. African wild dogs are found on the plains. Dingos are adaptable enough to live anywhere. All dog species form large packs and are the most successful hunters in their environments. Unfortunately, due to human encroachment and introduced diseases like rabies and distemper from domestic dogs, wild dogs are becoming very rare. In fact the African wild dog is nearly extinct.

Answer 4

Bush Dog (Speothos venaticus)

The Bush Dog (Speothos venaticus) is a canid found in Central and South America, including Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Bolivia, Peru (West of the Andes), Ecuador, the Guianas, Paraguay, northeast Argentina (Misiones province), and Brazil (from the Amazon rainforest to the state of Amazonas).[1][2] In spite of its extensive range, it is very rare; it was originally discovered as fossils in Brazilian caves and thought to be extinct. It is the only species in its genus, Speothos.

In Brazil it is called cachorro-vinagre ("Vinegar Dog") or cachorro-do-mato ("Bush Dog"). In Spanish-speaking countries it is called perro vinagre, zorro vinagre ("Vinegar Fox"), perro de agua ("Water Dog"), or perro de monte ("Bush Dog").

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bush_dog