Royal Bahamian Potcake dogs (Potcake dogs for short) are mixed-breed dogs that are native to the islands of the Caribbean since interbreeding occurred centuries ago.
Dogs like pot cakes are less distinguishable than Collies Golden Labradors and Dalmatians.
Their common features however distinguish them.
Dogs of this breed are generally medium-sized have long muzzles and cropped ears as well as short smooth hair without an undercoat.
Despite lacking an undercoat Potcake dogs can survive in all types of weather (except extreme cold).
Known for their love of running fetching digging holes chewing and following scents they make great playmates.
Potcakes have not explored their formal training to its full potential.
Among other things Potcake dogs are trained to detect guns drugs bombs and arson according to the Inter-American Development Bank.
In addition Potcake dogs can be trained to act as diabetic alert dogs trained to detect high or low blood sugar levels in diabetics especially those with Type 1 diabetes.