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Boston Terrier
HISTORY ORIGIN UNITED STATES GROUP NON SPORTING GROUP The Boston Terrier is truly the all American breed; they were one of the first breeds created the United States. APPEARANCE(S) Boston Terriers are small compact dogs with erect ears and...
Bloodhound
...reed will chase small animals. BREED RELATED HEALTH CONCERNS The following conditions are known to be seen in this breed, please look at our A to Z listing to find out detailed information. Hip Dysplasia
Dachshund
HISTORY ORIGIN GERMANY GROUP HOUND GROUP The Dachshund originated in the 16th century, where they were bred and used to hunt badgers and foxes. They have become a popular companion breed in the more recent centuries. APPEARANCE(S) The Dachshund ...
Tibetan Mastiff
HISTORY ORIGIN TIBET GROUP WORKING GROUP The Tibetan Mastiff was bred in Tibet to guard the villages. It is thought that the Tibetan Mastiffs are the first of the Mastiff breeds. APPEARANCE(S) The Tibetan Mastiffs are very large strong dogs. ...
Old English Sheepdog
...UP HERDING GROUP The Old English Sheepdog originated in 19th century England. They were used to drive herds of sheep to different grazing areas. Old English Sheepdogs were also used as livestock herders and guardians. It is thought that OES were descended from the Scotch Bearded Collie...
Basset Hound
...LEVEL Low to Medium (Depending on age and health) POSITIVES This breed is has a very gentle manner about them, and they really never meet anyone they don’t like. They are good with kids and other animals. THINGS TO CONSIDER Basset Hounds are hound...
English springer spaniel
...s. They are still used today as pheasant hunting dogs. APPEARANCE(S) English Springer Spaniels are medium sized dogs with a sturdy build. The head is medium in size with shorter muzzle than other spaniels, and they have long droopy ears. COLOR(S) Th...
Field Spaniel
...hunter. They are still used today as bird hunting dogs. APPEARANCE(S) Field Spaniels are medium sized dogs with a low to the ground sturdy build. The head is medium in size with long muzzle, and they have long droopy ears and docked tails. COLOR(S) T...
Boxer
... pet and a popular choice for police and military dogs. APPEARANCE(S) Boxers are large muscular dogs with a high tucked abdomen. The head is square and ears are erect and most commonly cropped. The boxer has droopy lips and the tail is normally docked. COLOR(S) ...
English Cocker Spaniel
.../h2> The English Cocker Spaniel is a medium size dog with a long head and ears that hang past the shoulder and the tails are usually docked. COLOR(S) This breed is most commonly seen in white with black, red, liver, blue or orange markings. It is common to see freckl...
Briard
HISTORY ORIGIN FRANCE GROUP HERDING GROUP Briards have been herding sheep in France since the Middle Ages. These are the most popular sheep dogs in France and they were named for the French Providence of Brie. APPEARANCE(S) Briards are large d...
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
...nd needs to be brushed weekly. BREED RELATED HEALTH CONCERNS The following conditions are known to be seen in this breed, please look at our A to Z listing to find out detailed information.
Komondor
HISTORY ORIGIN HUNGARY GROUP WORKING GROUP The Komondor is an ancient breed that was brought to Hungary well over a thousand years ago. The Komondor has been used to protect livestock in Hungary and in most recent years has become a companion dog. A...
Irish Wolfhound
HISTORY ORIGIN IRELAND GROUP HOUND GROUP The Irish Wolfhound is among the oldest of breeds in existence. This breed was first recorded around 300 BC. They were bred and used for hunting wolves, deer, boar, and Irish elk. In modern times this breed has been b...
Bullmastiff
HISTORY ORIGIN GREAT BRITIAN GROUP WORKING GROUP The Bullmastiff was developed in the 19th century by breeding Bulldogs and Mastiffs together. The Bullmastiff was bred to protect English estates from illegal hunters. This breed’s job was not to hurt th...
Chow Chow
...und 300 B.C. They were used as hunting and guard dogs. This is truly and ancient breed. APPEARANCE(S) The Chow Chow is a medium sized dog with very large heads and round large muzzles. The ears are erect and the tail is bushy and curls over the back. The eyes are small and deepl...
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
HISTORY ORIGIN SCOTLAND GROUP TERRIER GROUP The Dandie Dinmont Terrier was bred to hunt fox and badgers in the 17th century. They have become popular companion dogs in modern times. APPEARANCE(S) The Dandie Dinmont is a small dog with a long bod...
Newfoundland
...he Newfoundland has become a quite popular family dog as they have always had such a great personality. APPEARANCE(S) The Newfoundland is a giant breed. They have a massive head with lips that are droopy. The ears are drop and the tail is bushy. COLOR(S)
Labrador Retriever
... and they are still used for hunting, and service dogs. As with most of the retriever breeds, this breed is considered to excel in both land and water retrieval. APPEARANCE(S) Labrador Retrievers are large dogs with a broad head and drop ears. COLOR(S)
Borzoi
... APPEARANCE(S) Borzois are large dogs with long legs and a high abdomen. The heads are long and narrow, and ears are down. COLOR(S) This breed can have any kind of color or combination of color; however they are most commonly seen with white with s...