Australian Shepherd
The Australian Shepherd, also known as the Aussie, is a breed of herding dog from the United States. The name of the breed is technically a misnomer. It was developed in California in the 19th century.
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Dog Breeds Directory
Browse 20 popular dog breeds with care scores, temperament highlights, and quick profile links.
Herding
German Shepherd
The German Shepherd Dog is a large breed that originated in Germany in the late 19th century. They are a working breed, and can be used for a variety of tasks, from herding and guarding to search and rescue. They have a thick double coat, in a variety of colors, and are highly intelligent and loyal. They are an active breed, and need plenty of exercise and mental stimulation.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a small breed that originated in Wales. They have a short, thick coat, and come in a variety of colors. They are an intelligent and active breed, and need plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. They are loyal and devoted to their owners, and make good family companions.
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Border Collie
The Border Collie is a breed of British herding dog of the collie type of medium size. It originates in the region of the Anglo-Scottish border, and descends from the traditional sheepdogs once found all over the British Isles. It is kept mostly as a sheep-herding dog or as a companion animal.
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Beagle
The Beagle is a British breed of scent hound, similar in appearance to the much larger foxhound. It was bred primarily for hunting rabbit or hare, known as beagling. Its sense of smell and tracking instincts make it suitable for use as a detection dog for prohibited agricultural imports and foodstuffs in quarantine.
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Dachshund
The Dachshund, also known as the Dackel or Teckel, is a German breed of short-legged, long-bodied dog of hound type. It may be smooth-haired, wire-haired, or long-haired, in various colors. It was bred to scent, chase, and flush out badgers and other burrow-dwelling animals. The miniature Dachshund was bred to hunt small animals such as rabbits. .
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Afghan Hound
The Afghan Hound is a hound distinguished by its thick, fine, silky coat, and a tail with a ring curl at the end. The breed originates in the cold mountains of Afghanistan. Its local name is Sag-e Tāzī (Dari: سگ تازی) or Tāžī Spay (Pashto: تاژي سپی).
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Cirneco dell'Etna
The Cirneco dell'Etna (Sicilian: Cirnecu) is an Italian breed of hunting dog from the Mediterranean island of Sicily. It is named for the Etna volcano in eastern Sicily. It has a keen sense of smell, and is used to hunt small game, particularly rabbits.
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Non-Sporting
Bulldog
The Bulldog is a British breed of dog of mastiff type. It may also be known as the English Bulldog or British Bulldog. It is a stocky, muscular dog of medium size, with a large head, thick folds of skin around the face and shoulders and a relatively flat face with a protruding lower jaw.
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Coton de Tulear
The Coton de Tuléar is a breed of small dog named for the city of Tuléar (also known as Toliara) in Madagascar. This breed is thought to have originated from a group of small white dogs that swam across the Malagasy channel following a shipwreck. Known for its cotton-like coat, the Coton de Tuléar typically grows to no more than 8.2 kg (18 lb), and is white, sometimes with grey, tan, black, or tri-colored markings..
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American Eskimo
The American Eskimo Dog is a breed of companion dog, originating in Germany. The American Eskimo Dog is a member of the Spitz family. The breed's progenitors were German Spitz, but due to anti-German sentiment during the First World War, it was renamed "American Eskimo Dog." Although modern American Eskimo Dogs have been exported as German Spitz Gross (or Mittel, depending on the dog's height), the breeds have diverged and the standards are significantly different.
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French Bulldog
The French Bulldog is a small and playful breed of dog that was originally bred in France as a companion dog. They are intelligent, affectionate, and loyal, and make excellent family pets.
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Bichon Frise
The Bichon Frise is a small and playful breed of dog that was originally bred in France as a companion dog. They are intelligent, affectionate, and loyal, and make excellent family pets.
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Sporting
American Water Spaniel
The American Water Spaniel (often abbreviated to AWS) is a breed of spaniel which originated in the United States. It was developed in the state of Wisconsin during the 19th century from a number of other breeds, including the Irish and English Water Spaniels. The breed was saved by Dr.
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Labrador Retriever
The Labrador Retriever is a large and muscular breed of dog that was originally bred in Canada for retrieving game. They are intelligent, friendly, and eager to please, and make excellent family pets.
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Golden Retriever
The Golden Retriever is a large and muscular breed of dog that was originally bred in Scotland for retrieving game. They are intelligent, friendly, and eager to please, and make excellent family pets.
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German Shorthaired Pointer
The German Shorthaired Pointer is a medium to large-sized dog breed that was originally bred for hunting. They are known for their intelligence and energetic personalities.
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Terrier
Cairn Terrier
The Cairn Terrier is a terrier breed originating in the Scottish Highlands and recognised as one of Scotland's earliest working dogs. The name "Cairn Terrier" was a compromise suggestion when the breed was brought to official shows in the United Kingdom in 1909, initially under the name "Short-haired Skye terrier". This name was not accepted by the Kennel Club when faced with opposition from breeders of the Skye Terrier. The alternative name Cairn Terrier was adopted. .
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Cesky Terrier
The Cesky Terrier ( CHES-kee; Czech: Český teriér, lit. 'Bohemian Terrier' or 'Czech Terrier') is a small terrier type dog originating in Czechoslovakia..
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Miniature Schnauzer
The Miniature Schnauzer is a small breed that originated in Germany in the late 19th century. They have a double coat of wiry fur, and come in a variety of colors. They are an intelligent and active breed, and make good family companions. They are alert, and make good watchdogs, and are loyal and devoted to their owners.
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American Hairless Terrier
The American Hairless Terrier is a breed of companion dog from the United States that was developed from naturally hairless Rat Terriers. .
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Airedale Terrier
The Airedale Terrier (often shortened to "Airedale"), also called Bingley Terrier and Waterside Terrier, is a dog breed of the terrier type that originated in the valley (dale) of the River Aire, in the West Riding of Yorkshire, England. It is traditionally called the "King of Terriers" because it is the largest of the terrier breeds. The Airedale was bred from the Old English Black and Tan Terrier and the Otterhound and probably some other Terrier breeds, and has contributed to other dog breeds, such as the Yorkshire Terrier. Originally bred to serve as a versatile hunting and all around working farm dog, this breed has also been used as a war dog, guide dog, and police dog in Britain.
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Border Terrier
The Border Terrier is a British breed of small, rough-coated terrier. It originates from the area of the Anglo-Scottish border, and shares ancestry with the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Bedlington Terrier from the same area. The dogs were traditionally used in fox-hunting, and worked with the Border Hunt in Northumberland. The breed was officially recognised by The Kennel Club in Great Britain in 1920, and by the American Kennel Club in 1930..
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Toy
Chihuahua
Chihuahua usually refers to: Chihuahua (dog breed), a breed of dog named after the state Chihuahua (state), a state in Mexico Chihuahua (city), capital city of that state Chihuahua may also refer to:.
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Pug
The Pug is a small, playful breed that is known for its comical expression, charming personality, and loyalty. This breed is native to China, where it was originally kept as a companion and lapdog by the imperial court.
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Yorkshire Terrier
The Yorkshire Terrier is a small, intelligent dog breed with a long, silky coat that is typically blue and tan in color. They are known for their feisty, independent nature and their affectionate personalities, and were originally bred to hunt rats and other vermin in the textile mills of Yorkshire, England.
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Chinese Crested
The Chinese Crested is a small, hairless breed that is known for its delicate appearance and playful personality.
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Brussels Griffon
The Brussels Griffon is a small, playful breed that is known for its intelligence, comical expression, and affectionate nature. This breed is native to Belgium, where it was originally kept as a companion and lapdog.
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Shih Tzu
The Shih Tzu is a small and playful breed of dog that was originally bred in China as a companion dog. They are intelligent, affectionate, and loyal, and make excellent family pets.
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Affenpinscher
The Affenpinscher is a German breed of small toy dog of Pinscher type. Originally developed as a mouser, the Affenpinscher is now commonly found as a companion worldwide. .
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (CKCS) is a British breed of toy dog of spaniel type. Four colours are recognised: Blenheim (chestnut and white), tricolour (black/white/tan), black and tan, and ruby; the coat is smooth and silky. The lifespan is usually between eight and twelve years. The Cavalier King Charles changed dramatically in the late seventeenth century, when it was inter-bred with flat-nosed breeds.
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Biewer Terrier
The Biewer Terrier () is a toy dog of German descent that is the result of two Yorkshire Terriers with a recessive piebald gene breeding. It is usually kept as a companion animal or a show dog. The Biewer Terrier was recognized by the AKC in 2021.
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Working
Rottweiler
The Rottweiler is a large and powerful breed of dog that was originally bred in Germany for herding and guarding livestock. They are intelligent, loyal, and protective, and make excellent working dogs.
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Siberian Husky
The Siberian Husky is a medium-sized working dog from Siberia. They are known for their thick, double coat, which can be black, white, grey, or red and white in color. Siberian Huskies are friendly, outgoing, and loyal, and make great family pets. They are active and require plenty of exercise and mental stimulation to stay healthy and happy.
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Akita
Akita (秋田; autumn ricefield) is a Japanese name and may refer to:.
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American Bulldog
The American Bulldog is a large, muscular breed of mastiff-type dog. Their ancestors were brought to the British North American colonies where they worked on small farms and ranches. .
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Boxer
Boxer most commonly refers to: Boxer (boxing), a competitor in the sport of boxing Boxer (dog breed), a breed of dog Boxer or boxers may also refer to: .
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Bullmastiff
The Bullmastiff is an English breed of dog of mastiff type and large size, with a solid build and a short muzzle. It was developed as a guard dog in the nineteenth century by cross-breeding the English Mastiff with the now-extinct Old English Bulldog. It was recognised as a breed by The Kennel Club in 1924..
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Great Dane
The Great Dane is a large and powerful breed of dog that was originally bred in Germany for hunting large game. They are intelligent, loyal, and gentle, and make excellent companion dogs.
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Doberman Pinscher
The Doberman Pinscher is a large and powerful breed of dog that was originally bred in Germany for guarding and protecting property. They are intelligent, loyal, and protective, and make excellent guard dogs.
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