Dog Breeds
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Affenpinschers originated from 17th century Germany, where they were employed as vermin catchers in households.

This dog is native to Sinai and mentioned in many Egyptian writings as well depicted on Afghanistan cave walls thousands of years ago.

The Airedale Terrier is the largest terrier breed and has a dense wiry outer coat and soft undercoat, and comes in combinations of black and tan.

The Japanese Akita are known for their loyalty, courage but can also be stubborn and independent-minded.

The Alaskan Malamute, a hulking and robust breed of dog and was initially bred for grueling work in frigid Arctic regions.

The American Bulldog is a powerful and loyal breed. They have a short coat that sheds moderately throughout the year.

The American Staffordshire Terrier, a breed born and bred in the USA during the 19th century. This breed boasts a strong and muscular build.

The Anatolian Shepherd Dog is a large and powerful breed that is known for its protective nature and strong work ethic.

The Kelpie is an intelligent and energetic herding breed known for their loyalty. They were once thought to be ancestors of the dingo

The Australian Koolie, a strikingly robust and agile medium-sized breed, boasts a short and dense coat that flaunts a stunning array of colors.

The Australian Shepherd is actually not Australian. It was developed in the Pyrenees Mountains and has traditionally been used as a working herding dog.

The Australian Silky Terrier has a long, fine and silky coat and is a family-friendly breed that loves being around people.

Australian Terriers are known for their alertness and playfulness. They're known as the "Aussie" and were originally called the "Broken-Coated Terrier."
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The Basenji is a highly active and intelligent breed that requires regular exercise and mental stimulation. They are loyal and affectionate to their families.

The Basset Fauve De Bretagne is a small to medium-sized hunting dog breed. They are friendly and affectionate with their families, but can be stubborn and independent.

The Basset Hound is a dog breed known for its affectionate nature, loyalty, and gentle disposition.

The Beagle is a breed of small to medium-sized hound dogs. They are often used today as companion dogs, as well as in various working roles such as detection, therapy, and search and rescue.

This is one of the oldest breeds in Britain and was traditionally used as a herding sheep dog. Long and lean, the Bearded Collie has a shaggy waterproof coat that hangs over the entire body.

The Bedlington Terrier is a small dog from England, with unique curly woolly coat (often gray/blue).

Belgian Malinois originated in Belgium in the late 1800s, initially bred for herding and guarding livestock. Today, they are one of the most sought-after breeds globally, thanks to their exceptional traits and work ethics.

The Belgian Sheepdog has lots of muscles, tight skin, a feathered tail, cat-like feet and a fairly long weather-resistant coat with a mane of fur around the neck.

The Bernese Mountain Dog is a loyal, loving, and gentle breed that makes an ideal companion for any family.

The Bichon Frise - a breed with a hypoallergenic coat and the most charming facial features - is the ultimate "powder puff" pooch.

Originally bred for military purposes, The Black Russian Terrier is a breed known for its intelligence and energetic nature.

The Bloodhound is a large, powerful scent hound known for its exceptional sense of smell and ability to track scents over long distances. They are friendly, affectionate dogs that make excellent family pets.

The Blue Heeler, also known as the Australian Cattle Dog, has gained global recognition due to the popularity of the children's cartoon, Bluey, in which the main character is a playful Blue Heeler puppy.

The Border Collie is a loyal, intelligent, and energetic breed that is perfect for active families. With its quick learning abilities, it is easy to train and will quickly become a beloved family member.

The Border Terrier is a small but resilient breed with a history of hunting and killing vermin.

The Borzoi has gained widespread recognition thanks to its appearance in a popular internet meme, wherein the Borzoi extends its elongated snout and proclaims, 'let me do it for you'.

The Boston Terrier is a pint-sized powerhouse of muscle and mischief! Their loyalty and affection towards their families often leads to strong bonds with their owners.

The Bouvier des Flandres is a large, powerful breed originally bred for herding cattle.

A Boxer is good for competitive obedience competitions, great with children and friendly to everyone.

The Briard is a faithful and protective breed that has a natural herding instinct.

Brittanys are energetic hunting dogs known for athleticism, endurance and intelligence. They excel in canine sports like agility, obedience and field trials.

Bull Terriers were originally bred for bull-baiting, but now make great companion dogs.

The Miniature Bull Terrier is fun-loving, active, clownish, loyal and obedient becomes very attached to his owner.

The Bullmastiff is a powerful dog with short, dense coat in fawn, brindle, or red. Their wrinkled heads add an intimidating aura to their imposing presence.
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Cairn Terriers are known for their feisty and independent personalities. They are loyal and affectionate to their owners but can be wary of strangers.

The Italian Cane Corso Dog is powerful and distinguished, has thick skin but no wrinkles, has short hair and comes in a wide range of colours.

The Catahoula originated in Louisiana, USA and was originally bred for hunting and herding livestock, these working dogs have since become a beloved and loyal breed.

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, also known as the English Toy Spaniel or Cavalier, has a regal history dating back to the 17th century.

The Cesky Fousek is a breed of hunting dog that originated in the Czech Republic. The Cesky Fousek is a versatile hunting dog that is particularly skilled in pointing and retrieving game.

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever loves swimming and can do well in very cold waters thanks to its oily coat that repels water and dries very quickly.

The Chihuahua has origins in Mexico and is believed to have descended from a breed called the Techichi.

The Chinese Crested dog has large ears and comes in two varieties: the 'hairless' and the 'powder puff'.

The Chow Chow is a loyal and loving breed that is perfect for families looking for a devoted companion.

The Clumber Spaniel are a large, heavy-boned dog with a distinctive appearance, with a broad head, short muzzle, and long, floppy ears.

The Cocker is traditionally a gun dog and dates back to the 14th century. They are a loyal, affectionate and playful breed.

The English Cocker Spaniel is energetic, smart, outgoing, gentle, playful, affectionate, obedient, excellent with children, likes strangers, and an overall great companion.

The Rough Collie has a wedge-shaped head, a soft tight undercoat and a straight harsh outer coat.

Smooth Collies are very smart, sweet, easy to train, loyal and good with other pets and kids.

The Curly Coated Retriever is one of the oldest retrieving breeds and has been used as a hunting companion and gun dog.
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The Dachshund is curious, lively, affectionate, funny and devoted. It can be hard to train and house-train but it travels well.

The Miniature Long Haired Dachshund is a recognized breed renowned for its intelligence and lively nature.

The Miniature Wirehaired Dachshund is a unique and charming breed with a rich history. Bred in Germany to hunt badgers, they now make loving and loyal companions

The Smooth Haired Dachshund is a small breed of dog with a long, low body and short, sleek hair. They were originally bred in Germany for hunting purposes and have a friendly and outgoing personality.

The Dachshund is curious, lively, affectionate, funny and devoted. It can be hard to train and house-train but it travels well. This breed instinctively likes to dig.

The Dalmatian is a medium dog breed known for its distinctive black or liver spotted coat. They are energetic, intelligent, and playful dogs that have a long history of being used as firehouse mascots.

The Doberman boasts an impressive lineage and is an excellent companion for active families seeking a loyal and intelligent guard dog.

Behold the mighty Dogue de Bordeaux, also referred to as the French Mastiff, a colossal and sinewy breed hailing from the grand land of France.
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The Bulldog is very affectionate, gentle with children and seek out human attention.

The English Pointer is a highly intelligent and athletic breed of dog, renowned for its hunting skills. With a rich history dating back to the 17th century

The English Setter is a devoted and graceful breed that has a natural instinct for hunting.

The English Springer Spaniel is friendly, energetic, and intelligent, these dogs possess remarkable hunting and retrieving prowess.

Boasting a smooth short dense coat that comes in black and tan, the English Toy Terrier is also known as the Manchester Terrier. This breed was initially developed as a rat hunter in the nineteenth century.
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The Finnish Lapphund is smart, responsive and loyal, likes family life and makes a good watchdog.

The Finnish Spitz has been used for hunting in Finland for centuries.

The Flat-Coated Retriever, a sleek and striking medium to large-sized breed of dog, boasts a lustrous black or liver-colored coat, expressive eyes, and a long tapering tail.

The Smooth Fox Terrier is a pint-sized pooch with boundless energy and vivacious vitality, typically showcasing a white base peppered with black or tan markings.

The Wire Fox Terrier is a devoted and alert breed that has a strong prey drive. They are independent and require consistent training, making them best suited for experienced owners.

The French Bulldog, also known as "Frenchie," originated in France during the 1800s.
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The German Pinscher is described as a vocal guard dog, brave and versatile, and a great companion.

The German Shepherd breed has a fascinating origin story that dates back to the late 19th century.

The German Shorthaired Pointer are intelligent, energetic, and loyal dogs that require plenty of exercise and mental stimulation.

The German Spitz klein has a lively, energetic temperament, making them excellent watchdogs. They are family- friendly and adaptable to living in small spaces.

Originally bred in Germany as a versatile farm dog. The German Spitz (Mittel) is a recognized breed known for its high energy

The German Wirehaired Pointer is a medium-sized dog with a dense, wiry coat that is weather-resistant and water-repellent, longer on the beard, forehead, and whiskers.

Golden Retrievers are loyal, loving, family companions. Their intelligence, playfulness, and gentle nature make them ideal for families with children.

One of the most unique features of this breed is the feathering under its tail, which almost gives it a triangular appearance.

Great Danes are a giant breed of dog known for their gentle nature and loyalty to their families.

Originally bred for herding and guarding, The Great Pyrenees is a renowned breed known for its intelligence and lively nature.

Greyhounds were bred for hunting game and later, for racing. Today, Greyhounds are beloved as both racing and companion dogs.

The origin of Griffons dates back to 16th century Belgium, where they were specifically bred to provide company to hunters and raze rodents in stables and farmhouses.
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Originally bred as a companion dog, these dogs are highly devoted and make excellent family pets.

The Hungarian Puli adapts to most surroundings an is never aggressive towards strangers.

The Huntaway, also known as the New Zealand Huntaway, is a unique breed that originated in - you guessed it - New Zealand.
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The largest of the spaniel family, the Irish Water Spaniel has long low-set ears that are covered in curls.

Originally bred for hunting wolves, the Irish Wolfhound is a legendary breed steeped in history.

The Italian Greyhound, often referred to as the "I.G.," is an ancient breed that dates back to the Roman Empire.

The Spinone has great strength and stamina, and is very smart, happy, enthusiastic and easy-going.
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Also known as the "Jack Russell", this breed is now a beloved companion and family pet.

The Japanese Chin is a small and charming toy breed of dog that originated in Japan. They are generally low-maintenance dogs, but they do require regular grooming to keep their coat in good condition.

The Japanese Spitz is an energetic pup sporting a snow-white, plushy coat and alert, pointy ears, this small to medium-sized breed is a sight to behold.
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The Keeshond is a medium-sized breed of dog that originated in the Netherlands. They are often kept as companion dogs but also excel in activities such as obedience, agility, and therapy work.

Kerry Blue Terriers are versatile dogs that can excel in various activities such as agility, obedience, and even therapy work. They are often described as "big dogs in a small package.

The Komondor has a long hanging tail, ears that blend in with the coat, and a thick white corded coat that makes it look a lot like a sheep.
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The Labrador Retriever is a friendly, outgoing, and versatile breed known for their excellence as family dogs and service work. They require regular exercise and grooming to stay healthy and happy.

The Lagotto Romagnolo was originally bred for truffle hunting. These dogs are highly devoted and easy to train.

The Lakeland Terrier is a loving and happy breed that is great with kids, but it likes to dig, may bark excessively and can be difficult to house-train.

An athletic and versatile breed, the Large Munsterlander is well known for its luscious black and white coat with long, wavy hair cascading down its ears, chest, legs, and tail.

The Leonberger, a colossal canine of German origin! These beasts are renowned for their immense size and brawn, tipping the scales at a whopping 54-77kgs

The Lhasa Apso is very small, has a body that's longer than it is high, has feathered pendant ears, tails that sometimes have a kink at the end.

Also known as the Little Lion, the Lowchen has pendant-shaped feathered ears and a long wavy coat that usually comes in white, black and lemon.
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The Maltese is a breed with a rich history dating back thousands of years. They hail from the Mediterranean, specifically the island of Malta.

Manchester Terriers originally bred in England as a small hunting dog, they are now popular companion pets.

The Maremma Sheepdog is a large breed that originated in central Italy. This breed is known for its thick white coat and its strong protective instincts, which make it an excellent guardian of livestock such as sheep and cattle.

The Mastiff is a born guard dog, inherently defending its territory and is patient, smart, calm, and gentle with kids, and doesn't bark much.

Originally from Germany, the Miniature Pinscher (Min Pin) is a small, robust dog with a lively and lovable personality.
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The Neapolitan Mastiff, a remarkable breed originating from Italy, where they were utilized as working dogs for hunting and guarding.

The New Zealand Heading Dog is a highly intelligent, hardworking, and trainable breed known for their exceptional herding skills. They require ample exercise and mental stimulation to maintain their health and happiness.

The Newfoundland is a remarkable extra-large breed originally from Canada, where they were bred as working dogs for fishing boats and water rescue.

The Norfolk Terrier is a small, alert and active breed of dog that originated in England.

The Norwegian Elkhound originated in Scandinavia and is one of the most ancient breeds. Puppies are born black and get lighter as their coat develops.

Traditionally the Norwich Terrier was used to flush foxes from the dens during fox hunts. Their small size enabled them to enter and exit dens very easily.

Very similar to a small Golden Retriever, the Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever features a dense straight water-repellent coat that comes in various shades of red and orange.
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Originally bred for herding, these dogs are highly devoted and easily trainable. Loving, friendly, adaptable and smart, the Old English Sheepdog makes a great family companion and is good with kids.
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With ears that look a lot like butterfly wings, the Papillon, is recognised for its intelligence and lively nature.

Originally bred for hunting small game, these dogs are incredibly devoted and trainable. The Parson Russell Terrier is a breed renowned for its intelligence and lively disposition.

The Pekingese is a sensitive, independent, loving, and adorable dog that makes an excellent companion, watchdog, and family dog.

Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is a cheerful, smart, and comical pack dog that loves to explore, dig, and escape, and while it enjoys the company of other dogs.

Renowned for their intelligence, bravery, and devotion, Pitbull Terriers are a dynamic breed that necessitates copious amounts of physical exertion and cognitive stimulation.

The Pomeranian is small and active dog with a fluffy coat. This breed is known to be loyal, intelligent, and outgoing, making them great companions for apartment living.

Miniature Poodles are intelligent, playful, and loyal, they are also highly trainable and excel in obedience and agility competitions.

The Standard Poodle is very smart, proud, graceful and cheerful, one of the easiest dogs to train.

This breed boasts long, flat ears and a high-set tail, with a curly or corded coat.

Initially bred for herding and assisting fishermen. The Portuguese Water Dog is a well-known breed recognized for its intelligence and lively nature.

The Pug is a pint-sized pup with a distinctively crinkled face, short snout, and curly tail.
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The Rhodesian Ridgeback is renowned for its impressive stature and distinctive ridge of hair running along its spine, standing proud in opposition to the rest of its coat.

The Rottweiler is a large and muscular breed, known for their strength, loyalty, and protective nature.
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The Saluki is gentle, friendly, devoted, good with children and may become quite attached to one person.

The Samoyed thrive on human interaction and mingling with fellow furry companions. Their intelligence and trainable nature make them a perfect addition to any family.

Quick, energetic, high-spirited and alert, the Schipperke is very devoted and becomes very attached to its master.

The Schnauzer has a wiry dense outercoat and a soft undercoat. It has courser longer whiskers, beard and eyebrows.

The Giant Schnauzer has a wiry dense outercoat and a soft undercoat. It has courser longer whiskers, beard and eyebrows.

The Miniature Schnauzer is a small, sturdy breed of dog that originated in Germany. They have a distinctive look with their wiry, salt-and-pepper coat, bushy eyebrows, and beard.

The Scottish Deerhound's physical attributes are marked by an impressive size and an athletic build.

This breed was originally called the Aberdeen Terrier, after the Scottish town of Aberdeen.

Sealyham Terriers are a small breed of terrier that were originally developed in Wales in the 19th century for hunting small game.

The Shar Pei is an ancient breed that originated in China, dating back to the Han Dynasty over 2,000 years ago.

Shetland Sheepdogs, also known as Shelties, are a small herding breed of dog that originated in the Shetland Islands of Scotland.

Dating back to ancient Japan, Shiba Inus have been hunting small game such as birds and rabbits for centuries. This breed has become more sought after in the form of dogecoin recently.

Shih Tzu is a small breed of dog originating from China, known for its long, silky fur and cute, round face.

The Siberian Husky boasts a stunning appearance and a dynamic personality. They quickly gained popularity as sled dogs and loyal companions.

The Skye Terrier is a Scottish breed that is known for their loyalty and intelligence.

Originally bred for herding and guarding, The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a breed that is well-known for its intelligence and lively nature.

St Bernard's were initially bred by monks to assist in their search and rescue operations. They were christened after the St Bernard Pass, a treacherous mountain passage that the monks and their dogs bravely crossed.

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a muscular and agile breed known for its loyalty and affectionate nature towards its family. With a short, smooth coat, they are easy to groom and maintain.

Swedish Vallhund can trace its roots all the way back to the Viking era, where they were bred as herding dogs to wrangle cattle and other livestock.
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Discover the unique and athletic Thai Ridgeback, a rare dog breed with a striking ridge along its spine

The Tibetan Mastiff is a loyal and protective breed. With its strong guard dog instincts, they are independent and require firm training, making them best suited for experienced owners.

The Tibetan Spaniel is a small, intelligent breed of dog that originated in Tibet. They have a friendly and affectionate personality, and are known for being great companion dogs.

The Tibetan Terrier is a highly intelligent and energetic breed that was originally bred for herding livestock in Tibet.
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The Vizsla is a recognized breed known for its intelligence and athletic nature.
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The Weimaraner is a breathtakingly formidable breed, boasting a striking silver-gray coat, a sleek and sinewy physique, and piercing blue or amber eyes that are sure to leave you in awe

Long and low to the ground, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi has erect ears, very short legs and a water-resistant double coat.

The Welsh Corgi (Pembroke) is a recognized breed known for its high energy, and were traditionally used as cattle drivers, vermin hunters and farm guards.

The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a medium-sized working dog with long ears fringed with hair. This dog is the cousin of the English Springer Spaniel and the Cocker Spaniel.

The Welsh Terrier is active, happy, smart, affectionate, patient with children and best suited for an active family.

Often called the Westie, the West Highland White Terrier has a straight hard outer coat that's about 5cm long and a soft thick undercoat.

Whippets are a breed of dog known for their sleek and graceful appearance. They are affectionate, intelligent, and adaptable, making them great family pets.

The White Swiss Shepherd is a breed of dog known for its intelligence, loyalty, and protective nature.
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Xoloitzcuintli, also known as the Mexican Hairless or Xolo for short, is an ancient and rare breed of hairless dog with a loyal and affectionate personality.
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This breed was traditionally used for hunting badgers and foxes - a Yorkshire Terrier is small enough to get into their dens and burrows.
Introducing the four-legged heroes of our breed page: the loyal and courageous dogs who have captured our hearts with their unwavering devotion and selfless acts of bravery. From the energetic and playful Labrador Retriever to the regal and dignified German Shepherd, each breed has its own unique traits and qualities that make them true heroes in their own right. Whether serving as guide dogs for the blind, search and rescue dogs in disaster zones, or simply providing love and companionship to their owners, these dogs have earned their place as beloved members of our families and communities. Get to know these remarkable canines and discover why they are truly man's best friend.