Dogs are the domesticated descendants of the Wolf. They have either the scientific name of Canis familiaris (domestic dog) as a separate species or Canis lupus familiaris (domestic wolf dog) as a subspecies of the Wolf. Dogs are in the family Canidae, the dog-like carnivorans or canids, while the genus Canis means “dog” and includes wolves, dogs, coyotes and jackals. Their subfamily is Caninae, or canines, while their tribe is the dog-like or “true dog” tribe Canini and their sub-tribe is the wolf-like canids of Canina. Dogs are one of the first animals to be domesticated by prehistoric man.
Dog Characteristics
All members of the genus Canis have common physical characteristics. Bone structure, behavior and reproduction are just a few markers that are unique to canids. Dogs also have unique characteristics that distinguish them from wolves. You can use some of these markers to determine whether a canid is a wolf or a dog.
Canine teeth
Teeth are one of the easiest ways to identify a canine. Most canids (of the family Canidae) have 42 teeth, with a dental formula of:
3.1.4.2
3.1.4.3.
Other canid features
Canids generally share similar skull features, basic body shape, monogamous and pack behavior and retention of adult offspring.
Dog features
Dogs have a greater variance in behavioral and physical variation than any other land mammal, including wolves. Dogs have starch gel electrophoresis of red blood cell acid phosphatase. They also have smaller, compressed and crumpled tymphanic bullae. Physically, they have a more domed forehead and “stop” between the nose and forehead. Wolves have a more prominent temporalis muscle (the muscle that closes the jaws) and do not have dew claws on their back legs. Dogs lack a pre-caudal gland and go into estrus twice instead of once a year. Whereas dogs usually have brown eyes, wolves have amber or pale-colored eyes. Their skin is thicker and their paws are half the size of those of a wolf.
Some house plants are poisonous to dogs, including Begonia, Poinsettia and Aloe Vera. Many human food items are indigestible or toxic to dogs, such as chocolate, onion, garlic, macadamia nuts, xylitol and nicotine. Diet-wise, dogs are omnivores and can handle a diet with more starch in it than a wolf, which is more strictly carnivorous.
Dog Exceptions
There are several tribes of the subfamily Caninae. The dog-like tribe Canini is sister to the wolf-like tribe Vulpini. They are in the suborder Caniformia or Canoidea, the dog-like carnivorans. It stands in stark contrast to the cat-like carnivorans, the Feliformia or Feloidea suborder of Carnivora.
Types of Dogs
There are several types of dog groups that are classified based on what they were bred to do:
Sporting dogs
Sporting dogs were bred to help their hunters capture and retrieve game birds. Retrievers swim and focus on waterfowl, while setters, spaniels and pointers hunt game birds. Their coats are often thick and water-repellant to protect against the elements. Some examples of sporting dog breeds are Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, the Nova Scotia Dock Tolling Retriever, Cocker Spaniel and German Shorthaired Pointer.
Hound dogs
Hound dogs were bred to chase after warm-blooded, terrestrial prey. They are generally divided into sighthounds, who use speed and vision to chase jackrabbits and antelopes, while scent hounds can use their noses to trail raccoons and people. All have strong prey drives. Some examples of hound dog breeds are Bloodhound, Greyhound and Dachshund.
Working dogs
Working dogs were bred to perform tasks such as guarding families or pulling sleds and carts. The Boxer, Great Dane and Rottweiler and a few examples of working dog breeds.
Herding dogs
Herding dogs are a type of working dog along with service dogs. While herding dogs help herd livestock, service dogs help people with disabilities. However, they differ in that they were bred specifically to herd livestock, such as sheep, cattle and reindeer. Some are excellent for police and military work. A few examples of herding dog breeds are Border Collie, German Shepherd and Icelandic Sheepdog.
Terrier dogs
Terrier dogs were bred to be small in order to go after vermin hiding in the ground. They include terrier breeds, which have long legs to dig out rodents, and “bully” breeds, which were used for bull-baiting and now make companion dogs. Bull Terrier, Scottish Terrier and Welsh Terrier are examples of terrier dog breeds.
Toy dogs
Toy dogs were bred for their small size to be companion dogs. They are perfect for city dwellers or anyone living in a small house. A few examples of toy dog breeds are Chihuahua, Pug and Shih Tzu.
Non-sporting dogs
Non-sporting dogs do not fit into any of the other group types and were bred to be companionship animals. The Bulldog, Dalmatian and Poodle are a few examples of non-sporting dogs.
Dog-wolf hybrids
Dogs share a common ancestor with modern wolves. Many large dog breeds have been bred with wolves, such as malamutes and huskies. Some are sought by private citizens, while others have been used for security work. For example, the Russians in the late 1990s created a breeding program for wolf-dog hybrids called Volkosoby or Volkosob, which are used for border control. See a list of 8 dogs that look like wolves here.
Types of Dogs
Affenpinscher
First bred in 17th century Germany!
Afghan Hound
First used as a shepherd and hunter!
Ainu
An innate sense of direction!
Airedale Terrier
Very intelligent, independent and strong-minded!
Airedoodle
This is a great pooch for rough-housing and one-to-one.
Akbash
Often used as a guard dog!
Akita
Very clean, intelligent and loyal!
Akita Shepherd
The Akita Shepherd descends from a lineage of working dogs.
Alabai
The Alabai’s genes indicate that this breed has been around for more than 5,000 years.
Alaskan Husky
The Alaskan Husky is one of the most common sled dogs in the world
Alaskan Malamute
Often used as sled dogs!
Alaskan Shepherd
This dog’s Malamute ancestors once came to America across the Bering Strait.
Alpine Dachsbracke
Good companion and hard-working breed!
Alusky
Alusky dogs are known for their sledding pulling skills.
American Bulldog
Can jump up to 6ft high!
American Cocker Spaniel
Merry, outgoing, and eager to please!
American Coonhound
Easygoing and people-friendly!
American Eskimo Dog
The American Eskimo has splendid all white fur and an upturned tail
American Foxhound
Sweet, kind, loyal, and very loving!
American Hairless Terrier
The American hairless terrier comes in two varieties with one having a very short coat.
American Pit Bull Terrier
These dogs are very energetic and would be up for a game at any given point of time
American Staffordshire Terrier
Bred to be extremely friendly!
American Water Spaniel
Friendly and intelligent!
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Guards it's master's flocks!
Appenzeller Dog
Herding dog by nature!
Apple Head Chihuahua
Apple Head Chihuahuas are toy breed dogs with a history dating back to ancient Mexico. They are lovable, loyal, smart and courageous with a lengthy lifespan despite being the world's smallest canines.
Aussiedoodle
The breed has its own popular Instagram page (Aussiedoodles Daily)!
Aussiedor
Aussiedors come in black, brown, cream, yellow, and almost every imaginable color due to their parentage!
Australian Bulldog
The Aussie is a strong swimmer, a good workout in nice weather.
Australian Cattle Dog
High energy levels and active minds!
Australian Kelpie Dog
Friendly, intelligent and energetic!
Australian Labradoodle
The "Australian" just refers to where the breed originated
Australian Retriever
The Australian Retriever may have two different eye colors.
Australian Shepherd
Sweet, faithful and affectionate!
Australian Terrier
Spirited, alert and courageous!
Basenji Dog
Alert, affectionate and energetic!
Bassador
This dog is also known as a Bassetdor or a Basset Lab.
Basset Fauve de Bretagne
A friendly and intelligent hunting dog that loves nothing more than to spend time with its owner.
Basset Hound
Forget the training when not rewarded!
Bassetoodle
Basset hounds have been around since the 7th century, but the bassetoodle made its first appearance in the 2000s.
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Calm, quiet and poised!
Bea-Tzu
The Bea-Tzu has a fast-growing coat
Beabull
An excellent companion for cats!
Beagador
Beagadors like to dig, so make sure your garden has a good fence around it.
Beagle
Have become popular family pets!
Beagle Shepherd
This dog can perform a wide range of exotic and acrobatic tricks that are not expected of a dog this size.
Beaglier
These dogs have great sniffer abilities
Beago
Beagos are good swimmers like their Golden Retriever parent.
Bearded Collie
Weekly brushing is mandatory!
Beaski
Beaskis love to play, so get ready to go on plenty of long walks.
Bedlington Terrier
Highly active and intelligent dogs!
Belgian Shepherd
The sheepdog is also known as the Groenendael. All four Belgian varieties have nicknames for Belgian villages.
Bergamasco
Bergamascos are excellent problem solvers; they were bred to be independent as they work alongside their nomadic shepherd owners.
Bernedoodle
The Bernedoodle was first bred in 2003 to create a dog with a similar temperament to the Bernese Mountain Dog that would have a longer lifespan.
Bernese Mountain Dog
Very loyal, faithful and affectionate!
Bernese Shepherd
Bernese shepherds prefer cool climates
Bichon Frise
Gentle mannered, playful and affectionate!
Bichpoo
Despite its small size, the alert nature and sharp bark of this canine make it a good watch dog.
Biewer Terrier
A toy terrier dog and is elegant and tri-colored.
Black Russian Terrier
Confident, calm and highly intelligent!
Bloodhound
Affectionate, gentle and even-tempered!
Blue Lacy Dog
Originated in Texas in the mid 1800s!
Bluetick Coonhound
Has an uncanny knack for problem-solving!
Boggle
Boggles at animal rescues are often mistaken for pitbulls because they have a similar facial structure.
Boglen Terrier
Boglen terriers are also occasionally known as boggles.
Bolognese Dog
From the northern Italian city of Bologna!
Borador
Boradors make excellent police dogs and are used often on search and rescue missions.
Border Collie
Highly intelligent and alert breed!
Border Terrier
Small, rough-coated breed of terrier!
Bordoodle
Bordoodles are much quieter than other Doodles and require far less exercise.
Borkie
Most Borkies inherit the signature howl of their Beagle parent.
Boston Terrier
Friendly, lovable and very strong!
Boxador
Boxadors are extremely smart and catch onto backyard games very quickly!
Boxer Dog
Bright, energetic and playful!
Boxerdoodle
The Boxerdoodle has a strong hunting dog lineage.
Boxsky
Boxers were bred to be working war dogs, and their boxsky descendants still love to help out on ranches and other outdoor jobs.
Boxweiler
Boxweilers come in a variety of colors, but they usually feature the subtle brindle pattern that their boxer parents are so famous for.
Boykin Spaniel
Enthusiastic working dog!
Brazilian Terrier
Small body and tri-coloured coat!
Brittany
The breed was formerly known as the Brittany spaniel
Bull Terrier
Needs to be kept active!
Bulldog
Friendly, loving and docile!
Bullmastiff
Courageous, loyal and calm!
Cairn Terrier
Intelligent, lively and strong!
Canaan Dog
Has a strong survival instinct!
Cane Corso
Cane Corsos nearly became extinct in the mid 1900’s, but the breed was revived by a group of Italians. Even so, they still didn’t become known in many other parts of the world until after 1988.
Carolina Dog
Wild dog breed discovered in the 1970s!
Cavador
The Cavador is a good service dog.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Highly playful and affectionate!
Cavapoo
The temperament of a Cavapoo allows this breed to make an excellent family dog as well as a great therapy dog.
Cesky Fousek
An affectionate hunting dog!
Cesky Terrier
This breed is also known as the Bohemian Terrier (Bohemia was an historical Medieval kingdom and a region of the modern Czech Republic)
Cheagle
Some Cheagles have an excellent sense of smell.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Bright and happy disposition!
Chihuahua
Curious and devoted personality!
Chinese Crested Dog
A hairless breed of dog!
Chinese Shar-Pei
These dogs have a blue and black tongue.
Chinook
A calm and friendly breed!
Chipoo
The Chipoo was first bred in the 1970s
Chorkie
Chorkies are very fond of their owners and will love to sit in their laps for long amounts of time!
Chow Chow
Loyal and affectionate to it's family!
Chow Shepherd
The Chow Shepherd is also known as the Sheprachow.
Clumber Spaniel
Has a thick, soft coat!
Cockapoo
Cockapoos became popular in the 1960s as a sweet, family dog.
Collie
Gentle and devoted!
Corgidor
Corgidors are herding dogs that typically help out on cattle farms.
Corgipoo
These dogs are highly intelligent and are easy to train.
Corkie
One of the Corkie’s parent breeds, the Cocker Spaniel, was thought to have come over on the Mayflower.
Corman Shepherd
Corman Shepherds can be great watchdogs and are often very protective of their owners.
Curly Coated Retriever
A lively and fun-loving breed!
Dachsador
This hybrid dog is also known as a Doxador or a Weinerdor.
Dachshund
Fun and playful breed of small dog!
Dalmadoodle
Dalmatians were originally bred to run alongside carriages, and their dalmadoodle descendents have the same long legs and high energy.
Dalmador
Dalmador breeding skyrocketed after the 16 release of the live-action 101 Dalmatians movie.
Dalmatian
Have an energetic and playful nature!
Dapple Dachshund
A Dapple Dachshund’s dappling pattern may be just one spot, or it may be numerous spots and splashes on their coat.
Deer Head Chihuahua
The Chihuahua is the smallest dog breed in the world.
Deutsche Bracke
Has long drop ears and a long narrow tail!
Doberman Pinscher
A gentle, loyal and loving breed!
Dog
First domesticated in South-East Asia!
Dogo Argentino
Loyal and affectionate to their family!
Dogue De Bordeaux
Extremely loyal and devoted to it's master!
Dorkie
Dorkies are so laid-back they sometimes need extra incentive to exercise each day.
Double Doodle
Exact origin unknown.
Doxiepoo
Doxiepoos are an unpredictable breed that can come in a variety of appearances and sizes.
Doxle
Doxles have long floppy ears
Drever
Uncommon outside of Europe!
Dunker
A friendly and relaxed dog!
English Cocker Spaniel
Intelligent yet stubborn by nature!
English Cream Golden Retriever
Although their coats can get incredibly light in color, golden retrievers never have purely white coats.
English Shepherd
Highly intelligent and independent!
English Springer Spaniel
Friendly and eager to please!
Entlebucher Mountain Dog
Native to parts of the Swiss Alps!
Epagneul Pont Audemer
Hard-working, gentle and affectionate!
Eskimo Dog
Takes pure delight in cold weather!
Eskipoo
Eskipoos are called pookimos by the American Canine Hybrid Club, Designer Dogs Kennel Club, and Designer Breed Registry.
Estrela Mountain Dog
Very protective and stubborn!
Feist
The word feisty derived from this type of dog.
Field Spaniel
A sociable and adaptable breed!
Finnish Spitz
Likes to bark a lot!
Flat-Coated Retriever
A game retrieving gun-dog!
Fox Terrier
First bred in the mid-19th century!
French Bulldog
French bulldogs are known to be very sensitive, harboring emotions that they love to express
Frengle
Frengles have a haunting howl very similar to their Beagle parent.
Gerberian Shepsky
German Shepherds, Siberian Huskies, and Gerberian Shepskies are all popular choices for police dogs.
German Pinscher
Highly intelligent and fast learners!
German Shepherd Guide
Highly active and fearless dogs!
German Sheppit
The German Sheppit is well-suited for guarding and police work.
German Sheprador
There is a chance that the German Sheprador may inherit a love for water from its parent.
German Spitz
There are five different sub-breeds of the German Spitz.
Giant Schnauzer
Large, powerful and dominant!
Giant Schnoodle
Both parents of the Giant Schnoodle are hypoallergenic, making this one of the Doodle breeds that's safest for dander-sensitive owners.
Glechon
Glechons are talented in the area of search and rescue, as their sense of smell makes them great at tracking.
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
This dog is also named the Wicklow Terrier after the county of its origin.
Goberian
These dogs are great around children and are very playful around them.
Goldador
Goldadors were not intentionally bred until the early 2000s!
Golden Dox
Golden doxes don't have to be tiny. This breed looks different depending on whether the mix includes a regular dachshund or the mini version of the species.
Golden Newfie
These dogs love to swim and instinctively know how to swim.
Golden Pyrenees
Golden Pyrenees make great therapy dogs due to their intelligence and gentle nature.
Golden Retriever
Trusting, kind and gentle!
Golden Saint
Golden saints come in all kinds of colors. You can find them in tan, chocolate, yellow, brindled, spotted, and almost any other pattern you can think of.
Golden Shepherd
The Golden Shepherds were first recognized by the International Designer Canine Registry in 2009.
Goldendoodle
Due to their breeding, no two Goldendoodles are alike.
Great Dane
Large and imposing in appearance!
Great Danoodle
Both Great Danes and Poodles are in the top 15 most popular AKC breeds - which makes Great Danoodles a shoo-in for popularity.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Protective and gentle by nature!
Greenland Dog
Strong and speedy breed of dog!
Greyhound
Extremely fast and athletic!
Griffonshire
Griffonshires are so little they are easily mistaken for puppies throughout their lives.
Harrier
Cheerful, tolerant and sweet-tempered!
Havanese
These are the only dogs that are native to Cuba
Havapoo
The exact appearance of a Havapoo can vary based on whether the genes of its Poodle or Havanese parent are more dominant.
Havashire
Both of the Havashire’s parent breeds were very popular among the upper classes.
Horgi
Horgis have a silly side and love to be the center of attention.
Huskador
Huskadors are gaining in popularity as service dogs.
Husky Jack
Due to the mix of genes, a Husky Jack’s coat may be a variety of colors including black, gray, white, red, sable, or mixed colors.
Huskydoodle
Huskydoodles are known for their jumping abilities!
Ibizan Hound
Intelligent, active and engaging by nature!
Irish Doodle
Irish Doodles can be very active dogs, but they also love just hanging out with their family members in the house.
Irish Setter
Can live for up to 16 years!
Irish Terrier
An average 300 Irish Terrier puppies are born each year in the United States.
Irish WolfHound
Sweet-tempered, patient and thoughtful!
Italian Greyhound
The Italian Greyhound is a miniature dog with a big motor and personality!
Jack Russell
Intelligent, athletic and fearless!
Jackabee
The Jackabee has an excellent sense of smell.
Japanese Chin
Alert, intelligent and independent!
Japanese Terrier
Japanese Terriers are also called Nippon Terriers
Keeshond
Friendly, alert dogs that are loyal to their owners
Kerry Blue Terrier
They are born black, and turn gray-blue as they age.
Kooikerhondje
If Kooikerhondjes look familiar, it’s because old Dutch masters like Rembrandt and Jan Steen liked to paint them.
Koolie
The name "koolie" comes from the German mispronunciation of "collie."
Kuvasz
Ownership of this dog was once restricted to the Hungarian nobility
Labmaraner
Loves to participate in activities.
Labradane
Labradanes can come with both sold-color coats and the more exciting patterns that you typically see on Great Danes.
Labradoodle
Friendly and energetic mix-breed!
Labrador Retriever
Well-balanced, friendly and versatile!
Labraheeler
These dogs have medium-sized pendant ears.
Lakeland Terrier
These dogs were once used by farmers to keep foxes away from herds of sheep.
Lhasapoo
A Lhasapoo’s coat can be curly like a poodle’s or long and silky like a Lhasa Apso’s.
Malteagle
Malteagles are one of the smallest beagle hybrids and love to follow their owners everywhere.
Maltese
Originally bred in Europe!
Maltipoo
Maltipoos may have one of three different coat types depending on the specific genes they inherit from their parents. These include silky, curly, or wavy.
Manchester Terrier
Fences are no match for Manchester terriers. They’re great escape artists!
Mastador
The Mastador gets its enormous size from its Mastiff parent
Mastiff
Courageous, calm and affectionate!
Meagle
The Meagle has an incredible sense of smell.
Mini Labradoodle
The first mini labradoodle was bred in the early 1990s - almost immediately after standard labradoodles became popular.
Miniature Bull Terrier
This dog has a very happy-go-lucky temperament.
Miniature Husky
The Miniature Husky has a double coat that it sheds twice annually. Also, some people confuse them with Alaskan Klee Kai, which have similar blue eyes.
Mongrel
Has characteristics of two or more breeds!
Morkie
A Morkie puppy can weigh as little as 4 ounces.
Mountain Feist
Mountain Feists were bred in the southern United States as a dog that could help with hunting small game.
Neapolitan Mastiff
Fearless and extremely protective of it's home!
Newfoundland
Introduced by Vikings more than 1,000 years ago!
Newfypoo
Newfypoos have a thick oily coat that can be hard to groom.
Norfolk Terrier
Fearless but not aggressive!
Norwich Terrier
Though Norwich terriers are small, they have a reputation for being feisty.
Old English Sheepdog
Intelligent, sociable and playful!
Otterhound
Otterhounds have webbed feet making them great swimmers!
Parson Russell Terrier
The root stock of the breed was a dog named Trump
Patterdale Terrier
A Patterdale Terrier’s small body structure allows it to squeeze into fox burrows.
Peagle
Peagles enjoy being the center of attention. This can make them a very entertaining breed to own.
Pekingese
Thought to be over 2,000 years old!
Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen
A small dog with a big, lively personality.
Petite Goldendoodle
Like their purebred parents, these dogs love the water!
Pitador
There are several names for this breed, including the Labrabull or the Pitador Retriever.
Pitsky
Most Pitskies will do best as the only pet in a home. They may become aggressive with other dogs (especially two unneutered male dogs) and could try to chase or catch small pets due to their higher prey drive.
Pocket Beagle
Queen Elizabeth I of England once owned several Pocket Beagles
Pointer
An independent, loyal and high energy breed!
Polish Lowland Sheepdog
Despite having shaggy hair that covers its eyes, this dog is known for its watchful gaze when guarding a herd.
Pomapoo
Pomapoos like companionship and do not like being alone. They may do better in a home with other dogs.
Pomeagle
Pomeagles are sweet and fun dogs that like to spend time exploring their environment.
Pomeranian
The ancestors of the Pomeranian were sled dogs.
Pomsky
The howls and barks of a Pomsky can sound like singing
Poochon
The Poochon was first bred in Australia.
Poodle
Intelligent, alert and active!
Poogle
The Poogle is one of 40 different doodle dog breeds (poodle mixes).
Pudelpointer
Like their poodle parent, Pudelpointers love to swim in pools!
Pug
Fun and sociable, yet stubborn!
Pugapoo
The pugapoo is the fusion of a pug and a poodle.
Puggle
These dogs are active and are often patient around children.
Pugshire
With their incredible desire to show affection, Pugshire make great lap dogs.
Pyrador
Most popular as a companion pet
Pyredoodle
Pyredoodles can have a thick double coat or a thinner single coat.
Raggle
Raggles are known for their energy and curiosity.
Rat Terrier
Rat terriers were popular with farmers before 1930 because of their ability to kill rodents.
Rottsky
Many Rottskies have one brown eye and one blue eye.
Rottweiler
Strong, loyal and self-assured!
Russell Terrier
The Russell Terrier was bred to be a good fox hunter with a keen sense of smell
Russian Bear Dog
The bite of a Russian Bear Dog is stronger than a lion’s bite.
Saint Bernard
Gentle, loyal and friendly!
Saint Shepherd
These dogs have an eager-to-please attitude, making them sweet and happy pets.
Schneagle
This hybrid dog is a great companion and doesn’t do well being left alone but is suitable for apartments or houses with backyards!
Scottish Terrier
This breed is nicknamed the “Diehard” because of its iron will and steely determination.
Sealyham Terrier
Very endangered breed that is scion of several breeds that include one that is already extinct
Sheepadoodle
Sheepadoodles were first bred as an experiment for use as a military dog in the Army in the 1960s, however they didn’t really gain popularity until 2007.
Shepadoodle
Some police officers with allergies use Shepadoodles as their K-9 partner
Shepkita
These dogs can sometimes be overly aggressive.
Shepweiler
The Shepweiler is an excellent guard dog.
Shiba Inu
Shiba Inus are one of six native dog breeds from Japan.
Shih Tzu
Can live for up to 15 years!
Shollie
Shollies are a fairly new type of crossbreed!
Siberian Husky
Is adequately warm in sub-zero temperatures!
Siberian Retriever
Many husky Labs have one blue eye and one brown eye.
Siberpoo
Although a lack of documentation makes it unclear, the first Siberpoo was probably bred in either the 1970s or 1980s.
Silky Terrier
Silky terriers can be trained to participate in many events, including herding, agility, rally, tracking and fly ball.
Silver Labrador
The Labrador is the most popular breed in the United States and most of these dogs have blue eyes at a young age, before they turn another color.
Skye Terrier
Skye terriers are the oldest terrier breed, dating back at least 400 years.
Smooth Fox Terrier
These dogs are known for their fast digging abilities.
Snorkie
Snorkies are known for their funny, attention-getting antics.
Spanador
The Spanador is a good swimmer.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Known for their loyalty to their family!
Taco Terrier
Taco terriers are known by a variety of names, including the Chitoxy Toy and the Chiwoxy.
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Often just called 'Teddies' by owners
Tenterfield Terrier
These terriers have quick minds and fast feet making them excellent for agility competitions.
Terrier
Terriers were once the greatest dogs in the world.
Texas Heeler
Though they are loyal to their family, these dogs can be shy around strangers.
Thai Ridgeback
In their native Thailand, Thai Ridgebacks were used to hunt cobras.
Tibetan Mastiff
Originally bred in the Himalayan mountains!
Tibetan Spaniel
Originally bred to be a companion dog in Tibetan Buddhist lamaseries.
Tibetan Terrier
Tibetan terriers have round, flat, “snow shoe” feet that evolved to give them traction on snowy Himalayan paths
Torkie
The Torkie has a soft silky coat
Toy Fox Terrier
Hunters still use the toy fox to go into a fox's den and flush the animal out.
Toy Poodle
The word poodle is derived from German, and it means to splash or puddle.
Weimardoodle
This dog is also known as the Weimarpoo, the Weimaranerpoo, and the Weimaranerdoodle.
Welsh Corgi
There are two distinct breeds!
Welsh Terrier
The Welsh Terrier has the strength and tenacity to take on foxes and badgers.
West Highland Terrier
Most commonly white in colour!
Westiepoo
This dog is known for cocking its head in a curious manner when listening to its owner.
Wheaten Terrier
Originally bred as a farm dog, the Wheaten Terrier can be very protective of its domain.
Whippet
Quiet, gentle and restful dogs!
Whoodle
Whoodles are good swimmers
Wire Fox Terrier
The Wire Fox Terrier was bred from the now extinct Rough Coated Black and Tan Terrier to hunt down foxes.
Yakutian Laika
The Yakute people were likely the first to use dogs to pull sleds, so the Yakutian Laika was probably among the first sled dogs.
Yoranian
These dogs are very intelligent and are great with children.
Yorkie Bichon
Yorkie Bichons can come in a wide range of colors including black, white, blonde, gray, golden, or dark brown.
Yorkie Poo
The Yorkie-Poo originated from the hybrid poodle phase of the late 20th century
Yorkshire Terrier
Highly energetic and eager for adventure!
List of Dog Breeds
- Affenpinscher
- Afghan Hound
- Ainu
- Airedale Terrier
- Airedoodle
- Akbash
- Akita
- Akita Shepherd
- Alabai
- Alaskan Husky
- Alaskan Malamute
- Alaskan Shepherd
- Alpine Dachsbracke
- Alusky
- American Alsatian
- American Bulldog
- American Cocker Spaniel
- American Coonhound
- American Eskimo Dog
- American Foxhound
- American Hairless Terrier
- American Pit Bull Terrier
- American Staffordshire Terrier
- American Water Spaniel
- Anatolian Shepherd Dog
- Appenzeller Dog
- Apple Head Chihuahua
- Aussiedoodle
- Aussiedor
- Australian Bulldog
- Australian Cattle Dog
- Australian Kelpie Dog
- Australian Labradoodle
- Australian Retriever
- Australian Shepherd
- Australian Terrier
- Basenji Dog
- Bassador
- Basset Fauve de Bretagne
- Basset Hound
- Bassetoodle
- Bavarian Mountain Hound
- Bea-Tzu
- Beabull
- Beagador
- Beagle
- Beagle Shepherd
- Beaglier
- Beago
- Bearded Collie
- Beaski
- Bedlington Terrier
- Belgian Shepherd
- Bergamasco
- Bernedoodle
- Bernese Mountain Dog
- Bernese Shepherd
- Bichon Frise
- Bichpoo
- Biewer Terrier
- Black Russian Terrier
- Bloodhound
- Blue Lacy Dog
- Bluetick Coonhound
- Boggle
- Boglen Terrier
- Bolognese Dog
- Borador
- Border Collie
- Border Terrier
- Bordoodle
- Borkie
- Boston Terrier
- Boxador
- Boxer Dog
- Boxerdoodle
- Boxsky
- Boxweiler
- Boykin Spaniel
- Brazilian Terrier
- British Timber
- Brittany
- Bull Terrier
- Bulldog
- Bullmastiff
- Cairn Terrier
- Canaan Dog
- Canadian Eskimo Dog
- Cane Corso
- Carolina Dog
- Cavador
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
- Cavapoo
- Cesky Fousek
- Cesky Terrier
- Cheagle
- Chesapeake Bay Retriever
- Chihuahua
- Chinese Crested Dog
- Chinese Shar-Pei
- Chinook
- Chipoo
- Chorkie
- Chow Chow
- Chow Shepherd
- Clumber Spaniel
- Cockapoo
- Collie
- Corgidor
- Corgipoo
- Corkie
- Corman Shepherd
- Curly Coated Retriever
- Dachsador
- Dachshund
- Dalmadoodle
- Dalmador
- Dalmatian
- Dapple Dachshund
- Deer Head Chihuahua
- Deutsche Bracke
- Doberman Pinscher
- Dog
- Dogo Argentino
- Dogue De Bordeaux
- Dorkie
- Double Doodle
- Doxiepoo
- Doxle
- Drever
- Dunker
- English Cocker Spaniel
- English Cream Golden Retriever
- English Pointer
- English Shepherd
- English Springer Spaniel
- Entlebucher Mountain Dog
- Epagneul Pont Audemer
- Eskimo Dog
- Eskipoo
- Estrela Mountain Dog
- Feist
- Field Spaniel
- Finnish Spitz
- Flat-Coated Retriever
- Fox Terrier
- French Bulldog
- Frengle
- Gerberian Shepsky
- German Pinscher
- German Shepherd Guide
- German Sheppit
- German Sheprador
- German Spitz
- Giant Schnauzer
- Giant Schnoodle
- Glechon
- Glen Of Imaal Terrier
- Goberian
- Goldador
- Golden Dox
- Golden Newfie
- Golden Pyrenees
- Golden Retriever
- Golden Saint
- Golden Shepherd
- Goldendoodle
- Great Dane
- Great Danoodle
- Great Pyrenees
- Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
- Greenland Dog
- Greyhound
- Griffonshire
- Harrier
- Havanese
- Havapoo
- Havashire
- Horgi
- Huskador
- Husky Jack
- Huskydoodle
- Ibizan Hound
- Irish Doodle
- Irish Setter
- Irish Terrier
- Irish WolfHound
- Italian Greyhound
- Jack Russell
- Jackabee
- Japanese Chin
- Japanese Terrier
- Keeshond
- Kerry Blue Terrier
- Kooikerhondje
- Koolie
- Kuvasz
- Labmaraner
- Labradane
- Labradoodle
- Labrador Retriever
- Labraheeler
- Lakeland Terrier
- Lhasapoo
- Malteagle
- Maltese
- Maltipoo
- Manchester Terrier
- Mastador
- Mastiff
- Meagle
- Mini Labradoodle
- Miniature Bull Terrier
- Miniature Husky
- Mongrel
- Morkie
- Mountain Cur
- Mountain Feist
- Neapolitan Mastiff
- Newfoundland
- Newfypoo
- Norfolk Terrier
- Northern Inuit Dog
- Norwich Terrier
- Old English Sheepdog
- Otterhound
- Parson Russell Terrier
- Patterdale Terrier
- Peagle
- Pekingese
- Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen
- Petite Goldendoodle
- Pitador
- Pitsky
- Pocket Beagle
- Pointer
- Polish Lowland Sheepdog
- Pomapoo
- Pomeagle
- Pomeranian
- Pomsky
- Poochon
- Poodle
- Poogle
- Pudelpointer
- Pug
- Pugapoo
- Puggle
- Pugshire
- Pyrador
- Pyredoodle
- Raggle
- Rat Terrier
- Rottsky
- Rottweiler
- Russell Terrier
- Russian Bear Dog
- Saarloos Wolfdog
- Saint Bernard
- Saint Shepherd
- Samoyed
- Schneagle
- Schnoodle
- Scottish Terrier
- Sealyham Terrier
- Sheepadoodle
- Shepadoodle
- Shepkita
- Shepweiler
- Shiba Inu
- Shih Poo
- Shih Tzu
- Shollie
- Siberian Husky
- Siberian Retriever
- Siberpoo
- Silky Terrier
- Silver Labrador
- Skye Terrier
- Smooth Fox Terrier
- Snorkie
- Spanador
- Springerdoodle
- Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- Swedish Vallhund
- Taco Terrier
- Tamaskan
- Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
- Tenterfield Terrier
- Terrier
- Texas Heeler
- Thai Ridgeback
- Tibetan Mastiff
- Tibetan Spaniel
- Tibetan Terrier
- Torkie
- Toy Fox Terrier
- Toy Poodle
- Utonagan
- Weimardoodle
- Welsh Corgi
- Welsh Terrier
- West Highland Terrier
- Westiepoo
- Wheaten Terrier
- Whippet
- Whoodle
- Wire Fox Terrier
- Yakutian Laika
- Yoranian
- Yorkie Bichon
- Yorkie Poo
- Yorkshire Terrier
Dog Breeds FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
What is a dog?
Any canine descended from the domesticated common ancestor of dogs and wolves, in the family Canidae, genus Canis.
What is the largest dog?
The largest dog ever depends if you’re looking at the tallest, longest or heaviest. Freddy the Great Dane in England measured 40.75 inches tall, while the Old English Mastiff Aicama Zorba in England measured 8 feet, 3 inches from nose to tail and was also the heaviest dog in the world at 343lbs. Great Danes are the tallest dog breed and English Mastiffs are the heaviest.
What is the smallest dog?
The smallest dog in terms of height is a Chihuahua in Puerto Rico named Milly, who measured 9.65 cm (3.8 in) tall. The smallest dog breed is the Chihuahua.
What did dogs evolve from?
Dogs evolved and genetically diverged from a common ancestor with wolves in the Late Pleistocene era about 11,700 years ago. The grey wolf is the closest living relative of the dog, with cross-breeding having occurred during the dog’s domestication. There is no agreement as to when dogs were domesticated, but the process occurred somewhere around 11,000 years ago when hunter-gatherers closely associated with live populations of aurochs, beer, sheep and goats after beginning an association with wolves.
What are the different types of dogs?
There are 7 types of dogs: Sporting, Hound, Herding, Working, Terrier, Toy and Non-sporting.
What is the scientific name for a dog?
Canis familiaris is the scientific name for a dog if it’s considered a distinct species from the wolf. It’s Canis lupus familiaris if considered a subspecies of the wolf.
What is the most dangerous dog breed?
Prey dogs are considered to be the most dangerous due to their strong bite and large muscle mass. The Pit Bull is currently said to be the most dangerous dog breed, although the Rottweiler and Inu also have a reputation for being dangerous at different times or in different areas of the world.
Are Dogs really color blind?
No, they do not see in black-and-white. However, they are red-green color-blind.
What are some examples of small dog breeds?
Chihuahua, Boston Terrier, Shih Tzu, Pug, and Dachshund are some small dog breeds.
