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Border Terrier
Bred to chase foxes through rugged borderland terrain and squeeze into underground dens, this compact working terrier defies every assumption…
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Bedlington Terrier
Bedlington Terriers are compact, yet energetic little dogs. Originating from Bedlington, England, they were originally used in hunting rats, mice,…
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Beagle
Bred to hunt since ancient Greece, this beloved scent hound hides a surprisingly stubborn streak beneath those floppy ears and…
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Boxer Dog
From ancient Assyrian war dogs to beloved family companions, this breed carries a surprisingly complex history beneath that playful exterior,…
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Bavarian Mountain Hound
Bred in the Bavarian mountains to track wounded game that other dogs simply cannot find, this rare scent hound carries…
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Chow Chow
Once pampered by Chinese emperors and later displayed as wild zoo exhibits, this deceptively fluffy breed carries a complex history…
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Basset Hound
Basset hounds have a stubborn streak that manifests as a charming personality trait. Although they are obedient, you should expect…
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Bullmastiff
England's gamekeepers needed a dog that could run down a poacher in total darkness, pin him silently to the ground,…
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Mongrel
Adopting a mixed-breed dog sounds like a bargain until you realize you might bring home a puppy that grows three…
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Labrador Retriever
From fishing boats off the coast of Newfoundland to the most popular family homes in America, the Labrador Retriever's rise…
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Chihuahua
With roots stretching back to ancient Mesoamerica and a personality that punches far above its tiny weight, this breed carries…
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Appenzeller Dog
This colorful Swiss cattle dog helped build mountain farms, joined Alpine rescue teams, and earned a reputation as one of…
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Behind those soulful eyes and silky ears lies a dog that once kept royal company across European courts and may…
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Australian Cattle Dog
Australian cattle dogs are loyal, energetic, and friendly. This dog, also known as a red or blue heeler, is intelligent…
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Cairn Terrier
Before Toto charmed movie audiences and long before any kennel club gave them a name, these scrappy little Scottish hunters…
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Dog
From the soft pads on their paws to the specialized shape of their teeth, domestic dogs carry surprising traces of…
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American Foxhound
George Washington bred them to be the ultimate hunting machine, but before you bring one home, you need to know…
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American Eskimo Dog
Its name suggests Arctic roots and Indigenous heritage, but this fluffy white breed has a surprisingly different origin story rooted…
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Alpine Dachsbracke
Favored by Austrian royalty and built to chase wounded boar through mountain terrain, this compact hound packs more history and…
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Airedale Terrier
Known as the King of Terriers, this bold and brainy breed has hunted otters, served in wartime, and won the…
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Akbash
The Akbash, also called the Coban Kopegi, the Akbas, or Aky, is an ancient large to giant dog breed from…
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American Cocker Spaniel
This compact sporting dog charmed its way to the top of the AKC popularity charts for decades, yet behind that…
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American Coonhound
An American Coonhound, also known as an American English Coonhound, is a dog characterized by a laid-back personality. If this…
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American Bulldog
When the first British colonists arrived in America, they brought their bulldogs with them. A few centuries of steady breeding…
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Akita
Once reserved for Japanese royalty, this ancient hunting dog carries centuries of fierce loyalty and formidable will in every fiber…
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Affenpinscher
An Affenpinscher is a fearless dog brimming with confidence. This may seem funny, seeing that it’s a member of the…
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Ainu
These strong, loyal, and dedicated pets are known for being extremely devoted to their owners and are often sought out…
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Afghan Hound
One of the oldest purebred dogs on Earth, this ancient sighthound looks like royalty but was forged in the rugged…
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English Springer Spaniel
The English Springer Spaniel is a very common breed of gun dog that was originally created in England (probably bred…
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Neapolitan Mastiff
Neapolitan Mastiffs love being lapdogs, though they have a hard time grasping that they aren’t as small as they were…
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Entlebucher Mountain Dog
The Entlebucher mountain dogs, also known as the Entlebucher Sennenhund, are medium-sized dogs. The name Sennenhund comes from the people…
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Eskimo Dog
Eskimo dogs are affectionately known as “eskies.” They are fluffy white dogs that can be toy-, miniature, or standard-sized. This…
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Chesapeake Bay retrievers are a type of gun dog that was bred for duck hunting along the Chesapeake Bay in…
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Clumber Spaniel
Clumber spaniels are affectionate dogs with a sweet temperament. These dogs have strong, stocky bodies that sit low to the…
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French Bulldog
With British roots, a knack for charming Russian imperial courts and Parisian brothels alike, and a personality that can turn…
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Once bred to fight in blood sports, the stocky little staffy somehow became the dog most trusted to guard sleeping…
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Curly Coated Retriever
This curly-coated hunter descends from breeds that no longer exist, carries a stubborn streak that surprises new owners, and follows…
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Newfoundland
Part working dog, part lifeguard, and part gentle giant, this breed from Canada's rugged coasts carries a surprising set of…
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Descended from the war dogs of Roman legions and built to haul loads across the Alps, this massive Swiss breed…
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Great Dane
These gentle giants will steal your heart as well as your sofa. They have short, smooth coats that come in…
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Rottweiler
Few breeds carry as much history, controversy, and raw capability as this ancient Roman cattle driver turned modern guardian. Before…
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Greyhound
Few dogs carry such a contradiction as this ancient breed, revered by pharaohs and bred for explosive speed, yet secretly…
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German Shepherd
One of the world's most iconic working dogs carries a reputation for aggression that the facts simply don't support, and…
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Welsh Corgi
Queen Elizabeth II devoted a lifetime to them, Amazon kept one in the office, and Stephen King calls his "The…
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Irish WolfHound
Once prized by Irish clans for battle and by nobles as royal gifts, this towering breed was hunted to the…
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Norfolk Terrier
Small enough to curl in your lap yet fearless enough to chase foxes from their dens, this pint-sized terrier packs…
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Collie
The collie is a proud and playful herding dog that originally came from the hilly regions of Scotland and northern…
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Labradoodle
Born from a single act of canine matchmaking in 1989, this curly-coated hybrid won hearts worldwide, but the adorable teddy…
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Ibizan Hound
The Phoenician traders brought hounds to the island of Ibiza from Egypt to assist with catching food. Ibizans can make…
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Drever
Drevers are one of the most popular dog breeds in Sweden. They are a smaller version of the German hound,…