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Cross Fox
“The partly melanistic version of the red fox.” A cross fox is a rare animal, but not because its species…
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Elephant
New Study: After Years of Poaching, Elephants Change Their Evolutionary Trajectory
Poaching has long been a threat to the African elephant population. During the Mozambique Civil War – a twenty year period…
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King Shepherd
Bred to take everything great about the German Shepherd and leave the problems behind, this gentle giant sounds almost too…
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Long-Haired Rottweiler
The Rottweiler is a strong, muscular working breed that descended from big mastiff-like dogs back in the Roman period. They…
Elephant
Elephant Numbers Dwindle: How Many Are Left in the World?
The International Union of Conservation of Nature is a group that is working to conserve nature and use natural resources…
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
This Canadian retriever does something no other hunting dog does: it acts as live bait, luring curious waterfowl close enough…
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Volpino Italiano
The origins of the Volpino Italiano date back to ancient Europe, allowing nobles to have a companion and watchdog in…
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Cockalier
Part lapdog, part relentless hunter, this Cavalier and Cocker Spaniel mix hides a surprisingly demanding personality beneath those soft ears…
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Treeing Tennessee Brindle
The Treeing Tennessee Brindle is a medium-sized cur-type breed that is a mix of hunting and treeing dogs, including the…
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Dorgi
Part royal companion, part relentless hunter, this short-legged crossbreed carries two of history's most storied working dog lineages in one…
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Lowchen
Despite being treasured throughout Continental Europe for generations, the Lowchen earned the designation of the rarest breed in existence for…
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Hokkaido
With a beautiful coat of many colors, the Hokkaido’s intelligence and affection for its family make it an excellent companion.…
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Balkan Lynx
“The Balkan Lynx is one of the rarest cats in the world.” Listed as critically endangered by the International Union…
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Icelandic Sheepdog
Brought to Iceland by Norse seafarers over a thousand years ago, this fox-faced herding breed teetered on the edge of…
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American Leopard Hound
One of the oldest tree hounds in the Americas nearly disappeared from history entirely, saved only by a handful of…
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Lapponian Herder
Bred for centuries by the Sami people to wrangle semi-domesticated reindeer across the Arctic tundra, this rare Scandinavian herder brings…
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Zuchon
A sweet, loving breed, the Zuchon is a mix between the Shih Tzu and Bichon Frise. The goal was to…
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Czechoslovakian Wolfdog
Born from a Cold War experiment that crossed a German Shepherd with a Carpathian wolf, this breed carries a wild…
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Cava Tzu
Part Tibetan royal treasure, part British aristocrat's lapdog, this pint-sized hybrid carries centuries of noble pedigree into modern apartments, but…
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Papillon
Named after the French word for butterfly, this centuries-old toy spaniel charmed the courts of French royalty and now competes…
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Leonberger
Bred to walk beside royalty but tough enough to haul ammunition carts through World War battlefields, this lion-hearted giant nearly…
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Miki
Bred by a single Wisconsin woman in the 1980s, this tiny dog carries a reputation that surprises nearly every owner…
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Groenendael
The Groenendael is one of four breeds that originated in Belgium. Instantly recognized by its pricked ears and luxurious black…
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Perro De Presa Canario
Born in the Canary Islands centuries ago to guard livestock and fight off predators, this powerhouse breed carries a history…
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Norwegian Lundehund
Hidden on a tiny Norwegian island and shaped by centuries of isolation, this six-toed spitz breed developed physical abilities no…
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Pumi
The Pumi — referred to in the plural as the Pumik — wasn’t recognized as a breed by the American…
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Darwin’s fox
“Darwin’s Fox is one of the world’s littlest foxes” There are two populations of Darwin’s fox. The location of the…
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Formosan Mountain Dog
Taiwan's ancient hunting dog survived occupation, crossbreeding, and near-extinction to emerge as one of Asia's most fiercely loyal and misunderstood…
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Barbet
Dating back to the 16th century France, the Barbet was bred to retrieve ducks and other waterfowl on hunting trips.…
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Aidi
This North African livestock guardian doubles as a skilled hunting companion and devoted family protector, yet most people have never…
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Spinone Italiano
Beneath the bushy eyebrows and exaggerated beard of this ancient Italian breed lurks one of the most versatile hunting dogs…
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Kishu
Few dog breeds share their bloodline with wolves and carry a legend born from an act of human kindness to…
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Addax
Critically Endangered Antelope of the African Desert The Addax, a beautiful antelope also called the screwhorn or white antelope, once…
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Moscow Watchdog
The Moscow watchdog (Moskovskaya Storozhevaya Sobaka) is a giant Russian guard dog that was developed in the late 1940s and…
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Brug
Don't let its tiny frame fool you: this scrappy Brussels Griffon and Pug mix will charge a full-grown Labrador without…
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Jaguarundi Cat
“The jaguarundi has 13 unique sounds it uses to communicate with other cats.” The Jaguarundi has a nickname: the Otter…
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Mudi
Have you ever heard of the Mudi? If not, it may be because there are possibly only a few thousand…
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Saluki
Prized by pharaohs, carried along the Silk Road, and nicknamed 'the noble' by Arabian warriors, this ancient sighthound brings 7,000…
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Alaskan Klee Kai
This pint-sized Husky lookalike won the hearts of celebrities and NFL coaches alike, yet most owners underestimate exactly how demanding…
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Crabeater Seal
The crabeater seal has carved out a very successful life in one of the most inhospitable places on the planet.…
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Berger Picard
The Berger Picard, also known as the Picardy Shepherd, is a lanky herding dog with a big, generous spirit. It…
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Pomchi
This pint-sized Pomeranian and Chihuahua cross packs a firecracker personality into one of the most fragile frames in the dog…
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Labahoula
Mixing a Labrador's gentle loyalty with the Catahoula's fearless hunting instincts sounds like the best of both worlds, but this…
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Huntaway
New Zealand farmers needed a dog that could cover miles of rugged terrain, bark loud enough to command a massive…
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Coton de Tulear
Once the treasured secret of Madagascar's royal families and possibly a companion to pirates on the high seas, this rare…
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Catahoula Leopard Dog
Part wolf, part hunter, and born in the Louisiana swamps, this rare American original carries a working instinct so fierce…
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Bouvier Des Flandres
Few dog breeds have survived two World Wars, nearly vanished from existence, and still ended up in the White House.…
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Catalan Sheepdog
From Charlemagne's legendary shaggy companions to Doc Brown's famous canine co-pilot in Back to the Future, this rare Spanish herding…
Prairie Dog
Exploring the Unique Behaviors of Prairie Dogs: From Kisses to Territorial Fights
Prairie dogs have a lot of funny behaviors. They leap into the air, whistle, chatter, yip, and kiss. Perhaps you’ve…
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Blue Picardy Spaniel
Few people outside of France have ever seen one, yet this speckled blue gun dog has quietly built a devoted…