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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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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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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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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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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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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…
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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…
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Kangal Shepherd Dog
Turkey's ancient fawn-coated guardian has protected livestock from wolves, jackals, and even lions for thousands of years, but owning one…
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Koi Fish
Collectors have paid nearly two million dollars for a single fish, and one legendary specimen lived long enough to be…
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Fila Brasileiro
Brazil's most feared guardian breed inspired an old national saying about loyalty, yet the same dog is banned outright in…
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Vizsla
Hungary's most celebrated hunting dog nearly vanished from the earth entirely, caught between the collapse of an empire and the…
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Transylvanian Hound
Once prized by Hungarian royalty and later pushed to the brink of extinction by war and political upheaval, this ancient…
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Belgian Tervuren
While some people see a guard dog when they look at the Belgian Tervuren, they are actually a herding breed.…
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Peruvian Inca Orchid
The Peruvian Inca Orchid (also known as the Peruvian Hairless Dog) is an ancient breed, dating back more than a…
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Beauceron
France's ancient Berger de Beauce has served as soldier, bodyguard, shepherd, and police dog across centuries, yet most people have…
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Xoloitzcuintli
Ancient Aztecs believed this haunting, nearly hairless dog could escort souls into the underworld, and centuries of near-extinction have done…
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Draco Volans Lizard
Draco Volans is known as “The Flying Lizard” or “The Gliding Lizard. ” This lizard is known by its scientific…
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Stabyhoun
The Stabyhoun is a sporting dog breed from the Netherlands and is among the top five rarest breeds in the…
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Frenchton
This pint-sized crossbreed promises the best of two beloved bulldogs while ditching their worst health baggage, but the reality of…
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Schipperke
This small Belgian breed once earned its living hunting rats on ships, and that scrappy, mischievous spirit never left. Before…
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Norwegian Elkhound
Norwegian Elkhounds are one of the oldest dog breeds in Europe, having existed for thousands of years. They were used…
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Norwegian Buhund
The Norwegian Buhund is a versatile dog, bred for all-purpose farming and herding, that originated from the Norwegian coast and…
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Chiweenie
The Chiweenie is a hybrid breed derived from the Chihuahua and the Dachshund. They are widely available for sale from…