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Ragdoll
Breed History The Ragdoll cat breed came about from humble beginnings in 1963, courtesy of Ann Baker, a breeder from…
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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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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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West Highland Terrier
The West Highland Terrier is a large dog in a small body. Flush with energy, stubborn and curious, even-tempered and…
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Somali
The Somali evolved from Abyssinians, which were exported to North America, Australia, and New Zealand in the 1940s. However, it…
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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,…
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
These dogs are covered in double coats, featuring an undercoat that is thick and an outer coat that is dense.…
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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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Curly Coated Retriever
The Curly Coated Retriever, sometimes referred to as a Curly, is a member of the sporting group. It’s notable for…
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Newfoundland
The Newfoundland (or the Newfie for short) is a very talented work and guard dog that originated from the Canadian…
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Looking for a doggie that’s devoted to its humans, and isn’t too big? A Staffordshire bull terrier may be the…
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French Bulldog
French bulldogs were originally bred to be great companions, and their small build makes them ideal pups for all homes.…
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Monitor Lizard
Lizards in the monitor lizard family are among the largest lizards in the world. These reptiles are mainly native to…
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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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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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Greenland Dog
The Greenland Dog is an ancient Arctic breed developed to thrive in extreme cold and demanding conditions. Closely related to…
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Dogue De Bordeaux
Also known as the French Mastiff, this ancient breed originates from the Bordeaux region of France. Due to their massive…
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Gecko
“Geckos can climb vertical walls and stroll across ceilings.” Geckos have been around for at least 300 million years. Scientists…
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Himalayan
When you cross a Persian feline and a Siamese feline, you get the beautiful Himalayan. These animals with their solid-colored…
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Siberian
The Siberian cat, also known as the Siberian forest cat, is an ancient breed that dates back hundreds of years.…
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Turkish Angora
These cats, even when they are young, have a particular affinity for time with their owner, gracefully playing and cuddling…
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Tibetan Mastiff
Tibetan Mastiffs are a very old dog breed, but little is known about their history. They were used as guard…
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Shih Tzu
The Shih Tzu is an ancient breed, dating back 1,000 years, and thought to have originated in the cold mountains…
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Maltese
While their name suggests that Maltese dogs are from Malta, most people believe they were originally from south-central Europe. Maltese…
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Dogo Argentino
The American Kennel Club initially recognized the Dogo Argentino in 2011 as part of the miscellaneous group. However, during 2020,…
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Harrier
Harriers are affectionate, fun-loving, and sweet, which is another reason that people love them as much as the Beagle or…
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Norfolk Terrier
The Norfolk Terrier has an independent streak and a stubborn persistence that are hallmark qualities of the terrier breed. These…
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Tiffany
The Cantilly-Tiffany is an attractive medium-sized cat with no extreme features. It sports a broad, wedge-shaped head, mid-sized ears with…
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Welsh Corgi
The Welsh corgi is a small herding dog that probably originated from the countryside of Wales sometime before the year…
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Rottweiler
The Rottweiler is consistently ranked among the top 10 most popular dog breeds by the American Kennel Club and is…
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Irish WolfHound
The Irish Wolfhound is one of the world’s tallest dog breeds and has a history closely tied to Ireland’s ancient…
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Greyhound
The greyhound has the highest percentage of fast-twitch muscle of any breed. Despite this reputation, retired racing greyhounds make for…
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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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Egyptian Mau
The Egyptian Mau is a rare small-to-medium-sized short-haired breed of domestic cat that is naturally spotted on the tips of…
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German Shepherd
This working dog from the herding group features a luxurious double coat that can be anywhere from medium to long…
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Dachshund
Single-colored smooth and longhaired dachshunds tend to be red or cream, sometimes with black hair. Two-colored smooth dachshunds are black,…
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Pekingese
Pekingese, also known as a “lion dog,” are toy dogs and are fairly compact in their build. They usually weigh…
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Gerbil
“The Gerbil is the cute and lovable rodent cannibal!” Gerbils belong to a subfamily in the Rodentia order called Gerbillinae.…
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Whippet
The medium-sized breed is also called the “Poor Man’s Racehorse” and “Lightning Rag Dog.” Although it is thought of as…
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Pointer
Pointers are a very active, energetic, and friendly dog breed. They make a great family dog for families that are…
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Finnish Spitz
This medium-sized breed makes a good family dog and is very friendly and playful. Origin and History Finnish Spitzes are…
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Epagneul Pont Audemer
Very popularly known as the ‘little clown of marshes’ in France, the Epagneul Pont Audemer is a French dog and…
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Frog
The frog is the most common and populous of the three major orders of amphibians – and the only one…
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Golden Retriever
Originating from the serene and picturesque hills of the Scottish Highlands, the golden retriever is the very epitome of loyalty…
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German Pinscher
As their name suggests, German pinschers hail from southern Germany. The first German Pinscher was registered in 1885. These intelligent,…
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Old English Sheepdog
With its big shaggy coat, obscured eyes, and white and gray color scheme, the Old English Sheepdog is one of…
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Japanese Chin
A Japanese Chin is an affectionate, intelligent dog with a playful nature. It belongs to the Toy group of dogs…