Abyssinian

The Abyssinian cat is a short haired domesticated cat breed that has a very cloudy history. The cat breed’s history is based on theories and legends. This particular cat breed is famous for its distinctive ticked coat and has been among the most popular cat breeds in The United States and Europe.

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American Bobtail

The American Bobtail is considered to be rare a domestic cat breed, famous for its stubby tail that is bobbed, hence the breed’s name. This cat’s “bobbed” tail is approximately a third or half the length of the tail of an average cat.

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American Bobtail Longhair

The American Bobtail Longhair is one of the rare domestic cat breeds in the world today. This is the long-variety of the American cat breed that is famous for having a stubby and “bobbed” tail. The very unique physical trait of the American Bobtail Longhair is brought by a genetic mutation that is similar to the gene of the Manx cat breed.

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American Bobtail Shorthair

The American Bobtail Shorthair is one of two varieties of the American Bobtail cat breed. It got its name from the “bobbed” shaped tail, a trait that made it famous worldwide. This American cat breed is also considered to be among the rarest of all the worlds’ accepted and recognized cat breeds.

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American Bombay

The American Bombay is a shorthaired domestic cat breed that is typically a Burmese-type. This breed is not a naturally domesticated breed but a hybrid that was specifically created to physically resemble that wild Indian Black Leopard but have a very docile and pleasing temperament.

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American Curl

The American Curl is among the youngest recognized cat breed in the world. It maybe young, but specimens of this breed have been recognized and awarded as champions on various cat shows.

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American Curl Longhair

The American Curl Longhair is one of two varieties of the young and American bred American Curl cat breed. It shares the same history of the original American Curl Short-hair that was first exhibited in 1986.

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American Curl Shorthair

The American Curl Short Hair is the first of two varieties of the American Curl cat breed that was bred for their uniquely shaped ears. This short haired cat is considered to be one of the youngest cat breed today, only being exhibited in a cat show in 1986.

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American Shorthair

The American Shorthair cat breed or also commonly called ASH is a domestic cat breed that descends from the European cats that were brought by the early settlers during North America’s colonial period. This is a working cat breed that was used on board ships to protect the cargo against rats. Today, it is ranked 7th in USA’s popular cat breeds.

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American Wirehair

The American Wirehair cat breed is a domesticated feline breed that originates in the United States, specifically in the state of New York during the middle part of the 1960’s.

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Anatolian Cat

Generally, an Anatolians or Turkish Shorthairs are cats that are not classified officially under the Turkish Van or Turkish Angora cat breed. Anatolian cats are actually very similar in type and in almost all aspects of both the Turkish Angoras and Turkish Van cats.

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Arabian Mau

The Arabian Mau is the indigenous domesticated cat breed of the United Arab Emirates or UAE and has been in existence for several centuries across the Arabian Peninsula. These shorthaired cats are commonly called the “street cats” in various cities and towns in the Middle East.

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Asian Family

The Asian Cat Group consists of cats that are basically Burmese in type but come with a variety of coat colors that is not seen on the typical Burmese cat beed.

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Australian Bombay

Australian Bombays are basically Bombay cats that are bred in Australia and New Zealand. This cat breed originates from hybridization between Burmese cats and Shorthair cats that may be American, British or European in origin.

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Australian Mist

The Australian Mist is a domesticated cat breed that is proudly “Australian made”. This particular cat is one of few exclusively developed and created in Australia by local Aussie breeders.

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Balinese

The Balinese is a domesticated cat breed that is generally recognized by all major feline organizations that are members of the World Cat Congress, World Cat Federation and the Livre Officiel des Origines Félines. Most of these feline organizations consider the Balinese breed as distinct and separate breed that has been derived or bred from the Siamese cat breed.

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Balinese Division

The CFA recognized Balinese cat is commonly called as the Traditional Balinese Type that is considered as just a strand of the Balinese breed. The CFA recognizes this as a separate and distinct breed with its own set of standard.

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Bengal Cat

The Bengal Cat is not a purely domesticated cat breed in origin. It is a hybrid. This is a result of crossing a domestic cat with a wild Asian Leopard cat. This hybrid has the wild appearance of the Asian Leopard that is considered as very desirable but a temperament of a docile and gentle house cat.

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Birman

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Bombay

The Bombay is a shorthaired domesticated feline breed that is categorized as an oriental-type of cat and comes only with a sleek black coat color. The Bombay is one of the rarest cat breeds in the world.

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Brazilian Shorthair

The Brazilian Shorthair is a domesticated cat breed that is known for having great agility among the recognized cat breeds in the medium-size category. This Latin American bred Shorthair is distinguishable from the American Shorthair breed through their sleek and elegant physical trait.

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British Bombay

The British Bombay is relatively new breed that is categorized as shorthair-type domestic cat breed. It is also considered as an oriental-type or Asian-type of cat breed. British Bombays share very similar traits and appearances with its American Bombay ancestors, with only minor differences.

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British Family

The British Cat Family are cats that are typically medium to large in size. Cats under the British Cat Breed Group gives an impression of both sweetness and power.

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British Longhair

The British Longhair is a domesticated cat breed that is very similar to the British Shorthair breed where it was bred from. Both British breeds share the same set of standards except for the length and texture of the coat.

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British Shorthair

The British Short Hair is a domesticated cat breed that is medium to large in size that gives an impression of both sweetness and power. It is famous worldwide for being depicted in Lewis Carroll’s classic novel Alice in Wonderland as the enigmatic and perpetually grinning Cheshire Cat. But the British Shorthair is popular around the world primarily due to its chubby profile. These cats have chipmunk-like cheeks that always offer a happy smile and a teddy bear-like body covered in a plush coat.

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Burmese

The Burmese is a very old domesticated cat breed that is recognized as a pedigree by all major feline associations around the world. The Burmese cat is a different breed from the Birman or Sacred Cat of Burma.

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Burmese Family

The Burmese is a very old domesticated cat breed that is recognized as a pedigree by all major feline associations around the world. The Cat Fanciers Association or CFA recognize two different Burmese breeds. The CFA also recognize two different lines of the Burmese cat.

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Burmilla

The Burmilla Cat breed is essentially a Burmese type of cat. The Burmilla differs from the Burmese as these Asian Shaded cats come in a variety of coat colors that is not seen on the typical Burmese.

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Chartreux

The Chartreux is a domesticated cat breed that is considered to be one of the rarest domestic cats in the world today. This is a large and muscular cat of European ancestry and famous for its blue shorthaired coat color and orange or copper eyes. The breed is also popular for having a smiling face, which is a bit odd as this cat breed is known to be exceptional hunters and often used by French farmers to control the rodent population in their area.

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Chinese Li Hua

The Chinese Li Hua cat is a naturally bred domesticated feline that is only recognized by the Cat Fancier’s Association or CFA and its Chinese counterpart the Cat Aficionado Association or CAA. The Chinese Li Hua is a cat rooted to the folklore and the imperial culture of the ancient Chinese.

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Classicat

The Classicat is a hybrid domesticated cat breed that is considered rare as they are almost exclusively bred only in New Zealand. This particular cat breed is very similar to the exotic and wild-like Ocicat. The difference between these cats is the coat pattern. The Ocicat has this spotted tabby coat pattern, while the Classicat (staying true to its name) has a classic tabby coat pattern.

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Colorpoint Shorthair

The Colorpoint Shorthair is a domesticated feline breed that is only recognized by the Cat Fanciers Association and the World Cat Federation. Other members of the World Cat Congress recognize this particular breed as a type or color variation of the Siamese cat breed. Also, there are various registries around the world that classify the Colorpoint Shorthair under the Siamese, Asian or Oriental cat group.

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Contemporary Balinese

The Contemporary Balinese cat is one of two types of the Balinese cat breed. This Balinese type of cat is recognized as existing by most of the major feline associations around the world. This type of cat is very similar to the Cat Fancier’s Association or CFA recognized Balinese Cat – Javanese Division or the Javanese cat variety. The Contemporary Balinese cat is considered as non-pointed cats.

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Contemporary Burmese

The Contemporary Burmese cat or modern type of Burmese is one of two distinct bloodlines of the Burmese cats. Most cat fanciers recognize these two lineages of the Burmese but officially, only a handful of feline associations have a standard for it. One such association is the Cat Fanciers Association or CFA.

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Cornish Rex

The Cornish Rex is a domesticated feline breed that is basically a cat that is somewhat hairless, having no guard (outer coat) and awn (middle layer) hair but has a down hair (undercoat) that is slightly curled. This breed is very similar in appearance with the Devon Rex, except the latter breed has guard hairs and awn hairs.

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Cymric

The Cymric is a domesticated cat that can be considered as a distinct and separate breed or a subgroup of the Manx cat or perhaps as variety of the Manx breed. The recognition depends highly from the different international feline organizations in the world.

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Cymric Rumpy Riser

Cymric Rumpy Riser cats are semi-long haired cats that are medium in size. This particular Cymric cat is one of four known varieties of the domesticated Cymric cat breed. All Cymric cat varieties are distinguishable from each other through the appearance and length of their tails.

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Cymric Stumpy

The Cymric Stumpy is one of four known varieties of the domesticated Cymric cat breed that is recognized by all major feline associations that accepts the Cymric as a Champion Class breed.

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Devon Rex

The Devon Rex is a short-haired domesticated cat breed that originates in England sometime during the 1960’s. These slender and wavy coated cats are famous for being capable of learning and performing difficult tricks! This cat is one of few cat breeds known today that can recognize their owner’s name. They can also recognize their own name!

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Don Sphynx

A Don Sphynx cat is one genuinely unique and very intriguing domesticated feline. These cats are completely hairless, with some types displaying various degrees of hairless, as well as showing adorable wrinkled skin!

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Donskoy

The Donskoy is a domesticated cat breed that is famous among cat fanciers for having wrinkled skin and for this cat’s usually hairless physical traits. This is a completely bald cat of Russian origin and officially recognized by The International Cat Fancy or TICA under the name Donskoy Cat and classified as a Preliminary New Breed.

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Egyptian Mau

The Egyptian Mau is a short-haired cat breed that may come in small to medium sizes. Among all the cats considered as natural domestic breeds, the Egyptian Mau is one of two more popular feline breeds that are naturally spotted. The other breed is the Bahrain Dilmun Cat.

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European Bombay

The European Bombay is a shorthaired domesticated cat that is Oriental in appearance and comes only in a coat color that is jet-black.

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European Burmese

The European Burmese is cat that basically belongs to the Burmese cat breeds group. This specific Burmese breed is a different breed from the Birman or Sacred Cat of Burma. A more simple explanation of the European Burmese cat breed is that these are the Burmese cats that are bred mostly in England and parts of Europe as opposed to the cats bred in America.

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European Shorthair

The European Shorthair is a domesticated cat breed that is very similar to the British Shorthair breed, but tends to be less cobby in built. These cats are also distinguishable from British Shorthairs for having tougher coats, adapting to the harsher climate and environment of Northern Europe where these cats were first bred. These domestic shorthairs of Europe are the progenitor of other cat breeds that includes the Chartreux and the Norwegian Forest.

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Exotic Family

This article is about the Exotic Cat breed family, pertaining to the different hybrid cats that are generally considered as Persian in ancestry. Today, the Exotic Cat family is composed of cats with varying names that includes Exotic, Exotic Shorthair, Exotic Longhair or Longhair Exotic.

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Exotic Longhair Cat

This article is all about the Exotic Longhair or Longhaired Exotic cat breed that is a hybrid of the Exotic Shorthair breed. These cats are different from the Persians, which is commonly recognized the longhaired Exotic cats. Although considerable very similar to the Persian cat, an Exotic Longhaired is...

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Exotic Shorthair

The Exotic Shorthair cat breed is a hybrid breed of a domesticated feline. It was specifically developed and created to the shorthaired versions of the Persian Cat. This makes them very similar to the Persian and shares identical traits when it comes to temperament and appearance. The only difference of the Exotic Shorthair breed to the Persian cat is the short and dense coat.

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Foreign White Longhair

The Foreign White Longhair is essentially an Oriental-type of cat that is predominantly white coated. Although considered by some feline registries and cat breeders as the same breed as the Oriental Longhair, the all white Foreign White Longhair is registered on various major feline associations as a division of breed under the Oriental Cat breed.

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Foreign White Shorthair

The Foreign White Shorthair is basically an Oriental cat of Siamese-type that is shorthaired and purely white coated! This long, sleek and all white haired Orientals is one of the first domesticated breed have been recognized as a distinct breed or color or race of the Oriental coat after the division of the Siamese breed into several races or sub-breeds.

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German Rex

The German Rex is a domesticated cat breed that can be considered as a Rex-type cat and also a European Shorthair type. Actually, the German Rex is both, this cat breed is a European Shorthair that exhibits the similar gene of the Cornish Rex.

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Havana Brown

The Havana cat breed is described and called by various feline registries differently but is generally a domesticated cat breed with roots to the original Domestic Shorthairs that existed in the Kingdom of Siam.

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Isle of Man Family

The Isle of Man Cat Family consists of the Isle of Man Shorthair and the Isle of Man Longhair. It is only recognized officially as a distinct breed by the New Zealand Cat Fancy or NZCF.

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Isle of Man Longhair

The Isle of Man Longhair is a distinct domesticated breed that can be considered as a tail variant of the Cymric and Manx breed and is basically a fully tailed Cymric or Manx Longhair with a tail. Although it has all the features of the Cymric cat, this particular variety is considered different from the Long Tailed Cymric or Full Tailed Cymric as well as the Tailed Manx Longhair cat.

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Isle of Man Shorthair

The Isle of Man Shorthair is a distinct short coated domesticated breed that can also be considered as variant or subgroup of the Manx cat breed. This particular cat breed is basically a Manx cat with tails.

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Japanese Bobtail

This Cat Breed Guide article is about the Japanese Bobtail domesticated feline breed as recognized by World Cat Congress members’ Fédération Internationale Féline or Fife and the Cat Fancier’s Association or CFA.

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Japanese Bobtail Family

The Japanese Bobtail is recognized around the world as a distinct and naturally bred domesticated cat breed that is native to Japan. These cats are famous for having unusual or unique “bobbed” tails. These Japanese bobbed tails have tail structure that closely resembles that of the rabbit.

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Japanese Bobtail Longhair

The Japanese Bobtail Longhair may be considered to be a young breed as their recognition from international feline registries including the Cat Fancier’s Association, The International Cat Association, American Cat Association, American Association of Cat Enthusiasts, United Feline Organization, Canadian Cat Association and the American Cat Fancier’s Association happened just recently.

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Japanese Bobtail Shorthair

This article is about the Japanese Bobtail Shorthair that is recognized as one of two coat varieties by several major feline registries in the world today.

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Javanese

The Cat Fancier’s Association or CFA recognizes two divisions of the Balinese cat breed. The CFA has official standers of the two varieties which are called the Balinese and the Javanese divisions. The Javanese Cat is basically a Balinese cat that is considered as non-pointed cats of this type.

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Jungala

The Jungala cat is one of the youngest members of the domesticated cat family. It is basically an Ocicat but with a classic tabby pattern. This relatively young domestic cat breed is considered to be very rare and most of these cats are only seen in New Zealand.

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Korat

The Korat cat breed is considered the lucky cat of Thailand. It is famous for having a very distinctive silver-tipped blue furs that are modified oriental in built and a very eye-catching heart-shaped face.

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LaPerm

The LaPerm domestic cat breed is recognized internationally by the various predominant feline registries in Europe, North America and Asia. These are curly-haired cats known for having tight curly hair on their belly, throat and the base of their erected ears.

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LaPerm Longhair

The LaPerm Longhair is a medium-sized cat with a body that is moderate in type. The LaPerm Longhairs, together with the short-haired variant, originated from a naturally caused genetic mutation giving the longhaired cats a curly appearance.

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LaPerm Shorthair

The LaPerm Shorthairs is one of two coat variants that are under the LaPerm Domestic Cat Family. It is basically the same cat as the LaPerm Shorthair, with that coat length and texture serving as the distinct traits to differentiate the two.

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Long Tailed Cymric

The Long Tailed Cymric is basically a Cymric cat but with tails. It is one of four known tail varieties of the Cymric Cat. This Cymric type of cat is accepted as existing but not accepted in shows and has no official standard set like the other Cymric cat varieties.

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Longhaired Bengal

The Longhaired Bengal Cat is a lineage of the hybrid Bengal Cat breed. This particular line of Bengals is a recreation of the original mating process in the Bengal Cat’s hybridization program. The original stock to create the Bengal breed was a cross between Longhaired coated cats with the wild Asian Leopard.

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Maine Coon

The Maine Coon is considered to be a longhaired or semi-longhaired domesticated cat that is more famously called as the American Longhair. This feline breed has a distinctive physical trait and prized hunting talents that distinguishes it among other cat breeds that are locally bred in North America.

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Manx

This cat breed guide is about the Manx cat breed with short coats that is recognized as the first and original version of the tailless cat from the Isle of Man. This particular breed is simply called the Manx by the feline registries who recognizes the breed.

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Manx Family

The Manx is a breed of short-coated domestic cat that is famous for having no tail or shortened tail due to a natural and spontaneous genetic mutation. The Manx cat may come in various stub tail sizes and length but is more famous for being completely tailless.

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Manx Longhair

The Manx Longhair is technically only officially recognized by the Cat Fancier’s Association CFA and the Co-Ordinating Cat Council of Australia as a distinct Manx breed or Manx cat variety. Other international feline registries call longhaired Manx cats as the Cymric, either as a separate breed from the Manx or the official name to call longhaired Manx cats or just a similar and closely related feline breed that is a different breed from the Manx.

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Manx Rumpy

The Manx Rumpy or Rumpy Manx which can also be spelled as Rumpie, is variety of the Manx Cat breed. It is essentially a short-haired domesticated cat that lacks a tail. The tailless trait is due to a natural and spontaneous genetic mutation.

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Manx Rumpy Riser

The Manx Rumpy Riser or Rumpy Riser Manx, which can also be spelled as Rumpie, or Manx Riser / Riser Manx, is a tail variety of the domesticated feline breed called the Manx cat. This Manx cat is not tailless like the Manx Rumpy. The distinguishable trait of the Manx Rumpy Riser is a noticeable rise of bone or cartilage at the spine.

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Manx Shorthaired

This particular Cat Breed Guide is about the Manx Shorthair that is recognized officially under this name by the Cat Fancier’s Association or CFA. The CFA considers the Manx Shorthair as one of two distinct Manx Breeds that varies from each other when it comes to coat length and texture.

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Manx Stumpy

This cat breed guide is about the Manx Stumpy Cat, recognized as either a distinct Manx Breed or tail variant of the Manx cat.

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Minskin

The Minskin is a young domesticated cat breed that is a hybrid of two different domestic felines. It is a result of crossing the Sphynx with the Munchkin!

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Munchkin

There are two recognized domestic cat breeds that are under the Munchkin Cat Breeds group. The Munchkin Shorthairs or the Munchkin Longhairs are classified as coat varieties of one distinct breed. These are cats with very short legs that can be described as very similar to those of the Dachshund.

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Munchkin Longhair

The Munchkin Longhair is the semi-longhaired coated variety of the Munchkin, a domesticated cat breed that is famous all over the international cat fancier community for their short-legs that resembles that of the Dachshund dog breed.

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Munchkin Shorthair

The Munchkin Shorthair is the short-haired coat variety of the breed famous for their short-legged physical traits that resembles that of the Dachshund dog breed. These shortened legs make the Munchkin Shorthair develop a ferret like gait.

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Nebelung

The Nebelung is a domesticated cat breed that is considered one of the youngest in today’s ever growing domestic cat family and also one of the rarest breeds.

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Norwegian Forest

The Norwegian Forest Cat is a breed of domesticated feline that is native to the region of Northern Europe, specifically in the Scandinavian countries that includes Finland, Sweden and Norway. These cats are naturally bred and has adapted successfully to this part of the world that is known to having a very cold and often freezing climate.

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Ocicat

The Ocicat is a purely a domesticated cat breed that may look like a hybrid but surprisingly, it has no wild cat DNA in its genes. The wild appearance is brought by the very unique spotted coat seen on wild cats. The Ocicat is slightly larger than the average domestic cat.

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Oriental

The long and sleek Oriental Cats have captured the attention and admiration of the international cat fanciers’ community since its initial development in the 1950’s.

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Oriental Longhair

The Oriental Longhair cat breed proves that “there is no such thing as too much of a good thing”. This hybrid domestic cat breed was developed from the first and very controversial Oriental Shorthair hybrid. The shorthair’s hybridization was initially resented by various cat breeders as they felt another Siamese hybrid will gravely affect the original pedigree and rallied for restrictions or non-recognition of the Oriental Longhair’s breeding development.

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Oriental Short Hair

The Oriental Short-hair, or simply called as the Oriental cat is considered to be the first and original Oriental Cat that is among the top most popular domesticated feline breeds in the world today.

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Persian

The Persian Cat Breed group is one of the world’s most popular breeds and is also believed to be one of the oldest.

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Peterbald

The Peterbald is another hairless cat breed that originates from Russia. These are medium sized cats that can be described as somewhat Sphynx-like with an oriental-type body.

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Ragdoll

The Ragdoll is a domesticated cat breed that is famous for having blue eyes and a unique and very distinctive Colorpoint color.

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Russian

The Russian Cat Breed group generally consists of cats that are recognized as naturally domesticated feline breeds that originate in Russia. Today, there are several Russian-type cats that are recognized by most of the international feline registries.

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Scottish

The Scottish Cat Breed Group generally consists of shorthaired and semi-longhaired types of cats that have folded ears or prick-eared and can trace their origins to the breed that originated in Scotland.

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Siamese

The Siamese Cat Breed Group consists of various oriental-type of cats that are typically medium in size and are elegant in appearance.

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Somali

The Somali is a domesticated cat breed that is basically a longhaired Abyssinian cat. Before being recognized as a distinct and separate breed from the Abyssinian, long-haired kittens have been appearing in Abyssinian litters.

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Sphynx Cat

The Sphynx Cat is world renown for being one just a handful of domesticated cats that is absolutely bald or hairless.

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Tailed Manx

The Tailed Manx cat breed that some associates with the Isle of Man cats that comes in Short-hair and Longhair varieties and recognized as a distinct breed by the New Zealand Cat Fancy NZCF.

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Tailed Manx Short Hair

Technically speaking, the Tailed Manx Short hair is not an official Manx cat breed as it is not recognized and accepted in cat shows by almost all international feline registries.

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Tasman Manx Cat

The Tasman Manx is a curly-haired coated domestic cat breed that can technically be called a variant, sub-breed or coat type of the Manx cat breed.

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Toyger

The Toyger cat breed was first developed to specifically resemble the wild and exotic appearance of the tiger.

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Traditional Balinese Cat

The traditional Balinese cat is basically very similar to the Siamese Cat, from which that Balinese breed was bred out of.

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Traditional Burmese Cat

The Traditional Burmese Cat is not a breed but a strain, type or lineage of the Burmese Cat breed.

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Turkish Angora

The Turkish Angora is a domesticated cat breed that is believed to be several thousands of years old. This particular breed is among the original long-haired cats that first arrived in the European continent...

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Turkish Van

The Turkish Van is the domesticated breed that was formerly called as the generic Turkish Cat breed. It is not the same as the Van cat or and also different to the Turkish Angora cat breed and the Turkish Vankedisi cat breed.

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Turkish Van

The Turkish Van is the domesticated breed that was formerly called as the generic Turkish Cat breed. It is not the same as the Van cat or and also different to the Turkish Angora cat breed and the Turkish Vankedisi cat breed.

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Turkish Vankedisi

The Turkish Vankedisi is a domesticated breed that is essentially a Turkish Van, but it comes with pure white coats! This cat breed is different from the Turkish Angora and in some parts of the world, a separate breed from the Turkish Van.

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Ukrainian Levkoy

The Ukrainian Levkoy originated from Ukraine in the year 2000. The pioneer breeding credits of the Ukrainian Levkoy cat breed goes to Ms. Elena Biriukova, who initiated an experimental breeding or hybridization program by crossing the hairless Don Spynxh with the Scottish Fold. Ms. Biriukova also added lineages of the Oriental and Domestic cats into the mix.

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Affenpinscher

The Affenpinscher is one of the popular toy dog breeds today. These little cuties are known for being "corky", scruffy and goofy. Affenpinscher dogs can be considered tiny balls of spunky-ness. Of all the toy dog breeds, Affens are considered to be total goof balls! Getting an Affenpinscher is getting a dog that loves to goof around! The goofiness is not just seen in their personality. It can also be seen in their appearance!

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Afghan Hound

When you adopt an Afghan hound, you get a dog that is famous worldwide for its aristocratic appeal and regal allure! The Afghan Hound is a breed that is oozing with aristocracy and dignified beauty. They are known for being one of the flashiest and super posh dogs ever, making this dog on the list of top show-dog breeds. But beauty and class are not the only thing that the Afghan Hound is famous for, they were bred to be prized hunters on rugged terrain!

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African Lion Hound

The African Lion Hound breed got its name for their impressive capability to hunt and go against the African Lion! Today, the African Lion Hound is still an efficient hunting dog but it is not as ferocious as the breed's name suggest.

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Africanis

A dog breed which is indigenous to the African continent, the Africanis or African Dog is "THE" hunting dogs of Africa. They possesses unbelievable stamina which topped by this breed's superior intelligence. Loyal and courageous by nature, the African Dog breed is playful and highly social, making them great companions for the entire family.

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Aidi

The Aidi dog breed is called by several names from Chien de l’Atlas, the Atlas Sheepdog, Atlas Shepherd Dog and the Atlas Mountain Hound. Regardless of what name you call this dog breed, the Aidi is one powerful, agile and hardworking herding dog.

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Ainu

Are you looking for a rare breed of dog? Adopt an Ainu Dog is what you should do! Rare, can hunt bears and designated as a Japanese Natural Monument, the Ainu Dog is an awesome breed! This breed is extremely rare, with only a hand few seen outside Japan. The Ainu dog numbers less than 12,000 in its native country. Originally, the Ainu Dog was bred to hunt big game animals. More specifically, this breed was developed to hunt down bears! But aside from being a bear hunter, the Ainu Dog is also a guard dog and an excellent working dog as well.

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Airedale Terrier

Airedale Terrier Dog Breed Guide. Are you thinking to adopt an Airedale Terrier for a pet? Well, if you are an outdoorsy type, the "King of Terriers", as it is called for being the largest of all the terrier breeds, is perfectly for you. The Airedale Terrier is just perfect for those sporty types of people who are looking for a pet which that is just jam-packed with energy. A typical Airedale Terrier just loves the outdoors and adores running, playing, fetching and getting their paws dirty under the sun. They are great companions on outdoor activities such as hiking, hunting as well as excellent jogging mates. So if you are looking for a dog for couch cuddling, the clownish and feisty Airedale terrier breed is not for you.

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Akbash

The Akbash Dog is one of the most protective breeds in the dog world. But do not be alarmed, these dogs' fierce protective instincts are not towards humans. They were bred to be natural guardians for their human companions and protector of their properties. This breed has been known for centuries as a great working dog that protects and guards their love ones. They are known to go against wolves and other predators as well as be gentle herders for sheep and other livestock. It is also one of the rarest and oldest dog breeds out there.

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Akita Inu

For dog lovers who are considering to adopt an Akita, you should know that there are two types of this breed. The two types are the Akita Inu, or commonly called the Japanese Akita, and the American Akita. This particular Dog Breeds Guides article will talk about the Akita Inu.

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Alano Espanol

The Alano Espanol or commonly known outside Spain as the Spanish Alano is a large dog breed. This breed was bred and developed by the Spaniards to handle wild cattle, hunt big game animals, guard and defend territories, bull fighting as well as for war. All these made the Alano Espanol one very tough breed. The Alano Espanol might not win you with his primitive looks and alarming breeding development, but they are more than just large cattle handlers.

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Alapaha Bulldog

Thinking of adopting a dog? If you are looking for a large bull dog type of pet, then to adopt an Alapaha Bulldog is probably one of the best choices among the large dog breeds. Known officially as the Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog, these are truly big bull dogs at heart. Their appearance might by comical, a trademark look of the mastiff breeds which can be called bulldogs, but the Alapaha Bulldog are serious diligent guard dogs. The Alapaha Bulldog are always eager to work and always game to play.

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Alaskan Husky

Adopting dogs that belongs to the Siberian Husky and Alaskan Malamute breed is on the rise. But to adopt an Alaskan Husky, cousin to the first two breeds are not that often seen. This is sad because among the three, the Alaskan Husky dog can be considered as the calmest. Calm and friendly towards their families, a bit too curious with strangers and considered as very gentle. This breed is not great in guarding, the Alaskan Husky barks rarely. But they are great as family pets, although having toddlers and pet cats isn't exactly recommended.

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Alaskan Klee Kai

A lively, excellent watchdog and naturally territorial companion is what to expect when you decide to adopt an Alaskan Klee Kai. There are three variants of this northern dog breed, standard, toy and miniature sizes, all of which are formidable watchdogs. They are often mistaken to be Alaskan huskies or Siberian huskies, but the Alaskan Klee Kai is more compact in size and friendlier and can tolerate hot weather and small living environments. The AKK as it is fondly called are docile and very affectionate dogs, friendly towards family but a bit reserved towards strangers. Over all they are perfect pet companions to have.

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Alaskan Malamute

Wolf-like in appearance and in stance, the Alaskan Malamute is one strong and big-boned northern breed of dog. This breed is the working class of all the husky breeds which are famous for being lean and quick arctic dogs. Unlike the Siberian and Alaskan huskies, the Alaskan Malamute dogs are huge sled dog that weren't used for racing. They do the “dirty jobs” sledding big cargo from one point to another. Like their very distant cousins, the wolves, they are covered in thick weather proof coating and their frames are huge with solid bone structures. Alaskan Malamutes are domesticated and a breed who loves to goof around, play rowdy and has a tendency to be rowdy when surrounded by the pack. But overall, the largest of the arctic dogs carry themselves with dignity and power.

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Alopekis Dog

The dog world's jack of all trades, but sadly, master of none, the Alopekis Dog are known across the Mediterranean as "multum in parvo", which roughly translated to "much in a little". That is exactly what this breed of dog is, a small package stuffed full of dogginess.

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Alpine Dachsbracke

Originally called Badger Dogs, the short-legged and elongated Alpine Dachsbracke Dogs are often mistaken as Dachshunds. The difference? Alpine Dachsbracke are longer. But don't be fooled by their elongated frame, this breed are robust, strong boned and firm muscled dogs that are excellent hunting partners!

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Ambullneo Mastiff

A big and muscular hulk of a dog, Ambullneo Mastiff dogs carry themselves with such grace, showing agile motions and great strength with their very confident stance. This is impressive to see from a heavily muscled dog that looks like a gym rat in steroids. But that intimidating physicality only shows his strength, not his demeanor. Among the giant mastiff breeds, the Am-bullneo Mastiff are highly intelligent and always eager to please their master. Unfortunately due to this exact trait, the obedient Ambullneo Mastif dog breed are often abused and bred to be fighting dogs. They are not naturally violent and should be rescued from abusive owners.

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American Akita

Large, powerful, alert and equipped with solid and heavy bone structure, the American Akita is a force to reckon with at first glance. They are truly massive but their bodies are well proportioned. The American Akita was originally developed to be a fighting dog, but today it is known as one of the best guard and watch dogs to have! It is important to know that there are two types of Akitas. The original Akita Inu or Japanese Akita and the American Akita which will be tackled on this dog breed guide.

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American Allaunt

An imposing first impression is what to expect when seeing The American Allaunt for the very first time. The breed's sheer size and muscular stance commands respect. This working dog is all about strength and power matched with impressive speed and agility.

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American Alsatian

Considered to be a rare dog breed, the American Alsatian is among the largest companion breeds today. Looking more wolf than dog, they actually resemble the extinct Dire Wolf, Alsatians are the end result of crossing the purebreds which are the Great Pyrenees, Anatolian Shepherd, English Mastiff, Alaskan Malamute and the German Shepherd.

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American Bandogge Mastiff

The American Bandogge Mastiff, a giant dog that is famous for being prominently muscled and impressively athletic and agile. This breed got its name from England. Bandog is the generic termed used by the Saxons to describe any bulldog-type Mastiff. It comes from the word Banda, Saxon for chain, which are often used to train these giant dog breeds.

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American Black and Tan Coonhound

A large, well-muscled scent hound with a body that is just a bit longer than their stature, The American Black and Tan Coonhound are one of the most hardworking trackers of the entire hound breeds. A true American breed, these hounds were the first ever dogs to land the distinguish honor of being America's First Dogs. No less than America's founding father and first President George Washington gave them that honor as he was fond of this breed and named them Tipsy, Tippler, Taster Drunkard and among others.

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American Blue Gascon Hound

They are the master of the scent hound breeds, an impressive title consider that this group of dogs who were specifically bred to have amazing smelling abilities. The American Blue Gascon Hound dog goes by many names. But they are famously called the Big'n Blue, the American Blue Gascon Hound dog breed was created just a couple of decades ago. They got their nick name from a hound breed which is famous for perseverance, skills on hunting prey and stamina.

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American Blue Lacy

Only a few of our canine buddies can proudly say that they are a National Icon. The American Blue Lacy can and they have their own Senate Resolution to prove it. Officially designated by the 79th Legislature of the State of Texas through Senate Resolution 108, Blue Lacy is the lone star's official State Dog Breed. These herding and hunting dogs thrived in the Southwest as excellent farm hands and ranch workers. Stories of their impressive herding abilities are legendary. It is said the one Lacy dog can do the work of five cowboys, which is actually not hard to imagine. They are intelligent, fast, energetic, obedient and eager to get their paws dirty from hard work.

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American Bull Mastiff

The American Bull Mastiff, the name alone is conveys confidence and competence, which is what this breed exactly, is. They are not purebred, the ABM, a nick it shares with their cousins the American Bull Molloser, is a hybrid dog. They are mixtures of Alaunt varieties of German Mastiffs and American Bulldog or White English Bulldog bloodlines. The breed has some likeness with the Bandogs, but more identical in looks with the South African Boer Boel. Like all the mastiff dogs, American Bull Mastiff's share the characteristics and traits of the Molosser dogs, huge, gritty and always armed with the serious poker face expression.

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American Bull Molosser

A great family protector is the primary trait of the American Bull Mollosser or the ABM. It is truly hard to miss these fellows as they are armed with those big head and broad forehead. The American Bull Molloser is a menacing hulk and muscular brute to look at, but they are very friendly to his family and will show their affection.

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American Bulldog

Social, loving family members, an American Bulldog may be a great choice for those with children.

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American Bullnese

The American Bullnese is a natural clown, known for its sense of humor and antics. These are true companion dogs who prefer cuddling to playing ball -- they make excellent lap warmers.

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American Bully

Considered to be one of the youngest of all American bred bulldogs, the American Bully is stocky and strong dog who is always happy, outgoing, confident and very stable. Their menacing good looks might not show it, but the American Bully is a gentle and loving dog that is not aggressive towards people. These dogs are inherently good natures and are born to please. They are extremely courageous and considered to be one intelligent guard dog to have. They have this impressive athletic body that is muscular and much defined, showing off the strength and agility it possesses.

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American Cocker Spaniel

Famously called as the "Merry" Cocker, American Cocker Spaniel is a breed that is always eager to please their human family. When you choose to adopt an American Cocker Spaniel, you'll be getting a dog that is playful, sensitive, sweet, very amiable and happy to give joy to their owners with her cute antics. Although this breed came from a long line of hunting dogs, the American Cocker Spaniel has not retained the famous hunting instincts of her other spaniel cousins. But their curious nature does show, especially during country outing trips.

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American Crested Sand Terrier

The American Crested Sand Terriers are among the pure terriers dogs known in the dog breed world. American Crested Sand Terriers are known to be hypoallergenic! This hairless terrier breed got its name from their sandy colored skin. It comes in mostly soft beige or white skin color, both color variants come with pink noses.

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American Eskimo Dog, Miniature Size

There are three varieties to pick from if you are to adopt an American Eskimo Dog. This northern dog breeds included in the Spitz family are so popular that three varieties were developed, the Standard, the Toy and the Miniature sized Eskies. There's bound to be the perfect American Eskimo size for everyone as this dog breed are just naturally pleasing to have whatever their size are.

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American Eskimo Dog, Standard Size

For those of you who are about to adopt an American Eskimo Dog, here are some helpful details to prepare! The American Eskimo Dog breeds are so beautiful, breeders ended up creating three several of this Nordic type of dog breed! The three variants are toy, miniature and standard! On this dog breed guide, we will be focusing on the Standard American Eskimo Dog!

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American Eskimo Dog, Toy Size

Tiniest of the three variants, the Toy Eskimo Dog is just a small bundle of fun and obedience. This Tiny Spitz are always eager to please and can brighten up your day with their affection. The Toy Eskimo Dog is the tiniest among the three Eskies, a nick to call this Nordic dog breed. Standing between 9 to 12 inches and weighing 10 pounds max. But their tiny frames doesn't make them any lesser than the Standard and Miniature varieties. Sometime they are even more tenacious!

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American Foxhound

Historically, the American Foxhound breed has a special place for America, with no less than George Washington as one of its pioneer owners. This breed is also known for its musicality. Yes, the American Hound can be considered as somewhat of a musician for its musical howl, which can be heard miles away. It was armed with an excellent nose and a total speedster when giving chase, the American Foxhound are dogs with outstanding stamina. They are very similar to their distant cousins the American Foxhound. The American Foxhound breed are lighter, taller, faster and keener with it comes to scents. This breed are agile watchdogs which were created to excel in hunting and tracking!

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American Hairless Terrier

They are considered to be pure terriers, less the hair! The American Hairless Terrier is a small dog breed jam-packed with enough liveliness, being feisty and fearless to fill a giant dog. The AHT are perfect for individuals who cannot tolerate even those breeds that are known to be hypoallergenic dogs. In build, the American Hairless Terrier may look similar to the Rat Terrier, this is because the breed is their direct progenitor. For such a small dog, they are well-muscled, showing strong shoulders, a solid neck and very powerful legs!

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American Indian Dog

A working, nurturing and very versatile dog breed, The American Indian Dog is one of the ancient breeds still existing today. They should not be confused with the Native American Dog or NAID, and should be treated as a separate breed.

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American Kyi Apso

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American Labrador Retriever

American Labrador Retrievers are one of two types of Labrador Retriever dogs that are being bred today. The other Lab breed is called the English Labrador Retriever. American types are bred in the continental United States while the English types are bred within the British Isles. The American Lab types are also known to be taller than the English Labs. They are also leaner Labs.

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American Lo-Sze Pugg

The American Lo-Sze Pugg™ may be tiny, but it just oozing with all the love to give that a larger dog can. It's a big dog, in his mind, with all the perks of a large dog but compact and very easy to carry. The American Lo-Sze Pugg™ is quite a jester, showing a winsome and clownish attitude.

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American Mastiff

A mastiff that does not drool! That is the American Mastiff! Their development started in Ohio, where a need to produce an average sized Mastiff which is perfect for indoors, meaning a mastiff with a tighter lower lip line which does not drool!

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American Mastiff Panja

A breed that has a very "interesting" history, American Mastiff Panja dogs was bred to be intimidating guard dogs. The first breeders? Detroit drug dealers. They were first developed to intimidate the patrons of these drug dealers, guard and protect their master but also allow people coming in. It is a scare tactic which really makes the American Mastiff Panja's reputation as bad and violent dog. Truthfully, the dog is a menace to look at, but they are known to be devoted family guard dogs that will go to great lengths to protect and defend.

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American Pit Bull Terrier

American Pit Bull Terriers earned the title of America’s Dog back in the day for this breed’s exceptional attitude on being eager to please as well as the breed’s intelligence, loyalty and affection. Unfortunately, American Pit Bulls has gained a notorious reputation for being an overtly aggressive breed.

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American Staffordshire Terrier

Very much like its very close cousins, the American Pit Bull Terrier, The American Staffordshire Terrier are medium-size, compact, stocky and very muscular. They have this proud stance and an air of seriousness, which is just the exact opposite as this terrier dog breed are gentle and very friendly.

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American Staghound

American Staghounds are considered one of the most uncommon and hardest to find dogs in the world today!

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American Toy Terrier

The American Toy Terrier is exactly the same as the bigger and larger Fox Terrier. This toy dog breed was specifically bred down from the Fox Terriers, to create a smaller and compact dog but still retain all the traits, gameness and well tempered attributes of their larger Fox terrier cousins.

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American Treeing Feist

Although recognized by many as a type of dog, American Treeing Feist is perceived to be as not a specific breed. American breeders say otherwise, they are a specific breed and should be treated like the "Lurcher", which is often use to describe various Lurcher like dogs. In the USA there are currently three different varieties of this Terrier, the Mountain Feist, the Bench-legged Feist and the Pencil-tail Feist. To adapt an American Treeing Feist, may it be any of the three varieties is to adapt a dog that is high-spirited and very lovable.

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American Water Spaniel

Great swimmers and a state icon, American Water Spaniels are one of a few dogs that can be called an American original. A water spaniel that is hardy and well muscled even for their size, the American Water Spaniel earned the distinction of being the Official Dog of The State of Wisconsin. The citizens of Wisconsin selected this active and cheerful spaniel breed gave it well deserved recognition in 1985. Beside that State Dog stature, the American Water Spaniel is also the first ever spaniel breed developed in the United States to create an all around hunting dog that can dive out and climb in small boats to retrieve small game animals.

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American White Shepherd

The American White Shepherd dog breed can be describe as exactly similar to the German Shepherd Dog, with only one major difference. The American White Shepherd has only one coat color, Snowy White.

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Amitola Bulldog

Rare and truly hard to find. The Amitola Bulldog should resemble the more heavy duty English bulldog, without the problems plaguing the larger bulldogs. Ironically, for a breed that is rare to find, there are currently three variants of this breed.

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Anatolian Shepherd Dog

The Anatolian Shepherd dog is a giant of a dog breed and serves as Turkey's all purpose utility dog. It has been used for several thousands of years as livestock guardians, large enough to protect the herd as well as their human masters from marauding predators and of course, prized herding dogs of the Anatolian people.

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Andalusian Podenco

Spaniard in origin, The Andalusian Podenco or commonly known as the Andalusia Hound has two distinct classification, each with three variants. They are classified by size and by type of coat.

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Anglo-Francais de Moyenne Blanc et Orange

These are the medium sized-scent hounds that resulted by crossing the medium sized French scent hounds such as the Poitevin and Porcelain dog breeds. Anglo-Francais de Moyenne Venerie Blanc et Orange dogs are those with white coats and orange markings.

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Anglo-Francais de Moyenne Venerie

This article will talk about the de Moyenne varieties that are white and orange or fully orange coated Anglo-Francais dogs. Orange is the color used to described dog coating that has a tan or slightly red hue. They are formally called The Anglo-Francais de Moyenne Venerie Blanc et Orange.

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Anglo-Francais de Moyenne Venerie Blanc et Noir

The Anglo-Francais de Moyenne Venerie dog breed is one of many varieties of Anglos-Francaises dogs that were developed by crossing the lines of English fox hounds and those of the French scent hounds. Among the Anglos-Francais dogs, the de Moyenne Venerie is the medium sized dog.

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Anglo-Francais de Moyenne Venerie Tricolore

These are the medium sized-scent hounds that resulted by crossing the medium sized French scent hounds such as the Poitevin and Porcelain dog breeds. Anglo-Francais de Moyenne Venerie Tricolore or Tricolored dogs are those with white coats and black and orange markings.

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Anglo-Francais de Petite Venerie

The Anglo-Francais de Petite Venerie is one of three varieties of dogs that is included in the Anglos-Francaises scent hound family. They are the smallest in this group and are available in three different variants as well:

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Anglo-Francais de Petite Venerie Blanc et Noir

The Anglo-Francais de Petite Venerie Blanc et Noir or Black and White is one of three varieties of Anglo-Francais de Petite Venerie dogs. This particular dog group is also one of three varieties that are included in the Anglos-Francaises scent hound family. These French and English hound dogs breed are one of the rarest in the world.

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Anglo-Francais de Petite Venerie Blanc et Orange

The Anglo-Francais de Petite Venerie Blanc et Orange or White and Orange is one of three varieties of Anglo-Francais de Petite Venerie dogs. This particular dog group is also one of three varieties that are included in the Anglos-Francaises scent hound family. These French and English hound dogs breed are one of the rarest in the world.

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Anglo-Francais de Petite Venerie Tricolore

The Anglo-Francais de Petite Venerie Tricolore dog breed is one of three varieties of the Petite Anglo-Francais dogs that were originally bred during the 16th century in France. They are the variety of Anglo-Francais de Petite dogs that have three colors on their coats.

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Anglo-French and French Hounds

Anglo-French and French Hounds are hunting dogs that are also called Anglo-Francais and Francais hounds that were cross bred and developed from French and English hound breeds.

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Anglos-Francais Dogs

All of the Anglo-Francais dog varieties originate from France where breeders developed these hound dogs by crossing various lines of both English and French hound dogs. The Grand Anglo-Francais and all its variety are the largest of these hounds. They are the result of cross breeding the larger French hounds with the Foxhounds of Britain.

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Appenzeller

A square built dog that is powerful as it is large; the Appenzeller Mountain Dog is Switzerland's ancient giant. They are considered to be among the really ancient purebreds existing today and originally used to herd or flock dogs. Today, these tall and dominant Swiss mastiffs serve various purposes from police work, property guardians and considered good watchdogs for families.

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Argentinean Mastiff

The Argentinean Mastiff is a reliable dog that is affectionate with friends and family but wary with strangers. It is bright and likes to be the apple of everyone’s eyes. This Argentinean dog breed is considered to be very easy to train and will enjoy the company of children.

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Ariege Pointing Dog

Ariege Pointer Dogs or the Ariege Pointer is a French gun dog that is used as pointer. In France, they are called the Braque de l’Ariège. This breed is considered one of the ancient and oldest French hunting dog breed still in existing today. The Ariege Pointer is considered as one of France’s National Heritage.

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Ariegeois

Regarded highly by the French for their endurance, Ariegeois (pronounced Ar-ERZH-wa) are believed to have superior stamina especially when compared to other hounds of its size. They are considered one of the rare breeds in existence today and most of its current population can be seen in France.

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Armant Dog

The medium-sized herding dog breed Armant is more popularly known as the Egyptian Sheepdog. They were not originally bred as sheep herders, but as guard dogs!

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Armenian Gampr

Worshiped as a dog-deity, used by the Soviets to breed a superior race of Red Star dogs, and even featured on Anatolia's s postal stamp, the Armenian Gampr has really gone through a lot. It has won our hearts with their looks and absolute devotion as family working dog breed.

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Artois Hound

The Artois Hound is considered to be among the rarest dog breed today with a population that is estimated to be below 500. They are one of the best European dog breed when it comes to hunting hare.

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Arubian Cunucu Dog

The Arubian Cunucu Dog’s precise origin is unclear but dog historians believe that they are an ancient breed. These are Pariah dogs. These are not considered wild dogs but are known to be a primitive breed. Like most Pariah dog breeds, the Arubian Cunucu Dog’s are moderately built and have wedge shaped head with pricked ears much like the Carolina Dog breed.

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Aryan Molossus

The Aryan Molossus dog breed is one of the rarest mastiff breed today. This breed is so rare that there is no official data recorded when it comes to its population. These Afghan bred giant dogs were used as fighting dogs, not for blood sports, but to settle differences, disputes and arguments between two tribes.

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Atlas Terrier

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Australian Bulldog

Australian Bulldogs are the youngest dog breed in the bulldog family. They are slightly larger in height and weight, to the British bulldog. These bulldogs from down under are great family companions enjoying affection from its owners. They should not show aggression towards people at any times.

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Australian Cattle Dog

If you do decide to adopt an Australian Cattle Dog, you are adopting a breed that earned a place in the Guinness World Records. In 2004, Bluey, a purebred Australian Cattle dog held the record as the world's longest lived domesticated canines. This dog was herded cattle and sheep in the Australian Outback for almost two decades before passing away at the age of 29 years and fine months. That's how enduring these dogs are!

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Australian Kelpie

A dog that is proud to have the distinction of carrying an entire continent's economy on his back, the Australian Kelpie is truly an Aussie icon. These dogs Down Under are known to be workaholics and tireless when put to work! To adopt an Australian Kelpie is to adopt a dog that is considered that most popular and most successful working dog in the entire world. So having them as stay at home pets just won't do!

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Australian Koolie

The Australian Koolie can trace its origins during the 1800's in Australia. These dogs were bred to be all around working dogs. They were once called German Collie dogs as they share similar physical traits. These multi-purpose dogs were bred and used in various tasks including herding a variety of livestock such as sheep, cattle, goats, horses and fowl.

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Australian Labradoodle

Australian Labradoodles are dogs not considered as a breed, but a hybrid or a mix. Regardless of their recognition status as a breed of its own, fanciers of the Labradoodles created three different distinctions of the hybrid.

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Australian Shepherd

Smart, energetic, and playful, but will herd (even your kids). They need lots of long walks, socialization, and plenty of chew toys.

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Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog

Although they are cousins, the Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog is a not the same breed as the Australian Cattle Dog. The Stumpy Tail is said to be a cross between as dingo and the Smithfield, the first type of cattle dog used by the Australian ranchers. This original cross resulted in the Timmins Biter, which was a crossed with the blue-merle, smooth coated Collie, It lacks the Australian Kelpie cross found in the Australian Cattle Dog.

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Australian Terrier

The smallest working dog ever, and Australia's first ever original breed, the Australian Terrier are natural-born diggers and will stop at nothing to catch small games such as rodents, snakes and various number of other animals.

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Austrian Brandlbracke

The Austrian Brandlbracke got its from combining the words "Brand" which is roughly translated to harmful fire, and "Bracke" which is a type of hunting dog in English.

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Austrian Shorthaired Pinscher

Originally developed as farm dog that can do guardian tasks and livestock driving, the Austrian Shorthaired Pinscher earned the nickname "Farm Biter", as this was the dog's primary way to drive livestock towards the right destination!

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Austrian Smooth Haired Hound

The Austrian Smooth Haired Hound or simply the Austrian Hound is a scent hound originating in Austria. They are hound dogs that share very similar traits and appearance to most German hound breeds, but Austrian breeders are adamant that this breed is purely and 100% Austrian! They are dogs that are believed to be the descendants of the Celtic hound dog breed that were used for various hunting tasks and even during times of war. These scent hounds are equipped with highly developed noses and capable of being completely silent when hunting.

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Azawakh Hound

To adopt an an Azawakh Hound (pronounced OZ-a-wahk), is to adopt a rare breed know for its beauty and elegance. They are sight hounds which give off an air of great refinement. Refine they are, but those long legs are very useful. They are exceptionally fast with it, racing up to 37 mile per hour or 60 kilometers per hour.

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Bakharwal Dog

The Bakharwal Dog is considered to be the indigenous dog breed of the Himalayas, originating in the Pir Panjal mountain ranges of the hilly region of Northern India. Indian legends tell that these dogs are the direct descendants of ancient wolves that were crossed with various sheepdogs local to the area. These dogs were exclusively kept by the Muslim nomads called Gujjars. They used this dog breed for livestock protection and guard dogs against bears and wolves.

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Banjara Greyhound

The Banjara Greyhound is an Indian dog breed known to have the speed of a Greyhound and the stamina of a Collie!

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Banter Bulldogge

The Banter Bulldogge is relatively a very young dog breed having bred only in the late 90's. Credit for pioneering this breed goes to a Mr. Todd Tripp who is a native of Ohio State.

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Barak

The Barak dog breed originates from Bosnia and believed to be first developed sometime during the 1890's. This Bosnian scent hound breed's official name is Bosanski Ostrodlaki Gonic Barak which is roughly translated in English as the Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound dog. They were bred to be hunters of large game. Barak dogs are the product of local Bosnian dogs that were crossed with the Italian gun dog breeds. Some dog experts believe that lineages of the Croat bred Istrian Short-haired hounds were put into the mix. Barak's are very common in Bosnia but is considered very rare outside their native country.

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Barbet

Barbet dogs is the French all around dog, from commoners to nobles, this wool-like coated aquatic hunters can and will attract your attention and affection. The French aristocrats as trendsetters made them the popular choice of the European nobility when it comes to hunting. They were also bred for hunting and flocking, but their most popular usage is at sea. This sea worthy canines is the seaman's best friend for their abilities to retrieve and perform various tasks while at sea!

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Barger Stock Feist

The Barger Stock Feist is one variety of American bred Feist dogs. These are "feisty" dogs that are belligerent and energetic when hunting game!

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Basenji

An ancient breed which earned the nickname African Barkless Dog for their yodeling instead of barking, the Basenji dogs of Zaire is a breed has enjoyed popularity for being great hunting dogs since the time of ancient Egyptian pharaohs.

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Basset Artesien Normand

The Basset Artesien Normand (pronounced Bas-SAY Ar-TESS-ee-en Nor-MAN), has this short stumpy feet and long body length, long ears and walks with a wobble due to the shortness of their legs. But their comical appearance has a purpose, the French breeders who created them the way they are today wanted a muscular and highly skilled scent hound which can follow small preys in very small spaces!

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Basset Bleu de Gascogne

The Basset Bleu de Gascogne, pronounced Bas-SAY- Bluh day Gas-CONE, is a French original. Also called the Basset Bleu, they got their names from their short coat which is white with black ticking and black patches, giving a bluish effect.

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Basset Fauve de Bretagne

Basset Fauve de Bretagne, don't be discouraged pronouncing this dog breed's name. It is pronounced Bas-SAY Fove day bre-Tan-ye. This French created hunting dog breed combines all the positive traits from its progenitors, the Griffon Fauve de Bretagne. The Basset Fauve de Bretagne has proven itself as one of the best hunters when it comes to rabbits and hares.

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Basset Hound

Basset Hounds are loveable, stubborn, intelligent and independent. These sturdy dogs need frequent baths and weekly ear cleanings to avoid infection.

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Bavarian Mountain Hound

The Bavarian Mountain Hound may look like a lightly built dog, but it is truly a muscular canine that is longer than it is tall! Developed in the mountainous areas of the German countryside Bavaria, this scent hound is one of Germany’s most popular dog breeds.

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Beagle

Friendly, happy, social dogs who love to eat, Beagles are scent hounds and need to be kept from following their noses right out the door!

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Bearded Collie

The Bearded Collie is considered to be one of the oldest of Britain's native dog breeds, but only became popular across the Atlantic during 1967, the year where first USA dog breeders started to breed them. This dog is famous for its "bounce", showing their high level of energy while strutting along.

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Bedlington Terrier

If you are looking for a breed that would be a great pet for allergy sufferers, choosing to adopt a Bedlington Terrier will be a life changing experience. These terriers from Great Britain are hypoallergenic dogs which are one of the best choices for people prone to allergic reaction but have been dreaming of having a pet dog.

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Bedouin Shepherd Dog

The Bedouin Shepherd Dog has two types, the Large and the Small variety. Large Bedouin Shepherds are used as camp guard dogs. Small Bedouin Shepherds are used as herding dogs. The two types have different skills and physical attributes but share the same temperament.

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Belgian Griffon

Named after their country of origin, Belgian Griffon dogs were developed as a purebred during the 19th century. These dogs were specifically created to be efficient rat hunters. It is believed to have been created by crossing various lines of several dog breeds including the English Toy Spaniels, Affenpinschers and the Pug. Today they are no longer rat hunters and are now famous for being companion dogs.

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Belgian Mastiff

The original Belgian Mastiffs are dogs believed to have been extinct for years now. Some dog breeders think otherwise. They believe that specimens of the original mastiff from Belgium still exists and the modern Belgian Mastiff is being re-created and re-developed with these specimens. Belgian Mastiffs are so strong that they can match horses in pulling carts!

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Belgian Shepherd Groenendael

Named after the village of Groenendael in Belgium, the Belgian Shepherd Groenendael differs from his other three siblings by having a long, straight, medium length and heavy outer coat. Beside their distinctive coats, the Belgian Groenendael’s size and weight are similar to the Belgian Laekenois, Belgian Malinois and Belgian Tervuren .

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Belgian Shepherd Laekenois

The Belgian Laekenois is the rarest of the four varieties of the Belgian sheepdogs. The dogs are the Belgian Laekenois, Belgian Groenendael, Belgian Malinois, and the Belgian Tervuren. They differentiate themselves from the other Belgian Shepherd varieties by their rough and wiry coating.

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Belgian Shepherd Malinois

A native of the Belgian city of Malines where it got its name, Belgian Malinois are one of four varieties of the Belgian Shepherds recognized today by USA standards. This breed is different from the other four by having smooth and short-haired coating.

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Belgian Shepherd Tervuren

Belgian Tervuren dog breed is just one of four varieties of the Belgian Shepherds. There’s the Tervuren, the Groenendael, the Malionois and the Laeknois. They are considered to be similar in size and weight, but each Belgian shepherd have different coat. The Tervuren has the long and straight heavy outer coating that is medium in length and a dense undercoat.

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Belgian Shorthaired Pointer

The Belgian Shorthaired Pointer or also called the Braque Belge is nearly extinct and has been deleted from the Fédération Cynologique Internationale lists of recognized breed because of the continued declined of their numbers. This deletion is not yet considered final; the FCI categorized these extremely rare dogs as "provisional".

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Belgrade Terrier

The Belgrade Terrier originated in Yugoslavia but its precise date of origin is unclear. Dog experts believe that Belgrade Terriers are linked to the Balkan Terrier or perhaps descendants of the small Greek dogs that were kept as domestic pets. One thing is for sure, these dogs are impressive hunting dogs that specialize in hunting vermin of all types. Today, this particular terrier is being re-developed as pure family dog rather than a rodent hunter.

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Bench-Legged Feist

The Bench-legged Feist is one of three Feist dogs that are comes from the lines of the Rat Terrier dog breed. There are three Feist dog breed that are currently being bred in the United States, the Mountain Feist, the Pencil-Tail Feist and the Bench-legged Feist.

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Bergamasco Sheepdog

A sheepdog that looks more coat than dog, Bergamasco dogs have coats that are thick and resemble the famous dreadlocks hairdo. Their thick and bundled coatings are called flocks, and it may look heavy on them, but they are the secret weapons of this dog breed! Their unusual and truly eye-catching "flocks" serves as their all weather insulation, keeping them warm in cold temperatures, while maintaining cool temperatures on hot days.

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Berger des Pyrenees

The Berger des Pyrenees is so smart that this dog breed is considered as expert manipulators of people!

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Berger du Languedoc

The Berger du Languedoc's nearly extinct status has forced the Fédération Cynologique Internationale to delete this breed on its registry. However, the Société Centrale Canine initiated a recognition process for the Berger de La Crau variety.

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Berger Picard

Ancient sheepdogs which use boundary, tending, herding and any strategy that will get their livestock properly herded, Berger Picards are one of the best in the dog herding family. They love to go on patrols while eyeing their livestock as well as being alert for possible predators. This is impressive and very unique, because most sheepdogs tend to use the fetching style of herding.

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Bernese Mountain Dog

Big and strong with an air of confidence, the Bernese Mountain Dogs are quite attention grabbers for their size and exceptional good looks. Among the Swiss Sennenhund, the Berner Mountain Dog breed is the only one with longer and fuller coat covering their huge squarely built bodies. This breed is one multifaceted working dog which excels in tracking, herding, ideal watch dog traits, keen guardians and superior strength to pull carts loaded with heavy cargo. They might be muscular giants, but this Swiss mountain dog breed is a gentle one. They show great obedience, so great that most excel in competitive obedience competitions. They act like rock stars and perform like athletes, unfortunately for this breed; they are also prone to die young. The Berner's life expectancy is just 8 years maximum and most dogs don't reach the age of six. This is due to a type of cancer that is prone to affect the breed. This cancer is still being researched today.

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Bhagyari Alsatian

The Bhagyari Alsatian is one of three varieties of the Bhagyari Kutta dog breed that is native to Central Asia which are the areas covering Pakistan and India. This Bhagyari Kutta variety is the result of crossing the standard Bhagyari Kutta with the German Shepherd Dog.

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Bhagyari Kutta

The Bhagyari Kutta is a herding dog that were already being bred and widely used for several centuries in South Asia, specifically the region now covering modern day Pakistan. They were bred to be sheep herders and flock guardians and developed to have a powerful and very strong and athletic frame. This breed got its name from their wolf-like appearance. "Bhagyari" translates to wolf and "Kutta" means dog. Today, the Bhagyari Kutta are commonly bred and used in Pakistan's Sindh and Punjab regions.

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Bichon Frise

A cute little dog that is compact enough to fit in your hand carry and covered with powder puff white fur! The Bichon Frise dog breed will quickly catch your heart for their sweetness and affection. They are just one of the most ideal companion dogs today. They have a natural instinct to love human companionship and gifted with lovable traits such as an independent spirit, intelligence, boldness and a lively outlook towards life

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Bichon Havanais

Bichon Havanais dogs are considered to be one of the rarest dog breeds still in existence today. This particular Cuban Toy dog breed originates from the old world bichons of Europe. The Bichon Havanais is the direct descendants of Maltese and Bolognese bichons that were famously bred all across Europe. They were brought to Cuba by the Spanish Conquistadors during the 18th century. Havenese got their name after the city of Havana. The nobility of this Cuban capital as well as the Spanish aristocrats kept them companion pets. Years later, they were also preferred by the Cuban middle class and kept as family dogs.

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Biewer Dog

The Biewer or Biewer Yorkshire Terrier is considered to be a young toy dog breed as it was just developed in Germany in the year 1984. It got its name in honor of the pioneer breeders named Gertrude and Werner Biewer. The Biewers owned a Yorkshire terrier that produced a litter with unique white markings. They loved that unique white markings and this led to a selective breeding program to produce more of this Yorkshire variety. Today, Biewer dogs are now a separate breed from their Yorkshire Terrier progenitors.

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Billy Dog

Billy are large dogs that will be dog-aggressive of the same sex. They are not known to be sociable towards other dog breeds as well. These are hunting hounds full of courage and very intelligent when out on the field. Billy dogs can be well trained dogs and are known to compete in obedience trials.

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Black Mouth Cur

The Black Mouth Cur is not an apartment type of dog. These are dogs not suitable for the city. Blackmoutn Curs are dogs built for rural America and should be given regular work as hunting dogs, herders and watchdogs.

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Black Norwegian Elkhound

The Black Norwegian Elkhound is a modern variety of the original Norwegian Elkhound. They have similar temperament and differ on the size and coat color. The Black Norwegian Elkhounds are smaller and comes only with black coats.

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Black Russian Terrier

There were dogs bred by American presidents, European royalty, ancient civilizations.... but only one can have the distinction of being developed by the Soviet War Machine!

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Blenheim Toy Spaniel

Blenheim Toy Spaniels is one of four varieties of English Toy Spaniels recognized for centuries as different breeds but now treated as just varieties of coats for one dog breed.

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Bleu de Gascogne

The Bleu de Gascogne is a breed that we can call the "great contributor" in the dog world. This is because the Blue Gascogne has contributed its bloodline to at least 80 different dog breeds worldwide. From hounds to gun dogs, this breed has and continues to be among the top choice to use in when developing other breeds.

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Bloodhound

Often described as moping dog wearing a baggy suit, the Bloodhound are one of the most ancient purebreds still in existing today. They have been bred purely by more than 1,000 years without having other lines crossed with their bloodlines. Their name was not taken by the blood scent of humans, which they excel at, but stands for "blooded hound", or a dog that is aristocratic and noble in lineage. They were originally used a scent hounds during small to medium game hunting all across the British Isle. Today they are tireless and specialized law enforcement workers, giving accurate trails of evidence which are honored by the court of law!

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Blue Heeler

The Blue Heeler dogs are very loyal and naturally protective herding dogs. They are always wary of strangers, but for people and family familiar with them, this Australian herding dog will be friendly and easy-going. The dog breed's loyalty traits is unmatched on the Australian continent, they are known to be a stick-to-one type of dog, treating and being loyal only to one master. Blue Heeler dogs are also known to be very alert, serious and watchful. These dogs are highly intelligent, highly energetic and drive to work is high as well.

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Blue Lacy Dog

Only a few of our canine buddies can proudly say that they are a National Icon. The American Blue Lacy can! This dog breed has its own Senate Resolution to prove it.! Officially designated by the 79th Legislature of the State of Texas through Senate Resolution 108, Blue Lacy is the lone star's official State Dog Breed. These herding and hunting dogs thrived in the Southwest as excellent farm hands and ranch workers. Stories of their impressive herding abilities are legendary. It is said the one Lacy dog can do the work of five cowboys, which is actually not hard to imagine. They are intelligent, fast, energetic, obedient and eager to get their paws dirty from hard work.

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Blue Picardy Spaniel

Blue Picardy Spaniels or known in their traditional French name, Épagneul Bleu de Picardie, are French spaniels bred along the River Somme. They are descendants of Picardy Spaniels and English Setters, and known as a very quiet dog, preferring to be active than back. The Blue Picardy Spaniel is similar to their cousins the Picardy Spaniel, except for their distinctive bluish coating.

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Bluetick Coonhound

Famous for having that "bawling" bark, these very vocal hounds are a breed that's determined to stay on track! Their stubbornness to let go of scents, however intricate the tracks are makes them ideal pets for families who are into outdoor activities such as hunting, trekking and camping. The athletic Bluetick got its name from their coat pattern. They have this dark bluish in color and covered in a ticking or mottled pattern.

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Boerboel

The Boerboel is a dog breed that was placed on Denmark's list of banned dogs since 2010 for their aggressive temperament and usage as pit fighting dogs. This is the only native South African dog breed created to guard, protect and defend homesteads.

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Bohemian Shepherd

The Bohemian Shepherd Dog is not for the lazy type. They are dogs that will be active and packed with high energy. These Czech dog breed is not known to be aggressive and will be excellent to have around children and other pets. They are agile and intelligent, making them great for rescue operations as well as companion pets. The Bohemian Shepherd is first and foremost a guard dog that will display a calm, friendly and stable disposition.

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Bohemian Terrier

Bohemian Terriers are patient and gentle dogs when around children. For a full blooded terrier, the Bohemian Terrier breed is surprisingly very mild. This trait makes them one of the terrier breed that are ideal for family pets as well as companion dogs.

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Bolognese

The Bolognese is a dog breed rich in history, rising from its humble beginnings as rodent hunters on ships to companion pets to European royalty and nobility. They are the dog that is known for being one of just a handful of breeds appearing in many works of arts dating back to medieval times.

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Bonsai Bulldogge

The Bonsai Bull is a miniature dog breed that is so tenacious it is not aware that they are small! These dogs share the same traits of their larger versions which is the Olde English Bulldogge breed. They are little dogs with impressive courage and admirable loyalty. But unlike the larger bulldog varieties, the Bonsai Bulldog will be great apartment pets! Overall, this is a young breed that has a very stable temperament and will be great with kids of all ages and other pet animals.

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Border Collie

Incredibly intelligent working dogs who need both mental and physical stimulation, Border Collies are loyal friends and companions.

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Border Terrier

Like most small dogs, Border Terriers are big dogs trapped in a small body. For a terrier their size, these dogs are known to have impressive skills in the areas of hunting, tracking, watchdog, agility, competitive obedience as well as performing tricks.

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Borzoi

They were bred and exclusively owned by Russian nobility back before the days of the Bolsheviks, the Borzoi dog breed got its name from the Russian word "borzii", which literally means swift. An apt name as these dogs is known to be speed demons while on the hunt!

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Bosnian Rough Haired Hound

The Bosnian Rough Haired Hound is known also as the Illyrian Hound and is believed to be the modern version of this pre-Slavic dog breed. It is officially called Bosanski Oštrodlaki Gonic which is translated in English as Bosnian's rough haired hound dogs.

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Boston Terrier

Adorable, funny, smart dogs who need a lot of attention, the short-nosed Boston needs to be kept indoors to avoid heat stroke.

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Bouvier de Ardennes

The Bouvier de Ardennes or Ardennes Cattle Dog is not just a dog breed. It is a symbol of the resilience of the people living in the Ardennes region of Belgium. This breed was developed and fashioned to be dogs that can handle harsh climate conditions, rough terrains and poverty that their native region are known for.

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Bouvier des Flandres

Looks can really be deceiving! Bouvier des Flandres or commonly known as Flanders Cattle Dogs may looking intimidating for their large, powerful and squarely built bodies, but this Belgian import is actually pleasant in nature and very gentle.

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Boxer

Playful, exuberant, fun-loving, and affectionate, the Boxer is a gentle companion to children and a nonstop energy machine.

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Boykins Spaniel

A dog that is famous for their fantastic swimming abilities and refined hunting skills, The Boykin Spaniel is one hardworking gun dog that earned the distinction of being South Carolina's official State Dog.

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Bracco Italiano

They are considered as one of the most versatile gun dog breed in the whole doggy universe, the Bracco Italiano or Italian Pointing Dog was just built for the hunt!

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Braque du Bourbonnais

Originally developed in the Bourbonnais province in France, the Braque du Bourbonnais or commonly called the Bourbonnais Pointer is a dog breed that are centuries old. They are medium-size and very muscular types of dogs that gives out an air of elegant bearing with their confident stance.

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Braque Dupuy

The Braque Dupuy is the modern recreation of the ancient and extinct breed known as the Braque du Puy. This breed is variety of the French Braque dog breed. Among all the French Braque dogs which include the Braque, D'Ariege, Braque St. Germaine, Braque du Bourbonnais and Braque D'Auvergne breeds, the Braque Dupuy is the tallest. They are prized for their excellent gun dog skills of hunting tirelessly on wide-open terrains.

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Braque Francais

Braque Francais are first and foremost versatile hunting dogs who are considered to be one of the oldest type’s gun dogs that use the pointing technique to locate the small to medium game during a hunt. There are two variants of the Braque Francais dog breed, the larger Gascogne variety and much more compact Pyrenean.

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braque saint-germain

Braque Saint-Germain is considered to be among the most versatile gun dog and pointer breed in existence today. Braque is a French term which translates to pointing dogs. This specific breed is the byproduct of crossing an English and French pointing type of dogs.

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Brazilian Terrier

The Brazilian Terrier is one of only two dog breed that originated from Brazil. They are one of various terrier-type dogs that are the descendants of crossing various local Brazilian dogs with the European Fox Terrier breed.

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Briard

The Birard is a large powerful dog with a large, broad head that is well-covered with hair It has a double coat with a coarse, shaggy outer coat. They used to be in a single breed with the Beauceron, only separated in 1863 as clear distinctions were made between the two dog breeds. Sheepdogs with longer coats became the Briards, while short coated sheepdogs became the Beauceron.

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Briquet

Briquet is a word used in to desribe medium-sized dogs in France. The Briquet is France's medium-sized hunting dogs that are known to have a distinctive shaggy coat.

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Briquet Griffon Vendeen

A breed that was nearly eradicated by World War I and II, the Briquet Griffon Vendeen was considered to be one of the rarest dog breeds a couple of decades back. Fortunately, their numbers are in the rise and this medium-size griffon will still amaze us with its uncanny tracking skills!

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Brittany Spaniel

The Britanny Spaniel, also known simple as the Britanny is one of the world's most popular pointing dogs and considered to be one of the top hunting dog breeds today. They got their named from the French Province of Britanny, which where they were first developed as a breed.

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Buckley Mountain Feist

The Buckley Mountain Feist may look like the smaller and lighter version of the Mountain Cur breed.

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Bukovina Sheepdog

The Bukovina Sheepdog is prized in Romania and the surrounding areas for their loyalty, and very dependable protectors and defenders of livestock. These are dogs that will display their loving, affectionate, gentleness and very intelligent traits towards their family. They are dogs that will display playfulness, tolerance and kindness when around children. Their strong protective nature is known to give them extreme courage to fight to the end in dire situations. They will not trust strangers and will be vocal when intruders or strangers are nearby.

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Buldogue Campeiro

The Buldogue Campeiro originates in Brazil and has been bred since the 16th century. This working dog breed is one of Brazil's oldest dogs that were bred to catch wild cattle in and hold them until they reach the slaughterhouse. The name Buldogue Campeiro was chosen for the breed's name as it means "rural bulldog", as they are impressive working dogs in the rural areas of this Southern American country. They are also used as guard and shepherd dogs that herd, drive and protect their stock from wild predators and human intruders and thieves.

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Bulgarian Shepherd Dog

The Bulgarian Shepherd Dog was bred and used to be flock guardians and sheep herders in the Balkan Peninsula. They are also known to be impressive protectors of their flock, property, territory and family.

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Bull Terrier

A fighter by creation, the intimidating Bullt Terrier, both Standard and Miniature has come a long way from their bloody roots as agile dog fighters and ferocious bull bating combatants. They can be quite a looker, with these dogs muscular stance and that distinctive egg-shaped head and chinito eyes!

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Bulldog

Originating from the British Isles, Bulldogs are the descendants of the mastiffs from the Far East. The dog breed's name comes from the blood sports were it was created to excel at, bull baiting. They also got their name from that famous physical appearance, robust like a miniature bull! Although these ancient bulldog ancestors are known to be aggressive, powerful and ferocious while combating bulls, today's Bulldogs are more docile and friendly in nature.

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Bullmastiff

The Bullmastiff can be called the wrestlers or "grapplers" of the dog world for their strength and ability to track down, take down and pink intruders! These giant dogs will have target down on the ground until their master's arrival! Now that’s what you call a guard dog!

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Bully Kutta

The Bully Kutta earned the nickname "The Beast From The East" for their size and skills in dog fighting.

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Burgos Pointer

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Cairn Terrier

Native to the Highlands of Scotland and the Isle of Skye, the Cairn Terrier is considered to be one of the oldest terrier breeds and Scotland's original terriers.

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Cajun Cur

The Cajun Cur is a dog with impressively strong treeing and hunting instinct. They are also known to show impressive courage even when the hunted game is considered dangerous.

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Cajun Squirrel

The Cajun Squirrel Dog is closely related to the Kemmer Stock Hybrid Squirrel dogs that are bred out of Tennessee. These two dog breeds share the same breeding lines, 50% cur blood and 50% Feist lines. The major difference between the Cajun Squirrel Dog and the Kemmer Stock Hybrids is their place of origin. The Cajun Squirrel dog breed is mostly bred within the "Cajun" region of the Bayous of southern Louisiana.

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Camus Cur

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Canaan

The Canaan Dog is a medium to large, strong, and squarely built dog that is among the most ancient dog breeds still existing today! This dog breed is so ancient; it came with the Israelite people during their Exodus towards the promise land, Canaan.

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Canadian Cur

The Canadian Cur is only the UKC recognized cur-type of breed that is not native to the USA.

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Canadian Eskimo

Canadian Eskimo Dogs are a breed that is part of the Spitz families included under the Nordic dog breeds classification. They are wolfish in appearance, but docile working dogs that is slowly becoming popular as companion and service pets.

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Cane Corso Italiano

The Italian dog that can trace its origins to the Cani Pugnax, the ancient Roman Molosser dog breed which were used by Roman Legionnaires to hut large and wild animals as well used as an auxiliary warrior, the Cane Corso Italiano is a dog breed that is tough and strong. Romans and, as the years go by, Italians in general enjoys having these large, muscular and very powerful dogs as companions and guard dogs. They got their name from the Latin word Cohors, which translates to "protector"

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Canis Panther

Canis Panther dogs are often mistaken as a breed that was created to hunt panthers. This is not the case as they were named purely for aesthetic reasons and to build a reputation as a frightening protection dog. They are highly aggressive and can hunt and eventually kill small to medium sized animals.

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Cão da Serra de Aires

Cão da Serra de Aires is one of Portugal's oldest dog breeds as well as one of the country's indigenous dogs. This breed got its name from Portugal's mountain ranges called the Serra de Aires that is located in the northern part of the Tagus River which covers the areas of Ribatejo and Oeste in Portugal.

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Cão da Serra de Estrela

Cão da Serra de Estrela got its name from Portuguese words. Cão which is English for dog. Serra which is roughly translated to Mountain. The Estrela describes this breed's native region where it was first developed. Loosely translated, Cão da Serra de Estrela means the Dog of the Mountains of Estrela.

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Cão de Fila de São Miguel

The Cão de Fila de São Miguel is dog breed that is known to be a dominant herding dog that is famous for its ability to work as livestock guards and herders and last for an entire year without going home. These are intelligent dogs that are quick to learn lessons and will be able to execute a variety of commands. They are excellent working dogs that are also great as guards of property and protectors of the family. Cão de Fila de São Miguel dogs have sharp temperament but will display its docile nature towards their family. This is a breed that is known to be very defensive when it comes to their territory.

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Cão dos Mourey

Cão dos Mourey is a dog that inherited various traits from its various ancestors. They are tenacious, feisty and independent, similar to their Bulldog forefathers. They are confident, dominant, extremely trainable and hardworkers, inhering these traits of their Mastiff ancestors. These dogs are also energetic and often predatory much like their Terrier progenitors. Over all they are hardworking dogs that will be devoted and very protective to their family and very aloof towards strangers.

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Caravan Hound

The Caravan Hound has two coat varieties. The Smooth coated variety is generally called Caravan Hounds. The feathered coated variety is called the Pashmi Hound.

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Cardigan Welsh Corgi

Cardigan Welsh Corgi are cousins to the Pembroke Welsh Corgi, but older s a breed. Both Corgis come from the lines of Keeshond, Pomeranian, Schipperkes and the Swedish Vallhund and developed by the Celts as far back as 1200 B.C.

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Carolina

Identified with the Australian Dingo, and sometimes called the American Dingo, The Carolina Dog is a breed that can trace its roots to ancient times. They are considered to be Pariah Dogs or those dogs that are not owned by anyone nor fully domesticated by very docile around humans and would accompany hunting expeditions.

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Carpathian Sheepdog

The Carpathian Sheepdog might be shepherds, but these dogs are natural watchdogs. This breed is famous for having a remarkable natural instinct to protect and offer unconditional devotion towards their masters and their flock! Carpathian Sheepdogs have a calm and well-balanced disposition. They have a very dignified stance. This dog breed is also known to be a very obedient and truly submissive dog breed towards their masters, making them highly trainable and capable of being well trained. They are outdoor dogs that will enjoy living and working all day long out in the field.

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Catahoula Cur

The Catahoula Cur is one of various Cur breeds that are bred and developed in the United States even before the American Revolution. This cur-type breed is considered to be among the rarest among the American bred dogs.

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Caucasian Ovcharka

The Caucasian Ovcharka has been in the history books since the ancient times. This dog breed's most famous historical fact is that they were created and developed by the Soviet Army! USSR used various northern dog breeds to create the perfect working dog that can push the Communist Empire to greater heights, thus the birth of the Caucasian Ovcharka as a dog breed.

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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

A toy spaniel that survived near extinction, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is resilient breed with a glorious past and a promising future as one of the top companion dog breeds that is suitable for all sorts of personalities.

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Central Asian Shepherd

The Central Asian Shepherd Dog is a very large, powerful dog that is slightly longer that it is tall. The dog is double coated with a profuse undercoat and an outer coat which can be long or short.

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Cesky Fousek

Cesky Fousek dogs goes by various names, but one thing is for sure, these dogs are strong loking medium-size dog that will have your full attention when you lay your eyes on their almond-shaped, brown eyes, inquisitive facial features and cute drop ears.

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Cesky Terrier

The Cesky Terier is an easy keeper: it is patient, gentle and good with children. It is very mild for a terrier. This breed does well with an individual or family and is adaptable to apartment or rural life.

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Chacy Ranior

The Chacy Ranior dog breed was originally called as the Schichon. A hybrid dog that is a cross between the Shih-Tzu and Bichon dogs appeared recently, which goes by the same name. To avoid for this dog breed to be mistaken for the hybrid cross, the breed's name was changed to Chacy Ranior.

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Chart Polski

The Chart Polski is a large, muscular, and sturdy dog. It is less refined than the other sight hounds. It has a powerful jaw. The springy coat is of varying lengths and of any color. The eyelids and nose should complement the coat color.

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Chesapeake Bay Retriever

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a strong, medium-size dog, slightly longer than it is tall. The coat is short, oily, and water-repellent, wavy on the body but straight on the head and legs. They were named after the Chesapeake Bay as these dogs where developed to stand the rough and icy waters of the bay so they can hunt waterfowls.

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Chien Blanc du Roi

Chien Blanc du Roi displays fierceness and enthusiasm when out on the field hunting. They may seem fierce hunters, but these dogs are known to be gentle and very easy-going at home with their family. They are good mannered and will get along with children and other dog breeds. Chien Blanc du Roi dogs are also very vocal. They have an independent disposition that makes them very stubborn.

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Chien d’Artois

Bravery, loyalty and a natural tactician when it comes to hunting game in different terrain and conditions. That is what the Chien d’Artois dog breed is prized for! These dogs are known for their high endurance and well-balanced disposition. It is a breed that displays the best traits of a scent hound: fast, strong and solid scenting abilities and independently minded.

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Chien De L'atlas

The Chien De L’atlas dog is known to be generally docile and very protective of his family/owners. Chien De L’atlas dogs are faithful and affectionate in nature. This breed of dog is also a great family watchdog for their trait on being constantly alert for danger together with a fearless, curious and easy to train characteristic.

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Chien Française

Porcelaine dogs are lean, fine boned, medium-sized dog with a finely chiseled head with coat that is very smooth, short and fine. Their official name is Chien de Française-Comte but is more popularly known as the Chien Française.

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Chihuahua

The smallest breed of dog has a big heart and boundless loyalty, but needs activity, strong leadership, training, and special attention to housebreaking.

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Chin Dog

The Chin is Japanese dog breed known to have superior memory. They are fastidious dogs! The Chin dogs know what they like and what they don't and will show it. They are well behaved and friendly when around children, other dogs as well as other animals. They are so friendly that these Asian dogs are known to show friendliness towards strangers! Overall, the Chin dogs of Japan are a breed that is well-balanced.

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Chinese Chongqing

The ancient and very rare Chongqing Dog is known to be a dog that displays an air of nobility, dignity and intelligence. They are great around children, displaying respect and tolerant towards kids of all ages. These dogs are natural watch dogs that are very alert. This is a dog that will use their intelligence when guarding their family and property. They will be aloof towards strangers, displaying a heightened sense of alertness and will make its presence known. But once their owners show that the strangers can be trusted and friendly, the Chongqing Dog will treat it them as visitors that pose no threat. This is a Chinese dog breed that is fearless, muscular and very powerful.

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Chinese Crested

The Chinese Crested is a small, fine-boned body. It comes in two varieties: the Hairless and the powderpuff. The Hairless variety has hair only on its head, feet and tails. The Powderpuff is completely covered in long hair.

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Chinese Imperial

The Chinese Imperial Dog used to be classified as a breed which is under or just a variety if the Shih-Tzu. It is now recognized by various kennel club’s to be a separate and distinct breed.

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Chinese Shar-Pei

Chinese Shar-Peis are dogs that will choose the company of humans than other dogs. They are dog-aggressive if not properly trained. Trained dogs will be aloof when around other dogs as well. Around family, these wrinkled Chinese dogs are known to show affection and devotion. When around strangers, they will show wariness. All in all, the Shar-Pei dog breed possesses intelligence that is higher than most other breeds. These serious and always alert dogs are one of China’s most loved and most popular companion pets around the world today.

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Chinook

The Chinook is a medium to large-size, powerful dog that is longer than it is tall. They have dense double coating covering their entire bodies.

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Chodsky Pes

The Chodsky Pes Dog is not for the lethargic. They are dogs that will be full of life and jam-packed with high energy. These Czech dog breed is not known to be hostile and will be exceptional to have around children and other pets. They are nimble and sharp and display skills to be great rescue dogs as well as companion pets. The Chodsky Pes is first and foremost a guard dog that will display a calm, friendly and stable disposition.

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Chow Chow

The Chow Chow is a medium-size, study dog. It is double coated and the outer coat can be smooth or rough. The smooth coat is short and dense. The rough coat is longer and abundant.

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Cierny Sery

The Cierny Sery is a herding dog breed that is available in three types: The Short Cierny Series, Long Cierny Series and Rough Cierny Series. The three types are distinguished by the location and length of their coat. All three Cierny Sery types usually come with black coats.

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Cirneco dell'Etna

Cirneco dell'Etna or the Sicilian Hound is a dog breed that has adapted and specializes in hunting across rugged terrain which was formed by volcanic lava! It is also famous for being one of the few dog breeds that can hunt for long hours without food and water in hot temperatures.

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Clumber Spaniel

The Clumber Spaniel can be describe as a long, low solid dog with a rectangular shape. They have a coat that is silky and straight with a neck frill and feathering on the ears.

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Coated Peruvian Orchid

The Coated Peruvian Orchid or also called the Coated Peruvian Inca Orchid is one of two varieties of the PIO dog breed. The other variety is the Hairless Peruvian Inca Orchid dog.

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Cocker Spaniel

These loving, people-oriented dogs need frequent brushing and constant vigilance against ear infections.

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Collie

Wonderful, devoted family companions, who are gentle, loyal, intelligent, and affectionate. Be prepared for a lot of grooming with these double-coated dogs.

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Continental Toy Spaniel

Small, clean and beautiful! That is what the Continental Toy Spaniel is famous for, but they are also known to be very alert watch dogs! These toy spaniels are very vocal but not aggressive. They will display friendliness towards everyone they meet.

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Corgi

High-spirited, intelligent working dogs, Corgis need mental stimulation and exercise to keep them happy and well-behaved.

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Coton de Tulear

The Coton is a cheerful, agreeable dog that gets along with almost everyone but especially bonded with its family. It is friendly with children, strangers, and other animals. It is playful and sometimes even clownish.

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Cretan Hound

A very ancient dog breed that withstood centuries, the Cretan Hound is literally the dog world's genuine living legend. They are hound dogs that bark rarely, but will alert its masters when strangers are nearby. This breed is capable of hunting prey using both their eyes and their noses while out on the field. They are known to taste the scent, may it be scents caught on the ground or sniffed through the air. These dogs are so great as scent trackers, they are known to suck the scent out of the pebbles and stones while trailing their prey! They have a meek appearance and their show of affection towards their master will lead to an assumption that they are truly meek dogs. But Cretan Hounds are very deadly during the hunt, chasing prey with precision. They have a regal bearing, appearing with an aura of aristocracy and elegant with its stance. These dogs are polite, gentle and very hygienic. They are inquisitive and tolerant when around strangers but will be great to have around children as well as other animals that are members of the family.

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Croatian Mountain

The Croatian Mountain Dog is a multipurpose working dog that are similar to the herding and flock guardian dogs that is bred in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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Croatian Sheepdog

Intelligent, keen, alert and very agile are the most famous traits of the Croatian Sheepdog. These pastoral dog breed is known to have extremely high levels of energy and tends to have a strong need for their masters leadership and guidance. It has withstood several centuries and has remained that same in physical appearance and temperament. They are considered to be among the healthiest dog breeds today. It has evolved to a dog that is resistant to diseases. Overall, this very old dog breed possesses highly-developed herding instinct and impressive watchdog skills.

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Cur

In general, Curs are hardworking dogs that are naturally versatile working dogs. These all-purpose rural dogs are full of courage and tenacity when out doing their tasks

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Curly Coated Retriever

Back in the day, Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are synonymous to the working class. English commoners, mostly gamekeepers are likely to own these types of dogs. Thus garnering the nick, “the gamekeeper’s night watchdog”. This is a dog breed famous for being excellent hunters, trackers, retrievers as well as skilled guardians and watchdogs, the Curly Coated Retriever who is also gaining popularity in the dog agility and obedience competition circuits, is considered to be one of the oldest retriever breeds today.

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Curly-Coated Portuguese Water Dog

Curly-Coated Portuguese Water Dog or locally called in Portugal as the Cão de Água Pelo Encaradolado is one of two coat variety for the Cão de Água Português.

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Czechoslovakian Wolfdog

Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs are known for their fearlessness, innate wariness and courageous traits towards intruders and strangers. But this dog will not attack without just cause. This is a dog that will be tremendously devoted and extremely loyal to their master.

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Dachshund, Miniature Size

The Miniature Dachshund dog breed is a global star! This is a dog that is known internationally as the “hotdog”, for its long sausage-like bodies! They are well loved through the decades, and although German in origin, the Hotdog Dog, is also one of America’s icons since World War II.

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Dachshund, Toy Size

All Dachshund varieties all have the good tempered and friendly traits making them a good choice for home pet and adoption scenarios. They are highly intelligent, fun-loving and just love showing their playful side with an equal amount of affection.

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Dalmatian

Clownish, protective dogs who need a lot of exercise, the Dalmatian might make a great running partner for an active owner.

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Dandie Dinmont Terrier

The Dandie Dinmont Terrier dogs are an affectionate lot, showing love and devotion to their family. But they are also independent dogs that will show reservation. These dogs possess high intelligence that matches their strong determination.

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Danish Broholmer

The Broholmer are known to be dogs that are calm, docile and even tempered but can be dominant and protective when threatened.

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Danish-Swedish Farm Dog

The Danish Swedish Farm Dogs are intelligent dogs that will be lively, alert and very active when out working. It craves and loves attention but will be very sweet and friendly to everyone. These farm dogs makes great family dogs and will be extremely good when around children. These dogs are always ready to play. They are generally good towards other dogs, but the breed's strong instinct to point and flush bird, good ratters or hunt small game may pose a problem when around other small pets.

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Decker Giant Rat Terrier

Decker Giant Rat Terriers are very similar to the smaller varieties of this breed when it comes to temperament. Decker Rat Terriers are also intelligent, curious and very active dogs. They are natural hunting dogs that will display impressive gameness and tenacity while on the field. These dogs will be affectionate and affable when at home with family. All in all, Decker Rat Terriers dogs are docile dogs that will be friendly towards everyone including children, other dog breeds and even cats!

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Denmark Feist

This dog breed has two distinct personalities, tenacious at work and calm at home, full of energy, jovial

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Deutscher Wachtelhund

This breed is energetic and hardworking. It is intense in the field but friendly with family, both loyal and dependable as well as biddable.

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Dhoki Apso

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Do Khyi

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Doberman Pinscher

Intelligent, loyal, and strong-willed, the Doberman needs a lot of mental and physical stimulation to be happy and well-behaved.

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Dogo Argentino

The Dogo Argentino is a reliable dog that is affectionate with friends and family but wary with strangers. It is intelligent and likes to be the center of attention. It is highly trainable and generally enjoys children.

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Dogue de Bordeaux

A well socialized and properly trained Dogue de Bordeaux dog will be a great companion pet for a family with children. They will be dogs that will show great amounts of affection towards family. Their friendly disposition will turn to a suspicious state when strangers are around, may it be humans or other animals. If these dogs are not properly socialized, they will be aggressive to other canines even if they know them. Both male and female of the species are targets of their aggression!

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Dokhi Apso

Tibetan Terriers are naturally reserved and wary when around strangers. These companion dogs will display loyalty and affection towards their family and friends. Their intelligence and good-natured disposition are innate to these dogs. Much like the Buddhist monks who bred and created them, these dogs are calm and friendly to anyone and everyone they meet.

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Dorset Olde Tyme Bulldogge

Dorset Olde English Bulldogges are much like their 18th century English bulldog versions, but less aggressive and healthier. This is a big dog that will be great companions. They are versatile bulldogs, that have a strong drive to work and perform, display a pleasing and well-behaved temperament while on the job as well as having the ability to do all the tasks given to them. The Dorset Olde English Bulldogges are very alert, very friendly and very confident. They are known to be very expressive and have this animated personality.

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Drentse Patrijshond

The Drentse Patrijshond is a powerful medium-size dog that is known to be an enthusiastic and hardworking gun dog. They are highly trainable, loyal, and obedient but quite sensitive when training is harsh.

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Drever

First and foremost, the Drever is a born hunter that is prized for their impressive ability of driving prey towards their master's gun! Drever dogs are naturally good-natured and very friendly towards their master and family. Their high intelligence balances their mischievous side. These are dogs who will always who their affection to family and their masters. They are highly intelligent, fun-loving and just love hunting with their masters.

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Dunker

This is a good tempered and gentle dog with a strong hunting instinct. They can be very vocal, as this dog breed have a high tendency to bark at almost everything.

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Dutch Shepherd

The Dutch Shepherd Dog are prized for their intelligence and their strong drive to work hard. They are also famous for their bravery on and off the job. These dogs are known to be independent-minded and can be stubborn at times. In general, the once called Domestic Herding Dog of The Netherlands are dogs that will display their playfulness and affectionate disposition towards family and friends.

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Dutch Smoushond

The Dutch Smoushond is considered to be a very easy-care house dog that will be obedient, friendly and charming as family pets and companion dogs. These are dogs that will be quite when around strangers. They are loving dogs when around friends. Skilled ratters, highly intelligent and very adaptive to any living situation, they are dogs that also shows alertness but with a great sense of humor.

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East Siberian Laika

The East Siberian Laika will be highly aggressive towards large predators and tenacious towards large prey. The East Siberian Laika is one of the calmest and well-tempered Laika breed in Russia. These dogs have also proven to great watchdogs that will be very protective against strangers, suspicious individuals and intruders in general. These spitz-type dogs are also known to be good companions.

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East-European Shepherd

The East-European Shepherd dog breed is a product of the Cold War. This particular breed was initially developed by the Soviets before World War II, but was seriously bred during the Soviet Expansion in Eastern Europe.

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English Bulldog

The English Bulldog is gentle, stable and affectionate. Although it is courageous and capable of great power, it gets along with almost everyone. On the down side, it has a proclivity for snorting and drooling as well as chronic flatulence. It is occasionally scrappy with other dogs.

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English Cocker Spaniel

English Cocker Spaniels, not to be confused with its American cousin, the American Cocker Spaniel is one of the oldest land Spaniel dog breeds that still exist and thrive today. They are gun dogs famous for their hunting, tracking and retrieving skills. Today they are being used as dependable watchdogs as well as competent agility and competitive obedience competitors.

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English Coonhound

The English Coonhound is famous across the United States as intelligent dogs that are pleasant to be around with, very alert, oozing with confidence and a highly social dog when around humans and other dog breeds. This coonhound breed is also preferred by practical and competitive hunters for their heightened senses and impeccable hunting skills. English Coonhounds are extremely fast when out on the field and are considered as hot-trailers.

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English Foxhound

This is an energetic and enthusiastic dog with a strong prey drive. It gets along with almost everyone, including children and other dogs.

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English Labrador Retriever

The English Labrador Retriever share all the same traits of the American Lab type as well as the original Canadaian Labradors. Dog experts believe and recognize that English Labs are dogs that are more docile and calmer than their North American counterpart.

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English Mastiff

The English Mastiff or more commonly known as the Mastiff is considered to be one of the heaviest of all the large dog breeds. They can weigh over 200 pounds! These are guard dogs that require no training as their naturally instincts to guard will always take over.

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English Pointer

English Pointers are dogs that are known to be very hardworking hunters that displays enthusiasm while out on the hunt. They are known to display friendliness and are considered very even-tempered. These dogs are great when around children and other dog breeds.

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English Setter

English Setters, may it be for show or for field are good-natured, mild, and friendly dogs. The field type is more active. But both love the outdoors and get along with almost everyone, including children. The field type is especially suited to hunting.

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English Shepherd

The English Shepherd is an intelligent and energetic dog. It is fearless and alert, devoted to its owner and highly trainable. It is a good worker and companion.

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