Alaskan Malamute
Alaskan Malamutes were originally bred in Alaska to help people survive in the harsh Arctic…
American Cocker Spaniel
American Cocker Spaniels were originally bred as gun dogs to hunt game birds, especially woodcocks.
Bearded Collie
The Bearded Collie was originally bred in Scotland as a hardworking, independent herding dog.
Bouvier des Flandres
The Bouvier des Flandres was originally bred in Belgium and France by farmers, butchers, and…
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
The Cardigan Welsh Corgi was originally bred in medieval Wales as a hardworking, all-purpose farm…
Chow Chow
Originating from Northern China, the Chow Chow is one of the oldest dog breeds, with…
Maltese
The Maltese was originally bred as a companion dog and a symbol of luxury for…
Newfoundland
Newfoundlands were originally bred as hardworking companions for fishermen in the cold waters of the…
Pekingese
For centuries, Pekingese were companions of Chinese emperors and were rarely seen outside the royal…
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Pembroke Welsh Corgis were originally bred in Wales as hardworking farm and herding dogs.
Pomeranian
Pomeranians were much larger, and by the early 1900s, they had become firmly established as…
Poodle
Poodles were originally bred as water retrievers, helping hunters retrieve ducks and other waterfowl.
Poodle (Standard)
Standard Poodles retrieved waterfowl, and their distinctive “poodle clip” helped them swim while keeping them…
Samoyed
Samoyeds were bred for herding reindeer, pulling sledges, hunting, and helping their owners survive the…
Schnauzer
Schnauzers were originally bred in Germany as versatile farm dogs that helped hunt small animals…
Schnauzer (Giant)
Giant Schnauzers were developed in the mid-19th century in the Bavarian Alps of Germany as…
Scottish Terrier
Scottish Terriers are brave, skilled hunters and were originally bred to hunt and control vermin…
Shih Tzu
Shih Tzus were originally bred to be loving companions and bring good fortune for royalty…
Siberian Husky
Originally bred in northeastern Asia, Siberian Huskies were developed as sledge dogs built for long…
