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Afghan Hound
Afghan Hounds were originally bred by nomadic tribes in the mountainous regions of Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India.
Africanis
The Africanis developed naturally through survival and adaptation, making them hardworking and dependable companions.
Airedale Terrier
Airedale Terriers were originally developed in England, as hardworking farm dogs and skilled hunters.
Akita Inu
Akitas Inus were originally bred in the rugged mountains of northern Japan as powerful hunting dogs.
Alaskan Malamute
Alaskan Malamutes were originally bred in Alaska to help people survive in the harsh Arctic environment.
American Cocker Spaniel
American Cocker Spaniels were originally bred as gun dogs to hunt game birds, especially woodcocks.
American English Coonhound
The American English Coonhound was originally bred by early American frontiersmen as a versatile hunting dog.
American Pit Bull Terrier
Pit Bulls were developed in 19th-century England and Ireland, where they were originally used in blood sports.
American Staffordshire Terrier
AmStaffs originated in 19th-century England when Bulldogs were crossed with Terriers to create strong, athletic dogs.
Australian Cattle Dog
Australian Cattle Dogs, also known as Blue or Red Heelers, were originally bred to herd cattle across rugged landscapes.
Australian Shepherd
Australian Shepherds were originally bred to herd livestock on ranches in the American West during the 1800s.
Basenji
Basenjis were originally bred in Central Africa as versatile hunting dogs and were valued by tribes in the Congo Basin.
Basset Hound
Basset Hounds were originally bred in medieval France as scent hounds for hunting small game such as rabbits.
Beagle
Beagles were originally bred in England as scent hounds to hunt rabbits while moving at a pace hunters could follow on foot.
Bearded Collie
The Bearded Collie was originally bred in Scotland as a hardworking, independent herding dog.
Bedlington Terrier
Despite their soft, lamb-like appearance, the Bedlington Terrier was originally bred as a tough working dog.
Belgian Malinois
Originally bred in the late 1800s, Belgian Malinois are among the top breeds for police, military, and search-and-rescue work.
Belgian Sheepdog (Groenendael)
Belgian Sheepdogs, also known as Groenendaels, were developed in Belgium in the late 1800s as farm dogs.
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bernese Mountain Dogs were originally developed in Switzerland as hardworking, all-purpose farm dogs.
Bluetick Coonhound
Bluetick Coonhounds were originally bred in the United States to track and hunt nocturnal game, particularly raccoons.
Boerboel
Boerboels are highly protective, and were originally bred in South Africa to guard homes and farms, and to protect livestock.
Border Collie
Border Collies were originally bred to herd sheep in the rough countryside between England and Scotland.
Borzoi
Originally known as the Russian Wolfhound, the Borzoi was developed by Russian aristocrats to hunt fast-moving game.
Boston Terrier
Boston Terriers were originally bred for pit fighting and ratting in the 19th century before becoming friendly companion dogs.
Bouvier des Flandres
The Bouvier des Flandres was originally bred in Belgium and France by farmers, butchers, and monks as working dogs.
Boxer
Boxers were originally bred in Germany in the late 19th century as strong and versatile working dogs.
Bull Terrier
In the 1800s, Bull Terriers were originally bred for cruel blood sports like bull and bear baiting and dog fighting.
Bullmastiff
Bullmastiffs were originally developed in England during the 1800s to help gamekeepers protect large estates.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
The Cardigan Welsh Corgi was originally bred in medieval Wales as a hardworking, all-purpose farm dog.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel was originally bred as a companion dog for European royalty and aristocrats.
Chihuahua
Descended from a larger breed called Techichi, these tiny dogs were valued for companionship and spiritual beliefs.
Chow Chow
Originating from Northern China, the Chow Chow is one of the oldest dog breeds, with a history dating back thousands of years.
Dachshund
Dachshunds were originally bred in Germany to hunt badgers and other small animals that lived in burrows such as rabbits.
Dalmatian
Dalmatians are athletic, energetic dogs that were used for herding, guarding, retrieving, and controlling vermin.
Dobermann
Dobermans were originally bred in Germany in the late 1800s as intelligent, fast, and fearless protection dogs.
Dutch Shepherd
Dutch Shepherds were developed in the Netherlands during the 18th century as hardworking, all-purpose farm dogs.
English Bulldog
When bull baiting was banned in England in 1835, breeders began transforming the breed into a gentle companion dog.
English Cocker Spaniel
English Cocker Spaniels were originally bred as gun dogs, trained to hunt, flush out, and retrieve upland game birds.
English Setter
English Setters were originally bred more than 400 years ago to help hunters find upland game birds.
English Springer Spaniel
English Springer Spaniels were originally bred as versatile hunting companions whose main job was to flush game birds.
Fox Terrier
Fox Terriers were originally bred in 18th-century England to assist with fox hunting and to control vermin on farms.
French Bulldog
French Bulldogs were bred in England but became famous in France during the Industrial Revolution.
German Shepherd
German Shepherds are often used as police and military dogs because they are loyal, brave, and have a strong sense of smell.
German Shorthaired Pointer
German Shorthaired Pointers were first bred in 19th-century Germany to be versatile all-round hunting dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer
German Wirehaired Pointers were developed in the late 19th century, after the German Shorthaired Pointer.
Golden Retriever
Golden Retrievers were developed with the goal of creating the ideal hunting dog for the wet, rocky terrain of Scotland.
Great Dane
Originally bred to hunt large animals like wild boars, Great Danes were valued for their strength, speed, and bravery.
Greyhound
Greyhounds' hunting ability dates back thousands of years, and they were highly valued by ancient pharaohs and nobility.
Griffon Bruxellois
The Griffon Bruxellois, also known as the Brussels Griffon, originated in Belgium to hunt and control rodents in stables.
Hungarian Vizsla
Hungarian Vizslas were originally bred by Magyar noblemen and warriors to be versatile hunting companions.
Ibizan Hound
Ibizan Hounds were originally bred on Ibiza and the Balearic Islands to hunt rabbits and other small game in packs.
Irish Setter
Irish Setters were originally bred in 18th-century Ireland as skilled hunting dogs with an excellent sense of smell.
Irish Wolfhound
Irish Wolfhounds were originally bred as hunting dogs, especially for chasing and bringing down large animals.
Irish Terrier
Irish Terriers were originally bred in Ireland as all-purpose farm dogs, valued for their courage, energy and versatility
Italian Cane Corso
The Italian Cane Corso was originally developed in Italy as a hardworking farm dog that could handle a variety of tasks.
Italian Greyhound
Italian Greyhounds have a history that stretches back 2,000 years and were bred as a companion and skilled hunter.
Jack Russell Terrier
The Jack Russell Terrier was originally bred as a hunting dog, especially for fox hunting in England during the 1800s.
Kerry Blue Terrier
Originally bred as versatile farm dogs in Ireland, Kerry Blue Terriers were valued for their ability to perform a range of jobs.
Labrador Retriever
The Labrador Retriever, often called a Labrador or simply a Lab, was first bred in Newfoundland to help fishermen and hunters.
Lhasa Apso
The Lhasa Apso originated in the palaces of Tibet, where it served as both a cherished companion and an indoor watchdog.
Maltese
The Maltese was originally bred as a companion dog and a symbol of luxury for royalty and noblewomen.
Mastiff
The Mastiff was originally bred to perform demanding jobs that required strength, courage, and loyalty.
Neapolitan Mastiff
Neapolitan Mastiffs were originally bred in Southern Italy as powerful and versatile guard dogs.
Newfoundland
Newfoundlands were originally bred as hardworking companions for fishermen in the cold waters of the North Atlantic.
Old English Sheepdog
Old English Sheepdogs were originally bred in England during the 1800s to help farmers manage and move livestock.
Papillon
Papillons were originally bred as companion dogs for European nobility and royalty during the Renaissance.
Pekingese
For centuries, Pekingese were companions of Chinese emperors and were rarely seen outside the royal court.
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 a beloved companion dog.
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 warm.
Pug
Pugs were originally bred in ancient China to be companion dogs for emperors and wealthy families as far back as 400 B.C.
Pyrenean Mountain Dog
Pyrenean Mountain Dogs, also known as Great Pyrenees, were originally bred to guard livestock in France and Spain.
Rhodesian Ridgeback
The Rhodesian Ridgeback was originally bred in Southern Africa in the late 1800s to track large game, including lions.
Rottweiler
Originally bred by the Romans, Rottweilers herded livestock, pulled carts, guard camps, and protect travelling merchants.
Rough Collie
Rough Collies were originally bred to herd and protect sheep across the rugged landscapes of the Scottish Highlands.
Saluki
Salukis were originally bred by nomadic tribes and Middle Eastern royalty to hunt fast-moving prey using their eyesight.
Samoyed
Samoyeds were bred for herding reindeer, pulling sledges, hunting, and helping their owners survive the harsh Arctic climate.
Schipperke
The Schipperke was originally bred in Belgium as a versatile working dog, particularly on canal barges and farms.
Schnauzer
Schnauzers were originally bred in Germany as versatile farm dogs that helped hunt small animals and keep farms rat-free.
Schnauzer (Giant)
Giant Schnauzers were developed in the mid-19th century in the Bavarian Alps of Germany as strong, versatile farm dogs.
Scottish Terrier
Scottish Terriers are brave, skilled hunters and were originally bred to hunt and control vermin such as badgers and foxes.
Shar Pei
Shar Peis were originally bred in ancient China as hardworking farm dogs that helped with a variety of tasks.
Shetland Sheepdog
Shelties were originally bred as hardworking farm and watchdogs on Scotland’s rugged Shetland Islands.
Shiba Inu
Shiba Inus were originally bred in the mountainous regions of central Japan to hunt small animals like birds and rabbits.
Shih Tzu
Shih Tzus were originally bred to be loving companions and bring good fortune for royalty and monks in ancient China.
Siberian Husky
Originally bred in northeastern Asia, Siberian Huskies were developed as sledge dogs built for long journeys.
St. Bernard
St. Bernards were originally bred in the Western Alps, where they helped guard the property and guide travellers.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
The Staffy was developed by crossing bulldogs with different terriers, creating a strong and energetic dog.
Weimaraner
Weimaraners were bred in Germany as skilled hunting dogs known for their speed, courage, and strong sense of smell.
West Highland White Terrier
West Highland White Terriers, often called Westies, were originally bred in Scotland to hunt small burrowing animals.
Whippet
Whippets were originally bred in northern England during the 18th and 19th centuries for both hunting and sport.
White Swiss Shepherd
White Swiss Shepherds were developed in Switzerland during the 1970s using white-coated purebred German Shepherds.
Yorkshire Terrier
Yorkies were originally bred in the 1800s to hunt and kill rats in mills and mines in Yorkshire and Lancashire, England.
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