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 Pointer
English Pointers were originally bred as hunting dogs, valued for their ability to locate and “point” at small game and 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.
Flatcoated Retriever
The Flatcoated Retriever was developed in 19th-century England as a versatile hunting and retrieving dog.
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.