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Greyhound

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Greyhounds’ hunting ability dates back thousands of years, and they were highly valued by ancient pharaohs and nobility.

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Hungarian Vizsla

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Hungarian Vizslas were originally bred by Magyar noblemen and warriors to be versatile hunting companions.

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Ibizan Hound

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Ibizan Hounds were originally bred on Ibiza and the Balearic Islands to hunt rabbits and other small game in packs.

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Irish Setter

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Irish Setters were originally bred in 18th-century Ireland as skilled hunting dogs with an excellent sense of smell.

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Irish Terrier

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Irish Terriers were originally bred in Ireland as all-purpose farm dogs, valued for their courage, energy and versatility

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Irish Wolfhound

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Irish Wolfhounds were originally bred as hunting dogs, especially for chasing and bringing down large animals.

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Italian Cane Corso

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The Italian Cane Corso was originally developed in Italy as a hardworking farm dog that could handle a variety of tasks.

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Italian Greyhound

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Italian Greyhounds have a history that stretches back 2,000 years and were bred as a companion and skilled hunter.

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Labrador Retriever

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The Labrador Retriever, often called a Labrador or simply a Lab, was first bred in Newfoundland to help fishermen and hunters.

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Lhasa Apso

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The Lhasa Apso originated in the palaces of Tibet, where it served as both a cherished companion and an indoor watchdog.

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Maltese

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The Maltese was originally bred as a companion dog and a symbol of luxury for royalty and noblewomen.

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Old English Sheepdog

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Old English Sheepdogs were originally bred in England during the 1800s to help farmers manage and move livestock.

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Pyrenean Mountain Dog

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Pyrenean Mountain Dogs, also known as Great Pyrenees, were originally bred to guard livestock in France and Spain.

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Saluki

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Salukis were originally bred by nomadic tribes and Middle Eastern royalty to hunt fast-moving prey using their eyesight.

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Schnauzer (Giant)

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Giant Schnauzers were developed in the mid-19th century in the Bavarian Alps of Germany as strong, versatile farm dogs.