Bichon Frise
The Bichon Frise was originally bred as a companion dog, valued for its cheerful personality and affectionate nature.
Double
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.
Bouvier des Flandres
The Bouvier des Flandres was originally bred in Belgium and France by farmers, butchers, and monks as working dogs.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
The Cardigan Welsh Corgi was originally bred in medieval Wales as a hardworking, all-purpose farm dog.
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.
Dutch Shepherd
Dutch Shepherds were developed in the Netherlands during the 18th century as hardworking, all-purpose farm dogs.
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.
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.
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 Wirehaired Pointer
German Wirehaired Pointers were developed in the late 19th century, after the German Shorthaired Pointer.