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