Alaskan Malamute
Alaskan Malamutes were originally bred in Alaska to help people survive in the harsh Arctic environment.
Working Dogs
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bernese Mountain Dogs were originally developed in Switzerland as hardworking, all-purpose farm dogs.
Boerboel
Boerboels are highly protective, and were originally bred in South Africa to guard homes and farms, and to protect livestock.
Boxer
Boxers were originally bred in Germany in the late 19th century as strong and versatile working dogs.
Bullmastiff
Bullmastiffs were originally developed in England during the 1800s to help gamekeepers protect large estates.
Dobermann
Dobermans were originally bred in Germany in the late 1800s as intelligent, fast, and fearless protection dogs.
German Shepherd
German Shepherds are often used as police and military dogs because they are loyal, brave, and have a strong sense of smell.
Great Dane
Originally bred to hunt large animals like wild boars, Great Danes were valued for their strength, speed, and bravery.
Italian Cane Corso
The Italian Cane Corso was originally developed in Italy as a hardworking farm dog that could handle a variety of tasks.
Newfoundland
Newfoundlands were originally bred as hardworking companions for fishermen in the cold waters of the North Atlantic.
Pyrenean Mountain Dog
Pyrenean Mountain Dogs, also known as Great Pyrenees, were originally bred to guard livestock in France and Spain.
Rottweiler
Originally bred by the Romans, Rottweilers herded livestock, pulled carts, guard camps, and protect travelling merchants.
Schnauzer
Schnauzers were originally bred in Germany as versatile farm dogs that helped hunt small animals and keep farms rat-free.
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.