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.
Pekingese
For centuries, Pekingese were companions of Chinese emperors and were rarely seen outside the royal court.
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.
Pug
Pugs were originally bred in ancient China to be companion dogs for emperors and wealthy families as far back as 400 B.C.
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.
Rough Collie
Rough Collies were originally bred to herd and protect sheep across the rugged landscapes of the Scottish Highlands.
Samoyed
Samoyeds were bred for herding reindeer, pulling sledges, hunting, and helping their owners survive the harsh Arctic climate.
Schnauzer
Schnauzers were originally bred in Germany as versatile farm dogs that helped hunt small animals and keep farms rat-free.
Scottish Terrier
Scottish Terriers are brave, skilled hunters and were originally bred to hunt and control vermin such as badgers and foxes.
Shetland Sheepdog
Shelties were originally bred as hardworking farm and watchdogs on Scotland’s rugged Shetland Islands.
Shiba Inu
Shiba Inus were originally bred in the mountainous regions of central Japan to hunt small animals like birds and rabbits.
