German Shepherd
German Shepherds are often used as police and military dogs because they are loyal, brave, and have a strong sense of smell.
Golden Retriever
Golden Retrievers were developed with the goal of creating the ideal hunting dog for the wet, rocky terrain of Scotland.
Irish Setter
Irish Setters were originally bred in 18th-century Ireland as skilled hunting dogs with an excellent sense of smell.
Irish Terrier
Irish Terriers were originally bred in Ireland as all-purpose farm dogs, valued for their courage, energy and versatility
Irish Wolfhound
Irish Wolfhounds were originally bred as hunting dogs, especially for chasing and bringing down large animals.
Kerry Blue Terrier
Originally bred as versatile farm dogs in Ireland, Kerry Blue Terriers were valued for their ability to perform a range of jobs.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Pembroke Welsh Corgis were originally bred in Wales as hardworking farm and herding dogs.
Pyrenean Mountain Dog
Pyrenean Mountain Dogs, also known as Great Pyrenees, were originally bred to guard livestock in France and Spain.
Schipperke
The Schipperke was originally bred in Belgium as a versatile working dog, particularly on canal barges and farms.
Schnauzer
Schnauzers were originally bred in Germany as versatile farm dogs that helped hunt small animals and keep farms rat-free.
Schnauzer (Giant)
Giant Schnauzers were developed in the mid-19th century in the Bavarian Alps of Germany as strong, versatile farm dogs.
Shiba Inu
Shiba Inus were originally bred in the mountainous regions of central Japan to hunt small animals like birds and rabbits.
Siberian Husky
Originally bred in northeastern Asia, Siberian Huskies were developed as sledge dogs built for long journeys.
West Highland White Terrier
West Highland White Terriers, often called Westies, were originally bred in Scotland to hunt small burrowing animals.
White Swiss Shepherd
White Swiss Shepherds were developed in Switzerland during the 1970s using white-coated purebred German Shepherds.
