Chihuahua
Descended from a larger breed called Techichi, these tiny dogs were valued for companionship and spiritual beliefs.
Dachshund
Dachshunds were originally bred in Germany to hunt badgers and other small animals that lived in burrows such as rabbits.
Dalmatian
Dalmatians are athletic, energetic dogs that were used for herding, guarding, retrieving, and controlling vermin.
Dobermann
Dobermans were originally bred in Germany in the late 1800s as intelligent, fast, and fearless protection dogs.
Dutch Shepherd
Dutch Shepherds were developed in the Netherlands during the 18th century as hardworking, all-purpose farm dogs.
English Bulldog
When bull baiting was banned in England in 1835, breeders began transforming the breed into a gentle companion dog.
French Bulldog
French Bulldogs were bred in England but became famous in France during the Industrial Revolution.
German Shorthaired Pointer
German Shorthaired Pointers were first bred in 19th-century Germany to be versatile all-round hunting dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer
German Wirehaired Pointers were developed in the late 19th century, after the German Shorthaired Pointer.
Greyhound
Greyhounds’ hunting ability dates back thousands of years, and they were highly valued by ancient pharaohs and nobility.
Griffon Bruxellois
The Griffon Bruxellois, also known as the Brussels Griffon, originated in Belgium to hunt and control rodents in stables.
Hungarian Vizsla
Hungarian Vizslas were originally bred by Magyar noblemen and warriors to be versatile hunting companions.
Ibizan Hound
Ibizan Hounds were originally bred on Ibiza and the Balearic Islands to hunt rabbits and other small game in packs.
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.
