Afghan Hound
Afghan Hounds were originally bred by nomadic tribes in the mountainous regions of Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India.
American English Coonhound
The American English Coonhound was originally bred by early American frontiersmen as a versatile hunting dog.
American Pit Bull Terrier
Pit Bulls were developed in 19th-century England and Ireland, where they were originally used in blood sports.
American Staffordshire Terrier
AmStaffs originated in 19th-century England when Bulldogs were crossed with Terriers to create strong, athletic dogs.
Basenji
Basenjis were originally bred in Central Africa as versatile hunting dogs and were valued by tribes in the Congo Basin.
Bedlington Terrier
Despite their soft, lamb-like appearance, the Bedlington Terrier was originally bred as a tough working dog.
Bluetick Coonhound
Bluetick Coonhounds were originally bred in the United States to track and hunt nocturnal game, particularly raccoons.
Boerboel
Boerboels are highly protective, and were originally bred in South Africa to guard homes and farms, and to protect livestock.
Boston Terrier
Boston Terriers were originally bred for pit fighting and ratting in the 19th century before becoming friendly companion dogs.
Boxer
Boxers were originally bred in Germany in the late 19th century as strong and versatile working dogs.
Bull Terrier
In the 1800s, Bull Terriers were originally bred for cruel blood sports like bull and bear baiting and dog fighting.
Bullmastiff
Bullmastiffs were originally developed in England during the 1800s to help gamekeepers protect large estates.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel was originally bred as a companion dog for European royalty and aristocrats.
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.
