Afghan Hound
Afghan Hounds were originally bred by nomadic tribes in the mountainous regions of Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India.
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.
Basset Hound
Basset Hounds were originally bred in medieval France as scent hounds for hunting small game such as rabbits.
Boerboel
Boerboels are highly protective, and were originally bred in South Africa to guard homes and farms, and to protect livestock.
Border Collie
Border Collies were originally bred to herd sheep in the rough countryside between England and Scotland.
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.
Chihuahua
Descended from a larger breed called Techichi, these tiny dogs were valued for companionship and spiritual beliefs.
Chow Chow
Originating from Northern China, the Chow Chow is one of the oldest dog breeds, with a history dating back thousands of years.
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.
