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.
English Bulldog
When bull baiting was banned in England in 1835, breeders began transforming the breed into a gentle companion dog.
English Pointer
English Pointers were originally bred as hunting dogs, valued for their ability to locate and “point” at small game and birds.
Flatcoated Retriever
The Flatcoated Retriever was developed in 19th-century England as a versatile hunting and retrieving dog.
Fox Terrier
Fox Terriers were originally bred in 18th-century England to assist with fox hunting and to control vermin on farms.
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.
Great Dane
Originally bred to hunt large animals like wild boars, Great Danes were valued for their strength, speed, and bravery.
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.
