Afghan Hound
Afghan Hounds were originally bred by nomadic tribes in the mountainous regions of Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India.
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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.
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.
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.