Dog breeds

If you are trying to find what dog breed is right for you, search our complete list of more than 400 dog breeds recognized by the FCI and AKC. Find detailed dog breed profiles that include breed description, characteristics, pictures and more. Explore the list and find a dog breed that suits you the best.

Affenpinscher

The Affenpinscher is an interesting and rare dog breed that originated in Germany. The name Affenpinscher means “monkey-like terrier,” Although this breed is not classifie...
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Afghan Hound

The Afghan Hound is the most elegant dog breed you could ever imagine. They are tall, thin, and impressive. They attract looks wherever they go and they can thank that to their stunning coat...
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Airedale Terrier

The Airedale Terrier (often shortened to "Airedale“) is the largest of all terriers and is known as the "King of Terriers." The breed originates from the valley of the River...
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Akita Inu

Akita Inu dogs originate from Japan, and this dog is one of the largest from the Spitz group. This dog breed is also called Akita-Ken, Japanese Akita, and Great Ja...
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Alaskan Klee Kai

The Alaskan Klee Kai is a relatively young dog breed that belongs to the Spitz family of dog breeds. The Alaskan Klee Kai is similar to the Siberian Husky, who is their di...
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Alaskan Malamute

Alaskan Malamute is a loyal, affectionate, and playful dog breed, and it's one of the oldest sled dogs. These dogs are very similar to
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Alpine Dachsbracke

Alpine Dachsbracke is a medium-sized scent hound originating in Austria. These dogs were used for tracking wounded animals such as deer, boars, hares, and foxes. They were extremely good at...
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American Akita

The American Akita, or Akita, as it is called in the US, is a fearless and impressive dog breed that is known for their undying loyalty. These dogs have a dominant and extremely prote...
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American Bulldog

The American Bulldog breed is loyal and athletic with a friendly nature. They come from the Old English Bulldogs. Today, these dogs are mainly used as farm dogs, for dog sports, and a...
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American Cocker Spaniel

The American Cocker Spaniel was, until recently, considered to be the same breed as their English cousin, the English Cocker Spaniel. These two distinct breeds started to diverge a...
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American English Coonhound

American English Coonhound is a sweet, good-natured, and loving dog that was bred for hunting purposes. They are excellent workers, but when they are off duty they can be great fam...
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American Eskimo dog

The American Eskimo dog is a member of the Nordic dog breed. They are a part of the Spitz family and are famous for their pure, snowy white coat and dark eyes. This breed has three...
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American Foxhound

American Foxhound is a sweet, independent, and good-natured dog that fits great into family life. They get along well with kids, dogs, and other animals. Because of their high prey drive, yo...
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American Hairless Terrier

The American Hairless Terrier is an American dog breed that originated in the United States of America, and it is the only native, hairless breed. These dogs are lively and active...
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American Leopard Hound

The American Leopard Hound is an American dog breed whose ancestors came to the United States with the Spanish conquistadors. It is a hunting breed that is considered to be a mediu...
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American Staffordshire Terrier

The American Staffordshire Terrier is a medium-large, muscular, strong, and athletic dog that descends from early Greek Mastiff-type dogs that were used for dogfighting, hunting, p...
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American Water Spaniel

The American Water Spaniel is an all-American dog breed that was carefully bred and created as a versatile hunting dog. These dogs absolutely love water, and if you live near any body of wat...
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Anatolian Shepherd (Kangal Shepherd Dog)

Anatolian Shepherd (Kangal) is a powerful and large dog breed mostly known for its impressive size and strong body which is covered by a thick hair of different shades of gray. His...
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Anglo-Français de Petite Vénerie

Anglo-Français de Petite Vénerie is a medium-sized dog breed used for hunting. This dog was developed a few hundred years ago to hunt small games such as rabbits. Thi...
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Appenzeller Sennenhund

Appenzeller Sennenhund is a medium-sized, muscular, and agile dog that excels in agility, obedience, and herding. These dogs were true work dogs in their native land – Switze...
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Ariège Pointer (Braque de l'Ariege)

Ariège Pointer (Braque de l'Ariege) is an elegant, muscular and well-proportioned dog originating from France. These dogs were developed in the 19th and 20th centuries....
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Ariegeois

Ariegeois, or the Ariege Hound, is a French dog breed developed for pack hunting. This breed first came to life around the year 1912. It is a part of the Scenthound breed and share...
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Artesian-Norman Basset

The Basset Artésien Normand (Norman Artesian Basset) is a short-legged hound-type dog. The breed has origins in France. The word basset refers to short-legged hounds. This b...
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Artois Hound

Artois Hound is a fairly uncommon dog breed that originates in France. They are medium-sized dogs with muscular bodies that have been used for hunting since their beginning. They were favore...
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