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Breed Name: Affenpinscher
Use: Small rodent hunting, lapdog
Breed Group: Toy
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Stubborn, Curious, Playful, Adventurous, Active, Fun-loving
Weight: 3 - 6 kg
Height: 23 - 29 cm
Breed Name: Afghan Hound
Use: Coursing and hunting
Breed Group: Hound
Life-Span: 10 - 13 years
Temperament: Aloof, Clownish, Dignified, Independent, Happy
Weight: 23 - 27 kg
Height: 64 - 69 cm
Breed Name: African Hunting Dog
Use: A wild pack animal
Breed Group:
Life-Span: 11 years
Temperament: Wild, Hardworking, Dutiful
Weight: 20 - 30 kg
Height: 76 cm
Breed Name: Airedale Terrier
Use: Badger, otter hunting
Breed Group: Terrier
Life-Span: 10 - 13 years
Temperament: Outgoing, Friendly, Alert, Confident, Intelligent, Courageous
Weight: 18 - 29 kg
Height: 53 - 58 cm
Breed Name: Akbash Dog
Use: Sheep guarding
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Loyal, Independent, Intelligent, Brave
Weight: 41 - 54 kg
Height: 71 - 86 cm
Breed Name: Akita
Use: Hunting bears
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 10 - 14 years
Temperament: Docile, Alert, Responsive, Dignified, Composed, Friendly, Receptive, Faithful, Courageous
Weight: 29 - 52 kg
Height: 61 - 71 cm
Breed Name: Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog
Use: Guarding
Breed Group: Mixed
Life-Span: 12 - 13 years
Temperament: Loving, Protective, Trainable, Dutiful, Responsible
Weight: 25 - 41 kg
Height: 46 - 61 cm
Breed Name: Alaskan Husky
Use: Sled pulling
Breed Group: Mixed
Life-Span: 10 - 13 years
Temperament: Friendly, Energetic, Loyal, Gentle, Confident
Weight: 17 - 23 kg
Height: 58 - 66 cm
Breed Name: Alaskan Malamute
Use: Hauling heavy freight, Sled pulling
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Friendly, Affectionate, Devoted, Loyal, Dignified, Playful
Weight: 29 - 45 kg
Height: 58 - 64 cm
Breed Name: American Bulldog
Use: unknown
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Friendly, Assertive, Energetic, Loyal, Gentle, Confident, Dominant
Weight: 27 - 54 kg
Height: 56 - 69 cm
Breed Name: American Bully
Use: Family companion dog
Breed Group:
Life-Span: 8 – 15 years
Temperament: Strong Willed, Stubborn, Friendly, Clownish, Affectionate, Loyal, Obedient, Intelligent, Courageous
Weight: 14 - 68 kg
Height: 36 - 43 cm
Breed Name: American Eskimo Dog
Use: Circus performer
Breed Group: Non-Sporting
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Friendly, Alert, Reserved, Intelligent, Protective
Weight: 9 - 18 kg
Height: 38 - 48 cm
Breed Name: American Eskimo Dog (Miniature)
Use: Companionship
Breed Group:
Life-Span: 13 – 15 years
Temperament: Friendly, Alert, Reserved, Intelligent, Protective
Weight: 3 - 5 kg
Height: 23 - 30 cm
Breed Name: American Foxhound
Use: Fox hunting, scent hound
Breed Group: Hound
Life-Span: 8 - 15 years
Temperament: Kind, Sweet-Tempered, Loyal, Independent, Intelligent, Loving
Weight: 29 - 34 kg
Height: 53 - 71 cm
Breed Name: American Pit Bull Terrier
Use: Fighting
Breed Group: Terrier
Life-Span: 10 - 15 years
Temperament: Strong Willed, Stubborn, Friendly, Clownish, Affectionate, Loyal, Obedient, Intelligent, Courageous
Weight: 14 - 27 kg
Height: 43 - 53 cm
Breed Name: American Staffordshire Terrier
Use: unknown
Breed Group: Terrier
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Tenacious, Friendly, Devoted, Loyal, Attentive, Courageous
Weight: 23 - 27 kg
Height: 43 - 48 cm
Breed Name: American Water Spaniel
Use: Bird flushing and retrieving
Breed Group: Sporting
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Friendly, Energetic, Obedient, Intelligent, Protective, Trainable
Weight: 11 - 20 kg
Height: 38 - 46 cm
Breed Name: Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Use: Livestock herding
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 11 - 13 years
Temperament: Steady, Bold, Independent, Confident, Intelligent, Proud
Weight: 36 - 68 kg
Height: 69 - 74 cm
Breed Name: Appenzeller Sennenhund
Use: Herding livestock, pulling carts, and guarding the farm
Breed Group:
Life-Span: 12 – 14 years
Temperament: Reliable, Fearless, Energetic, Lively, Self-assured
Weight: 22 - 25 kg
Height: 51 - 56 cm
Breed Name: Australian Cattle Dog
Use: Cattle herding, herding trials
Breed Group: Herding
Life-Span: 12 - 14 years
Temperament: Cautious, Energetic, Loyal, Obedient, Protective, Brave
Weight: 20 - 28 kg
Height: 43 - 51 cm
Breed Name: Australian Kelpie
Use: Farm dog, Cattle herding
Breed Group: Herding
Life-Span: 10 - 13 years
Temperament: Friendly, Energetic, Alert, Loyal, Intelligent, Eager
Weight: 14 - 21 kg
Height: 43 - 51 cm
Breed Name: Australian Shepherd
Use: Sheep herding
Breed Group: Herding
Life-Span: 12 - 16 years
Temperament: Good-natured, Affectionate, Intelligent, Active, Protective
Weight: 16 - 29 kg
Height: 46 - 58 cm
Breed Name: Australian Terrier
Use: Cattle herdering, hunting snakes and rodents
Breed Group: Terrier
Life-Span: 15 years
Temperament: Spirited, Alert, Loyal, Companionable, Even Tempered, Courageous
Weight: 6 - 7 kg
Height: 25 - 28 cm
Breed Name: Azawakh
Use: Livestock guardian, hunting
Breed Group: Hound
Life-Span: 10 - 13 years
Temperament: Aloof, Affectionate, Attentive, Rugged, Fierce, Refined
Weight: 15 - 25 kg
Height: 58 - 74 cm
Breed Name: Barbet
Use: Hunting water game
Breed Group:
Life-Span: 13 – 15 years
Temperament: Obedient, Companionable, Intelligent, Joyful
Weight: 18 - 29 kg
Height: 51 - 66 cm
Breed Name: Basenji
Use: Hunting
Breed Group: Hound
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Affectionate, Energetic, Alert, Curious, Playful, Intelligent
Weight: 10 - 11 kg
Height: 41 - 43 cm
Breed Name: Basset Bleu de Gascogne
Use: Hunting on foot.
Breed Group: Hound
Life-Span: 10 - 14 years
Temperament: Affectionate, Lively, Agile, Curious, Happy, Active
Weight: 16 - 18 kg
Height: 33 - 38 cm
Breed Name: Basset Hound
Use: Hunting by scent
Breed Group: Hound
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Tenacious, Friendly, Affectionate, Devoted, Sweet-Tempered, Gentle
Weight: 23 - 29 kg
Height: 36 cm
Breed Name: Beagle
Use: Rabbit, hare hunting
Breed Group: Hound
Life-Span: 13 - 16 years
Temperament: Amiable, Even Tempered, Excitable, Determined, Gentle, Intelligent
Weight: 9 - 16 kg
Height: 33 - 38 cm
Breed Name: Bearded Collie
Use: Sheep herding
Breed Group: Herding
Life-Span: 12 - 14 years
Temperament: Self-confidence, Hardy, Lively, Alert, Intelligent, Active
Weight: 20 - 25 kg
Height: 51 - 56 cm
Breed Name: Beauceron
Use: Boar herding, hunting, guarding
Breed Group: Herding
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Fearless, Friendly, Intelligent, Protective, Calm
Weight: 36 - 50 kg
Height: 61 - 70 cm
Breed Name: Bedlington Terrier
Use: Killing rat, badger, other vermin
Breed Group: Terrier
Life-Span: 14 - 16 years
Temperament: Affectionate, Spirited, Intelligent, Good-tempered
Weight: 8 - 10 kg
Height: 38 - 41 cm
Breed Name: Belgian Malinois
Use: Stock herding
Breed Group: Herding
Life-Span: 12 - 14 years
Temperament: Watchful, Alert, Stubborn, Friendly, Confident, Hard-working, Active, Protective
Weight: 18 - 36 kg
Height: 56 - 66 cm
Breed Name: Belgian Tervuren
Use: Guarding, Drafting, Police work.
Breed Group: Herding
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Energetic, Alert, Loyal, Intelligent, Attentive, Protective
Weight: 18 - 29 kg
Height: 56 - 66 cm
Breed Name: Bernese Mountain Dog
Use: Draft work
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 7 - 10 years
Temperament: Affectionate, Loyal, Intelligent, Faithful
Weight: 29 - 54 kg
Height: 58 - 70 cm
Breed Name: Bichon Frise
Use: Companion
Breed Group: Non-Sporting
Life-Span: 15 years
Temperament: Feisty, Affectionate, Cheerful, Playful, Gentle, Sensitive
Weight: 5 - 8 kg
Height: 24 - 29 cm
Breed Name: Black and Tan Coonhound
Use: Hunting raccoons, night hunting
Breed Group: Hound
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Easygoing, Gentle, Adaptable, Trusting, Even Tempered, Lovable
Weight: 29 - 45 kg
Height: 58 - 69 cm
Breed Name: Bloodhound
Use: Trailing
Breed Group: Hound
Life-Span: 8 - 10 years
Temperament: Stubborn, Affectionate, Gentle, Even Tempered
Weight: 36 - 50 kg
Height: 58 - 69 cm
Breed Name: Bluetick Coonhound
Use: Hunting with a superior sense of smell.
Breed Group: Hound
Life-Span: 12 - 14 years
Temperament: Friendly, Intelligent, Active
Weight: 20 - 36 kg
Height: 53 - 69 cm
Breed Name: Boerboel
Use: Guarding the homestead, farm work.
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Obedient, Confident, Intelligent, Dominant, Territorial
Weight: 50 - 91 kg
Height: 56 - 69 cm
Breed Name: Border Collie
Use: Sheep herder
Breed Group: Herding
Life-Span: 12 - 16 years
Temperament: Tenacious, Keen, Energetic, Responsive, Alert, Intelligent
Weight: 14 - 20 kg
Height: 46 - 56 cm
Breed Name: Border Terrier
Use: Fox bolting, ratting
Breed Group: Terrier
Life-Span: 12 - 14 years
Temperament: Fearless, Affectionate, Alert, Obedient, Intelligent, Even Tempered
Weight: 5 - 7 kg
Height: 28 - 41 cm
Breed Name: Boston Terrier
Use: Ratting, Companionship
Breed Group: Non-Sporting
Life-Span: 11 - 13 years
Temperament: Friendly, Lively, Intelligent
Weight: 5 - 11 kg
Height: 41 - 43 cm
Breed Name: Bouvier des Flandres
Use: Cattle herding
Breed Group: Herding
Life-Span: 10 - 15 years
Temperament: Protective, Loyal, Gentle, Intelligent, Familial, Rational
Weight: 32 - 50 kg
Height: 60 - 70 cm
Breed Name: Boxer
Use: Bull-baiting, guardian
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 8 - 10 years
Temperament: Devoted, Fearless, Friendly, Cheerful, Energetic, Loyal, Playful, Confident, Intelligent, Bright, Brave, Calm
Weight: 23 - 32 kg
Height: 55 - 64 cm
Breed Name: Boykin Spaniel
Use: Turkey retrieving
Breed Group: Sporting
Life-Span: 10 - 14 years
Temperament: Friendly, Energetic, Companionable, Intelligent, Eager, Trainable
Weight: 11 - 18 kg
Height: 36 - 46 cm
Breed Name: Bracco Italiano
Use: Versatile gun dog
Breed Group: Sporting
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Stubborn, Affectionate, Loyal, Playful, Companionable, Trainable
Weight: 25 - 40 kg
Height: 55 - 67 cm
Breed Name: Briard
Use: Herding, guarding sheep
Breed Group: Herding
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Fearless, Loyal, Obedient, Intelligent, Faithful, Protective
Weight: 32 - 41 kg
Height: 56 - 69 cm
Breed Name: Brittany
Use: Pointing, retrieving
Breed Group: Sporting
Life-Span: 12 - 14 years
Temperament: Agile, Adaptable, Quick, Intelligent, Attentive, Happy
Weight: 14 - 20 kg
Height: 44 - 52 cm
Breed Name: Bull Terrier
Use: Bull baiting, Fighting
Breed Group: Terrier
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Trainable, Protective, Sweet-Tempered, Keen, Active
Weight: 23 - 32 kg
Height: 53 - 56 cm
Breed Name: Bull Terrier (Miniature)
Use: An elegant man's fashion statement
Breed Group:
Life-Span: 11 – 14 years
Temperament: Trainable, Protective, Sweet-Tempered, Keen, Active, Territorial
Weight: 11 - 15 kg
Height: 25 - 36 cm
Breed Name: Bullmastiff
Use: Estate guardian
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 8 - 12 years
Temperament: Docile, Reliable, Devoted, Alert, Loyal, Reserved, Loving, Protective, Powerful, Calm, Courageous
Weight: 45 - 59 kg
Height: 61 - 69 cm
Breed Name: Cairn Terrier
Use: Bolting of otter, foxes, other vermin
Breed Group: Terrier
Life-Span: 14 - 15 years
Temperament: Hardy, Fearless, Assertive, Gay, Intelligent, Active
Weight: 6 - 6 kg
Height: 23 - 25 cm
Breed Name: Cane Corso
Use: Companion, guard dog, and hunter
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 10 - 11 years
Temperament: Trainable, Reserved, Stable, Quiet, Even Tempered, Calm
Weight: 40 - 54 kg
Height: 60 - 70 cm
Breed Name: Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Use: Cattle droving
Breed Group: Herding
Life-Span: 12 - 14 years
Temperament: Affectionate, Devoted, Alert, Companionable, Intelligent, Active
Weight: 11 - 17 kg
Height: 27 - 32 cm
Breed Name: Catahoula Leopard Dog
Use: Driving livestock
Breed Group: Herding
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Energetic, Inquisitive, Independent, Gentle, Intelligent, Loving
Weight: 23 - 43 kg
Height: 51 - 66 cm
Breed Name: Caucasian Shepherd (Ovcharka)
Use: Guard dogs, defending sheep from predators, mainly wolves, jackals and bears
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Alert, Quick, Dominant, Powerful, Calm, Strong
Weight: 36 - 45 kg
Height: 61 - 85 cm
Breed Name: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Use: Flushing small birds, companion
Breed Group: Toy
Life-Span: 10 - 14 years
Temperament: Fearless, Affectionate, Sociable, Patient, Playful, Adaptable
Weight: 6 - 8 kg
Height: 30 - 33 cm
Breed Name: Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Use: Water Retriever
Breed Group: Sporting
Life-Span: 10 - 13 years
Temperament: Affectionate, Intelligent, Quiet, Dominant, Happy, Protective
Weight: 25 - 36 kg
Height: 53 - 66 cm
Breed Name: Chinese Crested
Use: Ratting, lapdog, curio
Breed Group: Toy
Life-Span: 10 - 14 years
Temperament: Affectionate, Sweet-Tempered, Lively, Alert, Playful, Happy
Weight: 5 - 6 kg
Height: 28 - 33 cm
Breed Name: Chinese Shar-Pei
Use: Fighting
Breed Group: Non-Sporting
Life-Span: 10 years
Temperament: Suspicious, Affectionate, Devoted, Reserved, Independent, Loving
Weight: 20 - 27 kg
Height: 46 - 51 cm
Breed Name: Chinook
Use: Sled pulling
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Friendly, Alert, Dignified, Intelligent, Calm
Weight: 23 - 41 kg
Height: 56 - 66 cm
Breed Name: Chow Chow
Use: Guardian, cart pulling, hunting
Breed Group: Non-Sporting
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Aloof, Loyal, Independent, Quiet
Weight: 18 - 32 kg
Height: 43 - 51 cm
Breed Name: Clumber Spaniel
Use: Bird flushing, retrieving
Breed Group: Sporting
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Affectionate, Loyal, Dignified, Gentle, Calm, Great-hearted
Weight: 25 - 39 kg
Height: 43 - 51 cm
Breed Name: Cocker Spaniel
Use: Bird flushing, retrieving
Breed Group: Sporting
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Trainable, Friendly, Affectionate, Playful, Quiet, Faithful
Weight: 9 - 14 kg
Height: 36 - 38 cm
Breed Name: Cocker Spaniel (American)
Use: Hunting the American woodcock
Breed Group: Sporting
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Outgoing, Sociable, Trusting, Joyful, Even Tempered, Merry
Weight: 9 - 14 kg
Height: 36 - 38 cm
Breed Name: Coton de Tulear
Use: Accompanying ladies on long sea voyages, ratters onboard ship.
Breed Group: Non-Sporting
Life-Span: 13 - 16 years
Temperament: Affectionate, Lively, Playful, Intelligent, Trainable, Vocal
Weight: 4 - 7 kg
Height: 23 - 28 cm
Breed Name: Dalmatian
Use: Carriage dog - trot alongside carriages to protect the occupants from banditry or other interference
Breed Group: Non-Sporting
Life-Span: 10 - 13 years
Temperament: Outgoing, Friendly, Energetic, Playful, Sensitive, Intelligent, Active
Weight: 23 - 25 kg
Height: 48 - 58 cm
Breed Name: Doberman Pinscher
Use: Guardian
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 10 years
Temperament: Fearless, Energetic, Alert, Loyal, Obedient, Confident, Intelligent
Weight: 30 - 40 kg
Height: 61 - 71 cm
Breed Name: Dogo Argentino
Use: Big-game hunting
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Friendly, Affectionate, Cheerful, Loyal, Tolerant, Protective
Weight: 36 - 45 kg
Height: 60 - 69 cm
Breed Name: Dutch Shepherd
Use: Farms, watchdog, guard duty
Breed Group:
Life-Span: 15 years
Temperament: Reliable, Affectionate, Alert, Loyal, Obedient, Trainable
Weight: 23 - 32 kg
Height: 56 - 62 cm
Breed Name: English Setter
Use: Bird setting, retrieving
Breed Group: Sporting
Life-Span: 12 years
Temperament: Strong Willed, Mischievous, Affectionate, Energetic, Playful, Companionable, Gentle, Hard-working, Intelligent, Eager, People-Oriented
Weight: 20 - 36 kg
Height: 61 - 64 cm
Breed Name: English Shepherd
Use: Herding & guarding livestock, farm watch dog
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 10 - 13 years
Temperament: Kind, Energetic, Independent, Adaptable, Intelligent, Bossy
Weight: 20 - 30 kg
Height: 46 - 58 cm
Breed Name: English Springer Spaniel
Use: Bird flushing, retrieving
Breed Group: Sporting
Life-Span: 12 - 14 years
Temperament: Affectionate, Cheerful, Alert, Intelligent, Attentive, Active
Weight: 16 - 23 kg
Height: 48 - 51 cm
Breed Name: English Toy Spaniel
Use: Companion of kings
Breed Group: Toy
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Affectionate, Reserved, Playful, Gentle, Happy, Loving
Weight: 4 - 6 kg
Height: 25 cm
Breed Name: English Toy Terrier
Use: Rat-baiting
Breed Group:
Life-Span: 12 - 13 years
Temperament: Stubborn, Alert, Companionable, Intelligent, Cunning, Trainable
Weight: 3 - 4 kg
Height: 25 - 30 cm
Breed Name: Eurasier
Use: Companionship
Breed Group: Non-Sporting
Life-Span: 12 - 14 years
Temperament: Alert, Reserved, Intelligent, Even Tempered, Watchful, Calm
Weight: 18 - 32 kg
Height: 52 - 60 cm
Breed Name: Field Spaniel
Use: Bird flushing, retrieving
Breed Group: Sporting
Life-Span: 11 - 15 years
Temperament: Docile, Cautious, Sociable, Sensitive, Adaptable, Familial
Weight: 16 - 23 kg
Height: 43 - 46 cm
Breed Name: Finnish Lapphund
Use: Herding reindeer
Breed Group: Herding
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Friendly, Keen, Faithful, Calm, Courageous
Weight: 15 - 24 kg
Height: 41 - 53 cm
Breed Name: Finnish Spitz
Use: Hunting birds, small mammals
Breed Group: Non-Sporting
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Playful, Loyal, Independent, Intelligent, Happy, Vocal
Weight: 10 - 13 kg
Height: 39 - 51 cm
Breed Name: French Bulldog
Use: Lapdog
Breed Group: Non-Sporting
Life-Span: 9 - 11 years
Temperament: Playful, Affectionate, Keen, Sociable, Lively, Alert, Easygoing, Patient, Athletic, Bright
Weight: 13 kg
Height: 28 - 30 cm
Breed Name: German Pinscher
Use: Watchdog, Hunting vermin on the farm.
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 12 - 14 years
Temperament: Spirited, Lively, Intelligent, Loving, Even Tempered, Familial
Weight: 11 - 20 kg
Height: 43 - 51 cm
Breed Name: German Shepherd Dog
Use: Herding, Guard dog
Breed Group: Herding
Life-Span: 10 - 13 years
Temperament: Alert, Loyal, Obedient, Curious, Confident, Intelligent, Watchful, Courageous
Weight: 23 - 41 kg
Height: 56 - 66 cm
Breed Name: German Shorthaired Pointer
Use: General hunting
Breed Group: Sporting
Life-Span: 12 - 14 years
Temperament: Boisterous, Bold, Affectionate, Intelligent, Cooperative, Trainable
Weight: 20 - 32 kg
Height: 53 - 64 cm
Breed Name: Giant Schnauzer
Use: Herding, guarding
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Strong Willed, Kind, Loyal, Intelligent, Dominant, Powerful
Weight: 29 - 41 kg
Height: 60 - 70 cm
Breed Name: Glen of Imaal Terrier
Use: Rid the home and farm of vermin, and hunt badger and fox
Breed Group: Terrier
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Spirited, Agile, Loyal, Gentle, Active, Courageous
Weight: 15 - 18 kg
Height: 32 - 36 cm
Breed Name: Golden Retriever
Use: Retrieving
Breed Group: Sporting
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Intelligent, Kind, Reliable, Friendly, Trustworthy, Confident
Weight: 25 - 34 kg
Height: 55 - 61 cm
Breed Name: Gordon Setter
Use: Find and point gamebirds
Breed Group: Sporting
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Fearless, Alert, Loyal, Confident, Gay, Eager
Weight: 20 - 36 kg
Height: 58 - 69 cm
Breed Name: Great Dane
Use: Hunting & holding boars, Guardian
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 7 - 10 years
Temperament: Friendly, Devoted, Reserved, Gentle, Confident, Loving
Weight: 50 - 86 kg
Height: 71 - 81 cm
Breed Name: Great Pyrenees
Use: Sheep guardian
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Strong Willed, Fearless, Affectionate, Patient, Gentle, Confident
Weight: 39 - 52 kg
Height: 64 - 81 cm
Breed Name: Greyhound
Use: Coursing hares
Breed Group: Hound
Life-Span: 10 - 13 years
Temperament: Affectionate, Athletic, Gentle, Intelligent, Quiet, Even Tempered
Weight: 23 - 32 kg
Height: 69 - 76 cm
Breed Name: Griffon Bruxellois
Use: Hunt and kill vermin in stables
Breed Group:
Life-Span: 10 – 15 years
Temperament: Self-important, Inquisitive, Alert, Companionable, Sensitive, Watchful
Weight: 5 kg
Height: 23 - 28 cm
Breed Name: Harrier
Use: Hunting hares by trailing them
Breed Group: Hound
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Outgoing, Friendly, Cheerful, Sweet-Tempered, Tolerant, Active
Weight: 18 - 27 kg
Height: 46 - 56 cm
Breed Name: Havanese
Use: Companionship
Breed Group: Toy
Life-Span: 14 - 15 years
Temperament: Affectionate, Responsive, Playful, Companionable, Gentle, Intelligent
Weight: 3 - 6 kg
Height: 22 - 29 cm
Breed Name: Irish Setter
Use: Bird setting, retrieving
Breed Group: Sporting
Life-Span: 10 - 11 years
Temperament: Affectionate, Energetic, Lively, Independent, Playful, Companionable
Weight: 16 - 32 kg
Height: 61 - 69 cm
Breed Name: Irish Terrier
Use: unknown
Breed Group: Terrier
Life-Span: 12 - 16 years
Temperament: Respectful, Lively, Intelligent, Dominant, Protective, Trainable
Weight: 11 - 12 kg
Height: 46 cm
Breed Name: Irish Wolfhound
Use: Coursing wolves, elk
Breed Group: Hound
Life-Span: 6 - 8 years
Temperament: Sweet-Tempered, Loyal, Dignified, Patient, Thoughtful, Generous
Weight: 48 - 82 kg
Height: 76 - 89 cm
Breed Name: Italian Greyhound
Use: Lapdog
Breed Group: Toy
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Mischievous, Affectionate, Agile, Athletic, Companionable, Intelligent
Weight: 3 - 7 kg
Height: 33 - 38 cm
Breed Name: Japanese Chin
Use: Lapdog
Breed Group: Toy
Life-Span: 12 - 14 years
Temperament: Alert, Loyal, Independent, Intelligent, Loving, Cat-like
Weight: 2 - 4 kg
Height: 20 - 28 cm
Breed Name: Japanese Spitz
Use: Companion
Breed Group:
Life-Span: 10 – 16 years
Temperament: Affectionate, Obedient, Playful, Companionable, Intelligent, Proud
Weight: 7 - 9 kg
Height: 30 - 38 cm
Breed Name: Keeshond
Use: Barge watchdog
Breed Group: Non-Sporting
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Agile, Obedient, Playful, Quick, Sturdy, Bright
Weight: 16 - 20 kg
Height: 43 - 46 cm
Breed Name: Komondor
Use: Sheep guardian
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Steady, Fearless, Affectionate, Independent, Gentle, Calm
Weight: 36 - 45 kg
Height: 65 - 70 cm
Breed Name: Kooikerhondje
Use: Luring ducks into traps - "tolling"
Breed Group: Sporting
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Benevolent, Agile, Alert, Intelligent, Active, Territorial
Weight: 9 - 14 kg
Height: 36 - 41 cm
Breed Name: Kuvasz
Use: Guardian, hunting large game
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 8 - 10 years
Temperament: Clownish, Loyal, Patient, Independent, Intelligent, Protective
Weight: 32 - 52 kg
Height: 66 - 76 cm
Breed Name: Labrador Retriever
Use: Water retrieving
Breed Group: Sporting
Life-Span: 10 - 13 years
Temperament: Kind, Outgoing, Agile, Gentle, Intelligent, Trusting, Even Tempered
Weight: 25 - 36 kg
Height: 55 - 62 cm
Breed Name: Lagotto Romagnolo
Use: Water retrieval dog in the marshes of Romagna
Breed Group: Sporting
Life-Span: 14 - 16 years
Temperament: Keen, Loyal, Companionable, Loving, Active, Trainable
Weight: 11 - 16 kg
Height: 41 - 48 cm
Breed Name: Lancashire Heeler
Use: Cattle herding, Ratting, Driving cattle to market.
Breed Group:
Life-Span: 12 – 15 years
Temperament: Clever, Friendly, Alert, Intelligent
Weight: 3 - 6 kg
Height: 25 - 30 cm
Breed Name: Leonberger
Use: Guardian, appearance.
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 6 - 8 years
Temperament: Obedient, Fearless, Loyal, Companionable, Adaptable, Loving
Weight: 54 - 77 kg
Height: 65 - 80 cm
Breed Name: Lhasa Apso
Use: Guarding inside the home, companion
Breed Group: Non-Sporting
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Steady, Fearless, Friendly, Devoted, Assertive, Spirited, Energetic, Lively, Alert, Obedient, Playful, Intelligent
Weight: 5 - 8 kg
Height: 25 - 28 cm
Breed Name: Maltese
Use: Lapdog
Breed Group: Toy
Life-Span: 15 - 18 years
Temperament: Playful, Docile, Fearless, Affectionate, Sweet-Tempered, Lively, Responsive, Easygoing, Gentle, Intelligent, Active
Weight: 2 - 3 kg
Height: 20 - 25 cm
Breed Name: Miniature American Shepherd
Use: unknown
Breed Group: Herding
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Energetic, Loyal, Intelligent, Trainable
Weight: 9 - 18 kg
Height: 33 - 46 cm
Breed Name: Miniature Pinscher
Use: Small vermin hunting
Breed Group: Toy
Life-Span: 15 years
Temperament: Clever, Outgoing, Friendly, Energetic, Responsive, Playful
Weight: 4 - 5 kg
Height: 25 - 32 cm
Breed Name: Miniature Schnauzer
Use: Ratting
Breed Group: Terrier
Life-Span: 12 - 14 years
Temperament: Fearless, Friendly, Spirited, Alert, Obedient, Intelligent
Weight: 5 - 9 kg
Height: 30 - 36 cm
Breed Name: Newfoundland
Use: All purpose water dog, fishing aid
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 8 - 10 years
Temperament: Sweet-Tempered, Gentle, Trainable
Weight: 45 - 68 kg
Height: 66 - 71 cm
Breed Name: Norfolk Terrier
Use: Ratting, fox bolting
Breed Group: Terrier
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Self-confidence, Fearless, Spirited, Companionable, Happy, Lovable
Weight: 5 - 5 kg
Height: 23 - 25 cm
Breed Name: Norwich Terrier
Use: Ratting, fox bolting
Breed Group: Terrier
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Hardy, Affectionate, Energetic, Sensitive, Intelligent
Weight: 5 - 5 kg
Height: 25 cm
Breed Name: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Use: unknown
Breed Group: Sporting
Life-Span: 12 - 14 years
Temperament: Outgoing, Alert, Patient, Intelligent, Loving
Weight: 16 - 23 kg
Height: 43 - 53 cm
Breed Name: Old English Sheepdog
Use: Driving sheep, cattle
Breed Group: Herding
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Sociable, Bubbly, Playful, Adaptable, Intelligent, Loving
Weight: 27 - 45 kg
Height: 53 cm
Breed Name: Olde English Bulldogge
Use: unknown
Breed Group:
Life-Span: 9 – 14 years
Temperament: Friendly, Alert, Confident, Loving, Courageous, Strong
Weight: NaN kg
Height: 38 - 48 cm
Breed Name: Papillon
Use: Lapdog
Breed Group: Toy
Life-Span: 13 - 17 years
Temperament: Hardy, Friendly, Energetic, Alert, Intelligent, Happy
Weight: 1 - 5 kg
Height: 20 - 28 cm
Breed Name: Pekingese
Use: Lapdog
Breed Group: Toy
Life-Span: 14 - 18 years
Temperament: Opinionated, Good-natured, Stubborn, Affectionate, Aggressive, Intelligent
Weight: 6 kg
Height: 15 - 23 cm
Breed Name: Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Use: Driving stock to market in northern Wales
Breed Group: Herding
Life-Span: 12 - 14 years
Temperament: Tenacious, Outgoing, Friendly, Bold, Playful, Protective
Weight: 11 - 14 kg
Height: 25 - 30 cm
Breed Name: Perro de Presa Canario
Use: unknown
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Strong Willed, Suspicious, Gentle, Dominant, Calm
Weight: 40 - 50 kg
Height: 56 - 65 cm
Breed Name: Pharaoh Hound
Use: Hunting rabbits
Breed Group: Hound
Life-Span: 12 - 14 years
Temperament: Affectionate, Sociable, Playful, Intelligent, Active, Trainable
Weight: 18 - 27 kg
Height: 53 - 64 cm
Breed Name: Plott
Use: Hunting big-game like Boar.
Breed Group: Hound
Life-Span: 12 - 14 years
Temperament: Bold, Alert, Loyal, Intelligent
Weight: 18 - 27 kg
Height: 51 - 64 cm
Breed Name: Pomeranian
Use: Companion
Breed Group: Toy
Life-Span: 15 years
Temperament: Extroverted, Friendly, Sociable, Playful, Intelligent, Active
Weight: 1 - 3 kg
Height: 20 - 30 cm
Breed Name: Poodle (Miniature)
Use: unknown
Breed Group:
Life-Span: 12 – 15 years
Temperament:
Weight: 7 - 8 kg
Height: 28 - 38 cm
Breed Name: Poodle (Toy)
Use: unknown
Breed Group:
Life-Span: 18 years
Temperament:
Weight: 3 - 4 kg
Height: 23 - 28 cm
Breed Name: Pug
Use: Lapdog
Breed Group: Toy
Life-Span: 12 - 14 years
Temperament: Docile, Clever, Charming, Stubborn, Sociable, Playful, Quiet, Attentive
Weight: 6 - 8 kg
Height: 25 - 30 cm
Breed Name: Puli
Use: Herding
Breed Group: Herding
Life-Span: 12 - 16 Years years
Temperament: Energetic, Agile, Loyal, Obedient, Intelligent, Faithful
Weight: 11 - 16 kg
Height: 41 - 43 cm
Breed Name: Pumi
Use: unknown
Breed Group: Herding
Life-Span: 13 - 15 years
Temperament: Lively, Reserved, Intelligent, Active, Protective, Vocal
Weight: 8 - 15 kg
Height: 38 - 47 cm
Breed Name: Rat Terrier
Use: unknown
Breed Group: Terrier
Life-Span: 12 - 18 years
Temperament: Affectionate, Lively, Inquisitive, Alert, Intelligent, Loving
Weight: 4 - 11 kg
Height: 25 - 33 cm
Breed Name: Redbone Coonhound
Use: Hunting raccoon, deer, bear, and cougar.
Breed Group: Hound
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Affectionate, Energetic, Independent, Companionable, Familial, Unflappable
Weight: 20 - 36 kg
Height: 53 - 69 cm
Breed Name: Rhodesian Ridgeback
Use: Big game hunting, guarding
Breed Group: Hound
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Strong Willed, Mischievous, Loyal, Dignified, Sensitive, Intelligent
Weight: 34 - 36 kg
Height: 61 - 69 cm
Breed Name: Rottweiler
Use: Cattle drover, guardian, draft
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 8 - 10 years
Temperament: Steady, Good-natured, Fearless, Devoted, Alert, Obedient, Confident, Self-assured, Calm, Courageous
Weight: 34 - 50 kg
Height: 56 - 69 cm
Breed Name: Russian Toy
Use: unknown
Breed Group: Toy
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament:
Weight: 1 - 3 kg
Height: 19 - 27 cm
Breed Name: Saint Bernard
Use: Draft, search, rescue
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 7 - 10 years
Temperament: Friendly, Lively, Gentle, Watchful, Calm
Weight: 59 - 82 kg
Height: 65 - 70 cm
Breed Name: Saluki
Use: Coursing gazelle and hare
Breed Group: Hound
Life-Span: 12 - 14 years
Temperament: Aloof, Reserved, Intelligent, Quiet
Weight: 16 - 29 kg
Height: 58 - 71 cm
Breed Name: Samoyed
Use: Herding reindeer, guardian, draft
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 12 - 14 years
Temperament: Stubborn, Friendly, Sociable, Lively, Alert, Playful
Weight: 23 - 27 kg
Height: 48 - 60 cm
Breed Name: Schipperke
Use: Barge watchdog
Breed Group: Non-Sporting
Life-Span: 13 - 15 years
Temperament: Fearless, Agile, Curious, Independent, Confident, Faithful
Weight: 5 - 7 kg
Height: 25 - 33 cm
Breed Name: Scottish Deerhound
Use: Coursing deer
Breed Group: Hound
Life-Span: 8 - 10 years
Temperament: Docile, Friendly, Dignified, Gentle
Weight: 32 - 59 kg
Height: 71 - 81 cm
Breed Name: Scottish Terrier
Use: Vermin hunting
Breed Group: Terrier
Life-Span: 11 - 13 years
Temperament: Feisty, Alert, Independent, Playful, Quick, Self-assured
Weight: 8 - 10 kg
Height: 25 cm
Breed Name: Shetland Sheepdog
Use: Sheep herding
Breed Group: Herding
Life-Span: 12 - 14 years
Temperament: Affectionate, Lively, Responsive, Alert, Loyal, Reserved, Playful, Gentle, Intelligent, Active, Trainable, Strong
Weight: 14 kg
Height: 33 - 41 cm
Breed Name: Shiba Inu
Use: Hunting in the mountains of Japan, Alert Watchdog
Breed Group: Non-Sporting
Life-Span: 12 - 16 years
Temperament: Charming, Fearless, Keen, Alert, Confident, Faithful
Weight: 8 - 10 kg
Height: 34 - 42 cm
Breed Name: Shih Tzu
Use: Lapdog
Breed Group: Toy
Life-Span: 10 - 18 years
Temperament: Clever, Spunky, Outgoing, Friendly, Affectionate, Lively, Alert, Loyal, Independent, Playful, Gentle, Intelligent, Happy, Active, Courageous
Weight: 4 - 7 kg
Height: 20 - 28 cm
Breed Name: Shiloh Shepherd
Use: Swimming, Carrying backpacks, Pulling carts or sleds
Breed Group:
Life-Span: 9 – 14 years
Temperament: Outgoing, Loyal, Companionable, Gentle, Loving, Trainable
Weight: 54 - 64 kg
Height: 66 - 76 cm
Breed Name: Siberian Husky
Use: Sled pulling
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 12 years
Temperament: Outgoing, Friendly, Alert, Gentle, Intelligent
Weight: 16 - 27 kg
Height: 51 - 60 cm
Breed Name: Silky Terrier
Use: Small vermin hunting, companionship
Breed Group: Toy
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Friendly, Responsive, Inquisitive, Alert, Quick, Joyful
Weight: 4 - 5 kg
Height: 23 - 25 cm
Breed Name: Smooth Fox Terrier
Use: Fox bolting
Breed Group: Terrier
Life-Span: 12 - 14 years
Temperament: Fearless, Affectionate, Alert, Playful, Intelligent, Active
Weight: NaN - 8 kg
Height: 39 cm
Breed Name: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Use: Vermin hunting, guarding, all-around farm helper
Breed Group: Terrier
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Affectionate, Spirited, Energetic, Playful, Intelligent, Faithful
Weight: 14 - 18 kg
Height: 41 - 46 cm
Breed Name: Spanish Water Dog
Use: Herding flocks of sheep and goats from one pasture to another
Breed Group: Sporting
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Trainable, Diligent, Affectionate, Loyal, Athletic, Intelligent
Weight: 14 - 23 kg
Height: 41 - 51 cm
Breed Name: Spinone Italiano
Use: unknown
Breed Group: Sporting
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Docile, Friendly, Affectionate, Loyal, Patient, Gentle
Weight: 28 - 39 kg
Height: 57 - 70 cm
Breed Name: Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Use: unknown
Breed Group: Terrier
Life-Span: 12 - 14 years
Temperament: Reliable, Fearless, Bold, Affectionate, Loyal, Intelligent, Courageous
Weight: 11 - 17 kg
Height: 36 - 41 cm
Breed Name: Standard Schnauzer
Use: Ratting, guarding
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 13 - 15 years
Temperament: Trainable, Good-natured, Devoted, Lively, Playful, Intelligent
Weight: 14 - 23 kg
Height: 44 - 50 cm
Breed Name: Swedish Vallhund
Use: unknown
Breed Group: Herding
Life-Span: 12 - 14 years
Temperament: Fearless, Friendly, Energetic, Alert, Intelligent, Watchful
Weight: 9 - 14 kg
Height: 29 - 34 cm
Breed Name: Thai Ridgeback
Use: unknown
Breed Group: Hound
Life-Span: 10 - 12 years
Temperament: Protective, Loyal, Independent, Intelligent, Loving, Familial
Weight: 16 - 25 kg
Height: 51 - 61 cm
Breed Name: Tibetan Mastiff
Use: unknown
Breed Group: Working
Life-Span: 10 - 14 years
Temperament: Strong Willed, Tenacious, Aloof, Stubborn, Intelligent, Protective
Weight: 39 - 64 kg
Height: 61 - 66 cm
Breed Name: Tibetan Spaniel
Use: unknown
Breed Group: Non-Sporting
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Willful, Aloof, Assertive, Independent, Playful, Intelligent, Happy
Weight: 4 - 7 kg
Height: 25 cm
Breed Name: Tibetan Terrier
Use: Good luck charms, mascots, watchdogs, herding dogs, and companions
Breed Group: Non-Sporting
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Affectionate, Energetic, Amiable, Reserved, Gentle, Sensitive
Weight: 9 - 11 kg
Height: 36 - 43 cm
Breed Name: Toy Fox Terrier
Use: unknown
Breed Group: Toy
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Friendly, Spirited, Alert, Loyal, Playful, Intelligent
Weight: 2 - 4 kg
Height: 20 - 28 cm
Breed Name: Treeing Walker Coonhound
Use: unknown
Breed Group: Hound
Life-Span: 10 - 13 years
Temperament: Clever, Affectionate, Confident, Intelligent, Loving, Trainable
Weight: 20 - 36 kg
Height: 51 - 69 cm
Breed Name: Vizsla
Use: Pointing and trailing
Breed Group: Sporting
Life-Span: 10 - 14 years
Temperament: Affectionate, Energetic, Loyal, Gentle, Quiet
Weight: 23 - 29 kg
Height: 53 - 61 cm
Breed Name: Weimaraner
Use: Large game trailing and versatile gundog
Breed Group: Sporting
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Steady, Aloof, Stubborn, Energetic, Alert, Intelligent, Powerful, Fast
Weight: 25 - 41 kg
Height: 58 - 69 cm
Breed Name: Welsh Springer Spaniel
Use: Flushing and retrieving birds
Breed Group: Sporting
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Stubborn, Friendly, Affectionate, Loyal, Playful, Active
Weight: 16 - 25 kg
Height: 43 - 48 cm
Breed Name: West Highland White Terrier
Use: Fox, badger, vermin hunting
Breed Group: Terrier
Life-Span: 15 - 20 years
Temperament: Hardy, Friendly, Alert, Independent, Gay, Active, Courageous
Weight: 7 - 10 kg
Height: 25 - 28 cm
Breed Name: Whippet
Use: Coursing, racing
Breed Group: Hound
Life-Span: 12 - 15 years
Temperament: Friendly, Affectionate, Lively, Gentle, Intelligent, Quiet
Weight: 11 - 16 kg
Height: 46 - 56 cm
Breed Name: White Shepherd
Use: unknown
Breed Group:
Life-Span: 12 – 14 years
Temperament: Self-confidence, Aloof, Fearless, Alert, Companionable, Eager
Weight: 27 - 39 kg
Height: 56 - 64 cm
Breed Name: Wire Fox Terrier
Use: Vermin hunting, fox bolting
Breed Group:
Life-Span: 13 – 14 years
Temperament: Fearless, Friendly, Bold, Keen, Alert, Quick
Weight: 7 - 9 kg
Height: 33 - 41 cm
Breed Name: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Use: Gundog, "swamp-tromping", Flushing, pointing, and retrieving water fowl & game birds
Breed Group: Sporting
Life-Span: 12 - 14 years
Temperament: Loyal, Gentle, Vigilant, Trainable, Proud
Weight: 20 - 32 kg
Height: 51 - 61 cm
Breed Name: Wirehaired Vizsla
Use: unknown
Breed Group: Sporting
Life-Span: 12 - 14 years
Temperament:
Weight: 20 - 29 kg
Height: 55 - 64 cm
Breed Name: Xoloitzcuintli
Use: unknown
Breed Group: Non-Sporting
Life-Span: 12 - 14 years
Temperament: Cheerful, Alert, Companionable, Intelligent, Protective, Calm
Weight: 4 - 14 kg
Height: 25 - 58 cm
Breed Name: Yorkshire Terrier
Use: Small vermin hunting
Breed Group: Toy
Life-Span: 12 - 16 years
Temperament: Bold, Independent, Confident, Intelligent, Courageous
Weight: 2 - 3 kg
Height: 20 - 23 cm