Dog Breeds

The Belgian Malinois, also known as the Belgian Shepherd dog is one breed with four variations throughout the world, apart from in the U.S. In the U.S each variation of the Belgian Malinois is considered a different breed: The Belgian Malinois, the Belgian Tervuren, the Belgian Sheepdog (Groenendael), and the Belgian Laekenois.

The German Shorthaired Pointer was first bred as a versatile bird dog in the late 1800’s in Germany. German hunters had spent many generations perfecting the bird hunting dog by cross breeding various breeds. Also known as the Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund, the German Shorthaired Pointer most likely descended from Spanish Pointers.

The Labrador Retriever is social, even-tempered, and, when trained, an obedient and amiable companion dog. This dog breed tolerates other pets and children and does well with plenty of space to run around in.

This health article gives you 15 dog breeds ideal for cold winter weather, snow, and wind. You'll also learn what makes your snow dog able to thrive in below-freezing temperatures without the threat of health problems like frostbite or hypothermia.

The Coton de Tulear, otherwise known as the Royal Dog of Madagascar, originated from Madagascar. This dog breed is part of the UKC, Companion Group. The Coton de Tulear belongs to the Bichon family. It is a companion dog breed.

The Brussels Griffon is part of the UKC, Companion Group and the AKC, Toy Group. This dog breed originated in Brussels, Belgium. This dog breed was used to catch rats.

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, also known as the Korthals Griffon and Russian Setter originated from France. This breed is part of the UKC, Gun Dog Group, and the AKC, Sporting Dog Group. It was developed as a versatile hunting dog in the mid-to late nineteenth century by the son of a Dutch banker named Eduard Korthals. This breed is nicknamed the “supreme gundog.”

The Tibetan Spaniel comes from Tibet. The Tibetans did their best to preserve the Tibetan dog breeds. The nickname for this dog breed is “Tibbies.” They were companion dogs, and also used for guarding purposes. The Tibetan Spaniel worked together with their cousins, the Tibetan Mastiff. They used to sit on top of the monastery walls and survey the lands below.

The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, also known as the Grosser Schweizer Sennenhund, or Alpine Mountain Dog, originated from Switzerland. This dog breed is part of the UKC, Guardian Group, and the AKC, Working Group. It is believed to be one of the oldest of the Swiss dog breeds. This dog breed came about by breeding Roman Mastiffs and local Swiss dogs.

The Belgian Sheepdog is a herding dog breed from Belgium. This dog breed is one dog breed with four variations in the world. The U.S considers each type a separate dog breed. This dog breed were livestock guardians, police dogs, and were also used for military work. This dog breed was also used for messenger and draft work during World War 1.

The goofy Bull Terrier is playful and sensitive to family and humans. The Bull Terrier is of outstanding character when socialized. A playful, loyal and intelligent dog breed that adores family and friends!

The Cane Corso originated from Italy, and belongs to the UKC group. This is an ancient dog breed that was bred from the Roman Mastiff’s. The strong and powerful Corso dog breed was near extinction during World War 2, but fans of the Corso saved this superb dog breed.