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The animal shall not be measured by man. In a world older and more complete than ours, they move finished and complete, gifted with extension of the senses we have lost or never attained, living by voices we shall never hear. They are not brethren; they are not underlings; they are other nations, caught with ourselves in the net of life and time, fellow prisoners of the splendor and travail of the earth.
~Henry Beston, The Outermost House, 1928
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2. CATS: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
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The breed list below was created to help identify dogs and cats in shelters, so they can be properly listed on Petfinder and, as a result, be adopted/rescued more quickly.
I have added links to similar dogs and cats available for adoption at rescues and shelters in Kentucky and other states. The links are highlighted in red.
THIS PAGE IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION! Keeping links open is a never ending task. If a link doesn't work, please cut and paste.
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Abruzzenhund (See Maremma Sheepdog)
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Affenpinscher (Affen) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/affenpinscher.htm
The name Affenpinscher comes from the German word "Affen", which means monkey, and "Pinscher" which translates to terrier. These small terriers, bred down in size from the "ratter" terriers kept in stables, became companions in the home and kept mice from overrunning their mistresses' boudoirs. The Affenpinscher is believed to have been a major influence in the development of many of the smaller rough-coated breeds of continental Europe, including the Brussels Griffon and the Miniature Schnauzer.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Affenpinscher+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Afghan Hound http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/afghan.htm
Afghan Hounds may have existed as long as 7,000 years ago. Natives of Afghanistan believe that this monkey-faced dog was the chosen dog to accompany Noah on his ark. A sighthound, the Afghan was used as a shepherd and hunter for many centuries, hunting deer, wild boars, goats, and even wolves. They were also used by shepherds as watchdogs and herders due to their fast and agile running.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Afghan+Hound+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Aidi (See Atlas Mountain Hound)
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Airedale Terrier http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/airedale.htm
The Airedale, a hunting dog and the largest of the terriers, originated in Yorkshire, Great Britain, near the river Aire from where its name was taken. They were used to hunt otter, badgers, water rats, weasels, foxes and deer. The Airedale Terrier has been put to work in several wars and as a police dog in the United Kingdom and Germany.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=&pet.Breed=airedale+terrier&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Akbash Dog http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/a/akbashdog.htm
The Akbash Dog originated in Turkey about 3,000 years ago. The breed was initially developed by shepherds who sought a white-colored sheepdog. The Akbash is one of the oldest of the flock-guarding group. Their counterparts are the French Great Pyrenees, the Hungarian Kuvasz, the Italian Maremma, and other white sheep guarding breeds.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=akbash&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Akita Inu http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/akita.htm
The Akita Inu dates back to around 8000 BC. Their ancestors were dogs used by matagi for hunting. Shiba Inu and Akitas look alike. The Shiba Inu is smaller in stature. In July 1931, the large dog of Japan was declared a National Monument by the Japanese government. The dogs were named Akita, after the area in which they had been developed.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Akita+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/alapahabluebloodbulldogs.htm
The Alapaha is believed to have its origin in a recently extinct species known as the Mountain Bulldog, Old Southern White and Old Country (Big) Bulldog. These dogs were first brought to America in the early 18th century. Also called "Otto", they were the old plantation dog, originating in the Alapaha River region of southern Georgia. They were used during plantation days as watch dogs and livestock working dogs.
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Alaskan Husky http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/alaskanhusky.htm
The Alaskan Husky is often misidentified as an official dog breed, though there is technically no ideal physique or genetic profile. However, they do share a typical set of traits, including pale blue eyes, pointed ears, medium or short fur, a restless nature and a loud, disruptive howl.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Husky&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Alaskan Klee Kai (See Miniature Alaskan Husky)
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Alaskan Malamute http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/alaskanmalamute.htm
Unlike many breeds, the Malamute it not a man-made dog. They originated with a group of native Innuits known as the Mahlemiut. The Malamute was used to haul food back to the villages. They are big, startlingly beautiful, and as close to a wolf as anything you can still call a dog.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Malamute&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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American Black and Tan Coonhound (See Black and Tan Coonhound)
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American Blue Gascon Hound http://www.thebreedsofdogs.com/AMERICAN_BLUE_GASCON_HOUND.htm
The American Blue Gascon Hound is linked to the blue-mottled (ticked) Stag or Boar Hounds that date back to 1200 A.D. and the Gascony Boar Hounds of French origin which were kept in packs to hunt down wild boar during and before the time of Napoleon. Resembling the Bluetick Coonhound, the Blue Gascon is larger and heavier.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=hound&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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American Bulldog http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/americanbulldog.htm
The ancestors of the American Bulldog arrived in the United States with the first settlers. They were all-purpose working dogs used for catching unruly cattle, semi-wild hogs, and wild boar and protecting their homestead and family.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=American+Bulldog&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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American Cocker Spaniel (See Cocker Spaniel)
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American Eskimo Dog http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/americaneskimo.htm
The American Eskimo Dog is not actually connected to American Eskimos in any way and descends from a number of German Spitz breeds, including the Keeshond and Pomeranian. They were originally bred to be circus performers.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=+American+Eskimo+Dog&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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American Foxhound http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/americanfoxhound.htm
In 1650, Robert Brooke sailed to America with his pack of hunting dogs, which were the root of several strains of American Hounds. George Washington received French Foxhounds as a gift from Lafayette. He bred his dogs with that of Brooke's, creating the present day American Foxhound.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Foxhound+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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American Hairless Terrier http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/americanhairlessterrier.htm
Once a variant of Rat Terrier originating from a small female puppy born into a litter of midsize Rat Terriers in 1972, the American Hairless is now considered a separate breed. They are often mistaken for a hairless Chihuahua.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=hairless+terrier&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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American Rat Terrier (See Rat Terrier)
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American Staffordshire Bull Terrier (AmStaff) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/americanstaffordshire.htm
The American Staffordshire Terrier is the result of crosses between Bulldogs and Terriers. The breed was recognized by the AKC in 1936 as the Staffordshire Terrier. In 1972 the name was changed to American Staffordshire Terrier to more clearly distinguish the dog from its English cousin.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Staffordshire+Bull+Terrier+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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American Water Spaniel http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/americanwaterspaniel.htm
The American Water Spaniel (or AWS, for short) is one of only a few breeds developed in America. Dating back to 1865, the breed first appeared along the Wolf and Fox River valleys of Wisconsin, and was originally known as the Brown Water Spaniel or the American Brown Water Spaniel.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=water+spaniel&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Anatolian Shepherd Dog http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/anatolianshepherd.htm
The Anatolian Shepherd Dog, found throughout the Anatolian Plateau of Turkey, is a remarkable shepherd's guard dog which has evolved over the ages. The breed is well adapted to suit a specific set of circumstances, including high elevations, hot dry summers and cold snowy winters.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Anatolian+Shepherd&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Appenzell Mountain Dog http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/appenzell.htm
Appenzeller Sennenhunde dogs are one of the ancient breeds of Switzerland. They are the rarest of the four Swiss Mountain Dog breeds and their work ranges from herding cattle to pulling milk carts.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Appenzell+Mountain+Dog&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Atlas Terrier http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/atlasterrier.htm
The Atlas Terrier is a mixture of Terrier breeds, but it is a breed of its own. The breed faces potential extinction due to the popularity of a closely-related breed, the Jack Russell Terrier. Atlas Terriers were developed to reduce the probability of deafness that is inherently very high in Jack Russell Terriers.
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Australian Cattle Dog (Blue Heeler) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/australiancattledog.htm
A medium-sized breed of herding dog from Australia, Blue Heelers were originally bred for controlling cattle. Energetic, intelligent and needing a high amount of activity, they retain a recognisable contribution from each of their founding breeds: Northumberland Blue Merle Drovers Dogs, the Dingo, the Dalmatian and the Kelpie.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Australian+Cattle+Dog&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Australian Kelpie http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/australiankelpie.htm
The most popular herding dog in Australia, Australian Kelpies are descended from the English North Country Collies of the Rutherford Strain, a black and tan female from New South Wales, Australia, and possibly the Dingo. In Scottish folklore a "kelpie" is a good water spirit in the form of a horse.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=+Australian+Kelpie&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Australian Shepherd (Aussie) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/australianshepherd.htm
During the gold rush, the mass migration from East to West revealed that many of the European herding dogs were ill-suited to the hot, dry California climate. European, Latin American and Australian dogs were interbred in an attempt to produce a dog that would fare well in a warm climate, resulting in what is known today as the Australian Shepherd.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=+Australian+Shepherd+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Australian Terrier http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/australianterrier.htm
The Australian Terrier was developed in Australia sometime during the 19th century, perhaps as early as 1830. It is the only terrier breed other than the Schnauzer not originating in the British Isles.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Australian+terrier&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Austrian Shorthaired Pinscher http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/austrianpinscher.htm
The Austrian Shorthaired Pinscher was raised to be a good farm dog rather than a pet. This breed is rare outside of its native Austria.
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Abruzzenhund (See Maremma Sheepdog)
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Affenpinscher (Affen) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/affenpinscher.htm
The name Affenpinscher comes from the German word "Affen", which means monkey, and "Pinscher" which translates to terrier. These small terriers, bred down in size from the "ratter" terriers kept in stables, became companions in the home and kept mice from overrunning their mistresses' boudoirs. The Affenpinscher is believed to have been a major influence in the development of many of the smaller rough-coated breeds of continental Europe, including the Brussels Griffon and the Miniature Schnauzer.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Affenpinscher+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Afghan Hound http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/afghan.htm
Afghan Hounds may have existed as long as 7,000 years ago. Natives of Afghanistan believe that this monkey-faced dog was the chosen dog to accompany Noah on his ark. A sighthound, the Afghan was used as a shepherd and hunter for many centuries, hunting deer, wild boars, goats, and even wolves. They were also used by shepherds as watchdogs and herders due to their fast and agile running.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Afghan+Hound+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Aidi (See Atlas Mountain Hound)
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Airedale Terrier http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/airedale.htm
The Airedale, a hunting dog and the largest of the terriers, originated in Yorkshire, Great Britain, near the river Aire from where its name was taken. They were used to hunt otter, badgers, water rats, weasels, foxes and deer. The Airedale Terrier has been put to work in several wars and as a police dog in the United Kingdom and Germany.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=&pet.Breed=airedale+terrier&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Akbash Dog http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/a/akbashdog.htm
The Akbash Dog originated in Turkey about 3,000 years ago. The breed was initially developed by shepherds who sought a white-colored sheepdog. The Akbash is one of the oldest of the flock-guarding group. Their counterparts are the French Great Pyrenees, the Hungarian Kuvasz, the Italian Maremma, and other white sheep guarding breeds.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=akbash&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Akita Inu http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/akita.htm
The Akita Inu dates back to around 8000 BC. Their ancestors were dogs used by matagi for hunting. Shiba Inu and Akitas look alike. The Shiba Inu is smaller in stature. In July 1931, the large dog of Japan was declared a National Monument by the Japanese government. The dogs were named Akita, after the area in which they had been developed.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Akita+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/alapahabluebloodbulldogs.htm
The Alapaha is believed to have its origin in a recently extinct species known as the Mountain Bulldog, Old Southern White and Old Country (Big) Bulldog. These dogs were first brought to America in the early 18th century. Also called "Otto", they were the old plantation dog, originating in the Alapaha River region of southern Georgia. They were used during plantation days as watch dogs and livestock working dogs.
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Alaskan Husky http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/alaskanhusky.htm
The Alaskan Husky is often misidentified as an official dog breed, though there is technically no ideal physique or genetic profile. However, they do share a typical set of traits, including pale blue eyes, pointed ears, medium or short fur, a restless nature and a loud, disruptive howl.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Husky&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Alaskan Klee Kai (See Miniature Alaskan Husky)
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Alaskan Malamute http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/alaskanmalamute.htm
Unlike many breeds, the Malamute it not a man-made dog. They originated with a group of native Innuits known as the Mahlemiut. The Malamute was used to haul food back to the villages. They are big, startlingly beautiful, and as close to a wolf as anything you can still call a dog.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Malamute&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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American Black and Tan Coonhound (See Black and Tan Coonhound)
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American Blue Gascon Hound http://www.thebreedsofdogs.com/AMERICAN_BLUE_GASCON_HOUND.htm
The American Blue Gascon Hound is linked to the blue-mottled (ticked) Stag or Boar Hounds that date back to 1200 A.D. and the Gascony Boar Hounds of French origin which were kept in packs to hunt down wild boar during and before the time of Napoleon. Resembling the Bluetick Coonhound, the Blue Gascon is larger and heavier.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=hound&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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American Bulldog http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/americanbulldog.htm
The ancestors of the American Bulldog arrived in the United States with the first settlers. They were all-purpose working dogs used for catching unruly cattle, semi-wild hogs, and wild boar and protecting their homestead and family.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=American+Bulldog&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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American Cocker Spaniel (See Cocker Spaniel)
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American Eskimo Dog http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/americaneskimo.htm
The American Eskimo Dog is not actually connected to American Eskimos in any way and descends from a number of German Spitz breeds, including the Keeshond and Pomeranian. They were originally bred to be circus performers.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=+American+Eskimo+Dog&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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American Foxhound http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/americanfoxhound.htm
In 1650, Robert Brooke sailed to America with his pack of hunting dogs, which were the root of several strains of American Hounds. George Washington received French Foxhounds as a gift from Lafayette. He bred his dogs with that of Brooke's, creating the present day American Foxhound.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Foxhound+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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American Hairless Terrier http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/americanhairlessterrier.htm
Once a variant of Rat Terrier originating from a small female puppy born into a litter of midsize Rat Terriers in 1972, the American Hairless is now considered a separate breed. They are often mistaken for a hairless Chihuahua.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=hairless+terrier&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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American Rat Terrier (See Rat Terrier)
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American Staffordshire Bull Terrier (AmStaff) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/americanstaffordshire.htm
The American Staffordshire Terrier is the result of crosses between Bulldogs and Terriers. The breed was recognized by the AKC in 1936 as the Staffordshire Terrier. In 1972 the name was changed to American Staffordshire Terrier to more clearly distinguish the dog from its English cousin.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Staffordshire+Bull+Terrier+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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American Water Spaniel http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/americanwaterspaniel.htm
The American Water Spaniel (or AWS, for short) is one of only a few breeds developed in America. Dating back to 1865, the breed first appeared along the Wolf and Fox River valleys of Wisconsin, and was originally known as the Brown Water Spaniel or the American Brown Water Spaniel.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=water+spaniel&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Anatolian Shepherd Dog http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/anatolianshepherd.htm
The Anatolian Shepherd Dog, found throughout the Anatolian Plateau of Turkey, is a remarkable shepherd's guard dog which has evolved over the ages. The breed is well adapted to suit a specific set of circumstances, including high elevations, hot dry summers and cold snowy winters.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Anatolian+Shepherd&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Appenzell Mountain Dog http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/appenzell.htm
Appenzeller Sennenhunde dogs are one of the ancient breeds of Switzerland. They are the rarest of the four Swiss Mountain Dog breeds and their work ranges from herding cattle to pulling milk carts.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Appenzell+Mountain+Dog&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Atlas Terrier http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/atlasterrier.htm
The Atlas Terrier is a mixture of Terrier breeds, but it is a breed of its own. The breed faces potential extinction due to the popularity of a closely-related breed, the Jack Russell Terrier. Atlas Terriers were developed to reduce the probability of deafness that is inherently very high in Jack Russell Terriers.
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Australian Cattle Dog (Blue Heeler) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/australiancattledog.htm
A medium-sized breed of herding dog from Australia, Blue Heelers were originally bred for controlling cattle. Energetic, intelligent and needing a high amount of activity, they retain a recognisable contribution from each of their founding breeds: Northumberland Blue Merle Drovers Dogs, the Dingo, the Dalmatian and the Kelpie.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Australian+Cattle+Dog&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Australian Kelpie http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/australiankelpie.htm
The most popular herding dog in Australia, Australian Kelpies are descended from the English North Country Collies of the Rutherford Strain, a black and tan female from New South Wales, Australia, and possibly the Dingo. In Scottish folklore a "kelpie" is a good water spirit in the form of a horse.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=+Australian+Kelpie&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Australian Shepherd (Aussie) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/australianshepherd.htm
During the gold rush, the mass migration from East to West revealed that many of the European herding dogs were ill-suited to the hot, dry California climate. European, Latin American and Australian dogs were interbred in an attempt to produce a dog that would fare well in a warm climate, resulting in what is known today as the Australian Shepherd.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=+Australian+Shepherd+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Australian Terrier http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/australianterrier.htm
The Australian Terrier was developed in Australia sometime during the 19th century, perhaps as early as 1830. It is the only terrier breed other than the Schnauzer not originating in the British Isles.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Australian+terrier&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Austrian Shorthaired Pinscher http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/austrianpinscher.htm
The Austrian Shorthaired Pinscher was raised to be a good farm dog rather than a pet. This breed is rare outside of its native Austria.
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Banter Bulldogge http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/banterbulldogge.htm
The Banter Bulldogge is a new breed of bulldog developed in the 1990's created from crossing Boxers with working bull breed like Pit Bulls, Am Staffs and American Bulldogs. The name is a play on words in that the definition of the word banter, to address in a witty and teasing manner, matches the temperament of this breed.
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Basenji http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/basenji.htm
Known as "the barkless dog from Africa," Basenjis are silent most of the time. Although domesticated, the breed belongs to a group called Schensi Dogs, which are considered undomesticated by humans. Tribesmen would often place bells crafted from shells and bones around the necks of their dogs as a way of keeping track of them.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Basenji&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Basset Hound http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bassethound.htm
Basset Hounds are descended from the old St. Hubert hounds. Used to trail and drive game away, the Basset has had such famous admirers as King Edward VII and Shakespeare. The Basset's long ears were developed to stir up and hold the scent for their strong nose to smell.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Basset+Hound+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Beagle http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/beagle.htm
The Beagle is a rather old breed, whose first mention in English literature dates back to 1475. The term Beagle could have come from several different sources: the French beguele which means "open throat," the Welsh beag which means small, or possibly from the German word begele meaning "to scold."
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Beagle&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Bearded Collie http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/beardedcollie.htm
"Collie" is a Scottish word for dogs that herd sheep. The Bearded Collie, affectionately called the Beardie, was developed as an independent worker, able to make decisions concerning the welfare and safety of their charges without depending on the shepherd who might be miles away.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Bearded+Collie&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Beauceron http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/beauceron.htm
The Beauceron is the largest of the French sheepdogs. Originating in the plains region surrounding Paris known as La Beauce, they were used to drive and protect the herd (Sheep or Cattle), guard the house, and defend the family. The Beauceron was also used by the French army.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=++Beauceron&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Bedlington Terrier http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bedlingtonterrier.htm
The Bedlington Terrier originated in Bedlington in England, from where he gets his name. Originally bred as a hunting and fighting dog, this breed has been known by a number of other names. Resembling a lamb, the Bedlington Terrier's fur has a wooly texture.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Bedlington+Terrier&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Belgian Shepherd Laekenois http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/belgianlaekenois.htm
The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois is one of four distinct shepherd breeds hailing from Belgium. Of the four, the Laekenois is the rarest. It was developed as a guard dog in the Antwerp region, an area known for bleaching fine linens outdoors. The Laekenois' wire coat gives this shepherd a most unique appearance.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Belgian+Shepherd+Laekenois&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Belgian Shepherd Malinois http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/belgianmalinois.htm
The Belgian Malinois was developed as a variety of the Belgian Shepherd Dog about one hundred years ago. Excelling as a herding dog, the Malinois has a very protective nature and high prey drive. The breed has short fur--unlike the Tervuren Shepherd, a variety that is similar in color, but with longer fur.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Malinois&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Belgian Shepherd Tervuren http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/belgiantervueren.htm
The Belgian Tervuren was developed during the 19th century as a herder and protector. The name Tervuren comes from a village of the same name in Belgium where M.F. Corbeel, one of the earliest Tervuren breeders, resided. The breed is characterized by a long coat.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Tervuren+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Bernese Mountain Dog http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bernesemountain.htm
The name Bernese Mountain Dog is a rough translation of the German "Berner Sennenhund," which means Bernese Alpine Herdsman's Dog. The breed's original name was Durrbachler, after an inn where these farm dogs were bought and sold.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Bernese+Mountain+Dog&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Bichon Frise http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bichonfrise.htm
The Bichon Frise is like a live stuffed toy. Their name means "curly lap dog". The early popularity of the breed is evident, for the French invaders of Italy in the 1500's brought many of the dogs home with them as war booty.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Bichon+Frise&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Black and Tan Coonhound http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/blackandtancoonhound.htm
The Black and Tan Coonhound had already been developed by the time of William the Conqueror. The breed was then developed from the Virginia Foxhound, bred for its color and superb sense of smell. It is known for its exceptional ability to track scents even under the worst conditions, and is a successful hunter of raccoon, bear, deer, and mountain lion, even over rough terrain.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=+Black+and+Tan+Coonhound&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Black Mouth Cur http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/blackmouthcur.htm
The "cur" dog is one of the few working breeds that originated in the United States. They were first recognized by the AKC in 1964. Curs are used to tree squirrel, raccoon, bobcat, mountain lion, and bear. They are used for hunting hogs and feral cattle. They also are distinguished by being used by the search and rescue emergency services.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=+Black+Mouth+Cur+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Black Russian Terrier http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/blackrussianterrier.htm
The Black Russian Terrier was developed in the 1950s to meet a need for a large, versatile watchdog that could survive the harsh Russian climate. Granted full recognition as a member of the Working Group in 2004, the Black Russian Terrier is in the Working Group rather than the Terrier Group because its anatomic structure (and great size) bears little resemblance to that of a typical terrier.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Black+Russian+Terrier+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Bloodhound http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bloodhound.htm
Bloodhounds are an ancient breed. In the 7th century, St. Hubert (patron saint of the hunter) and his monks had an extensive hand in developing the breed. The name "Bloodhound" is derived from the term "blooded hound," meaning a hound of pure breeding.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Bloodhound&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Blue Heeler (See Australian Cattle Dog)
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Blue Lacy (Texas Blue Lacy Game Dog) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bluelacy.htm
Named after the Blue Lacy family of Texas, this breed is recorded in the Lacy family history as being the result of Greyhound, coyote, and scenthound crosses with an emphasis placed on herding talents. The Senate of the State of Texas has honored the Blue Lacy dog breed as a true Texas breed.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Blue+Lacy&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Bluetick Coonhound http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bluetick.htm
Blueticks are principally descended from the quick foxhounds of England with some introduction of the blood of various French hounds which were used for hunting big game. The breed is renowned for its "cold" nose and tracking abilities. The American Blue Gascon is a subgroup of bluetick coonhounds that is larger, heavier, and more houndy looking than the standard Bluetick.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=+Bluetick+Coonhound+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Boerboel http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/boerboel.htm
When Jan van Riebeeck went to the Cape of South Africa in 1652, he brought his own dog along to protect him and his family in this wild and unknown country. This dog was known as a "Bullenbitjer", a large, heavy Mastiff-type dog. During the Groot Trek the Boerboel had most of the features that it has today and is recognizable from old drawings.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Boerboel+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Bolognese http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bolognese.htm
Border Collie http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bordercollie.htm
The Border Collie was one of the working collies used by shepherds in the Border counties of Scotland and England in the 18th and 19th Centuries. These were often powerful dogs, difficult to control and rough with stock. The name "Border Collie" was coined after World War I to distinguish working collies from show collies. Able to perform a variety of tasks, they are born with instinct to "gather" the sheep to the shepherd.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=+Border+Collie+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Borzoi http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/borzoi.htm
Borzois are sighthounds. The original Borzoi stock was crossed with different Russian herding dogs, which explains the breed's ability to deal with wolves--this was an important part of a herding dog's work in the past. Borzois were popular with the Tsars before the 1917 revolution, and for a long time could not be purchased, but only given as gifts from the Tsar.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=+Borzoi+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Boston Terrier http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bostonterrier.htm
The Boston Terrier is a true American creation, resulting from a cross between an English Bulldog and a white English Terrier. About 1870 William O'Brien of Boston sold an imported dog named "Judge" to Robert C. Hooper of Boston. This dog was commonly known as "Hooper's Judge" and became the ancestor of almost all true modern Boston Terriers. Bostons are nicknamed the American gentleman among dogs because of their characteristically gentle disposition.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=+Boston+Terrier&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Boxer http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/boxer.htm
The Boxer was a man made breed. His ancestors, the "Brabant Bullenbeisser", a Mastiff type dog, and the English Bulldog, were originally bred in Germany in the late 1800's. Although initially the Boxer was generally white, by 1925 white was not accepted as a proper color for the breed.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Boxer++&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Boykin Spaniel http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/boykinspaniel.htm
The Boykin Spaniel originated from a spaniel type stray owned by "Whit" Boykin in 1910 near Camden, South Carolina. In those first 70 or so years the breed was mixed with other hunting dogs, such as the English Springer Spaniel, the Cocker Spaniel, the American Water Spaniel, and the Chesapeake Bay Retriever.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Boykin+Spaniel&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Brittany Spaniel http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/brittany.htm
Since the mid 19th century the Brittany Spaniel was known as the Breton peasant's hunting dog in the isolated northwest French province of Brittany. The Brittany is believed to be a product of interbreeding between English pointers and spaniels native to Brittany. Brittanys come in two �sub-sets�: American and French. The French Brittany is shorter and slower.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Brittany+Spaniel+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Brussels Griffon http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/griffon.htm
The Brussels Griffon originated in Belgium. It is believed that the breed was developed from the Affenpinscher and a Belgian street dog, often called the "griffon d'ecurie", which stands for "stable griffon." This breed worked as a guard dog for cab drivers in Brussels.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Brussels+Griffon&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Bull Terrier http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bullterrier.htm
The ancestors of Bull Terriers were developed in Britain for the purpose of pit fighting. Two formidable breeds of dogs were combined, the Bull Dog and the Black and Tan Terrier (which is now extinct). The resulting Bull and Terrier Dog was an extremely rugged dog with lightening speed, agility, unsurpassed killing instinct and an unfaltering devotion to its owner. This dog was crossed with the White English Terrier as well as other breeds, resulting in the dog we have today.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?tmpl=1&exact=1&breed=Bull+Terrier&animal=Dog&location=42748
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Bulldog http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bulldog.htm
Bulldogs were bred in the 1500's for the blood sports known as bull baiting. However, Bandogs, Bonddoggess, and Bolddogges were repeatedly mentioned in English literature starting in 1200. Bull baiting contests were banned in Britain in 1835 and the number of these sporting dogs declined. Thereafter, the existing Bulldog breed was bred to become a smaller, gentler dog in order to create a more domesticated house dog.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?tmpl=1&exact=1&breed=English+Bulldog&animal=Dog&location=42748
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Bullmastiff http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bullmastiff.htm
Poaching was punishable by death on the great English Estates in the early 19th Century. The Bullmastiff was bred to help catch the poacher by knocking him down and holding. The gamekeeper's Bullmastiff, "Night dog", or "Chien Du Nuit", is a dog that combines tremendous physical strength, endurance, alertness, intelligence, and guarding instinct. They are a cross of 60% Mastiff and 40% Bulldog.
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Banter Bulldogge http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/banterbulldogge.htm
The Banter Bulldogge is a new breed of bulldog developed in the 1990's created from crossing Boxers with working bull breed like Pit Bulls, Am Staffs and American Bulldogs. The name is a play on words in that the definition of the word banter, to address in a witty and teasing manner, matches the temperament of this breed.
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Basenji http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/basenji.htm
Known as "the barkless dog from Africa," Basenjis are silent most of the time. Although domesticated, the breed belongs to a group called Schensi Dogs, which are considered undomesticated by humans. Tribesmen would often place bells crafted from shells and bones around the necks of their dogs as a way of keeping track of them.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Basenji&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Basset Hound http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bassethound.htm
Basset Hounds are descended from the old St. Hubert hounds. Used to trail and drive game away, the Basset has had such famous admirers as King Edward VII and Shakespeare. The Basset's long ears were developed to stir up and hold the scent for their strong nose to smell.
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Beagle http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/beagle.htm
The Beagle is a rather old breed, whose first mention in English literature dates back to 1475. The term Beagle could have come from several different sources: the French beguele which means "open throat," the Welsh beag which means small, or possibly from the German word begele meaning "to scold."
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Bearded Collie http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/beardedcollie.htm
"Collie" is a Scottish word for dogs that herd sheep. The Bearded Collie, affectionately called the Beardie, was developed as an independent worker, able to make decisions concerning the welfare and safety of their charges without depending on the shepherd who might be miles away.
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Beauceron http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/beauceron.htm
The Beauceron is the largest of the French sheepdogs. Originating in the plains region surrounding Paris known as La Beauce, they were used to drive and protect the herd (Sheep or Cattle), guard the house, and defend the family. The Beauceron was also used by the French army.
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Bedlington Terrier http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bedlingtonterrier.htm
The Bedlington Terrier originated in Bedlington in England, from where he gets his name. Originally bred as a hunting and fighting dog, this breed has been known by a number of other names. Resembling a lamb, the Bedlington Terrier's fur has a wooly texture.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Bedlington+Terrier&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Belgian Shepherd Laekenois http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/belgianlaekenois.htm
The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois is one of four distinct shepherd breeds hailing from Belgium. Of the four, the Laekenois is the rarest. It was developed as a guard dog in the Antwerp region, an area known for bleaching fine linens outdoors. The Laekenois' wire coat gives this shepherd a most unique appearance.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Belgian+Shepherd+Laekenois&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Belgian Shepherd Malinois http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/belgianmalinois.htm
The Belgian Malinois was developed as a variety of the Belgian Shepherd Dog about one hundred years ago. Excelling as a herding dog, the Malinois has a very protective nature and high prey drive. The breed has short fur--unlike the Tervuren Shepherd, a variety that is similar in color, but with longer fur.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Malinois&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Belgian Shepherd Tervuren http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/belgiantervueren.htm
The Belgian Tervuren was developed during the 19th century as a herder and protector. The name Tervuren comes from a village of the same name in Belgium where M.F. Corbeel, one of the earliest Tervuren breeders, resided. The breed is characterized by a long coat.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Tervuren+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Bernese Mountain Dog http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bernesemountain.htm
The name Bernese Mountain Dog is a rough translation of the German "Berner Sennenhund," which means Bernese Alpine Herdsman's Dog. The breed's original name was Durrbachler, after an inn where these farm dogs were bought and sold.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Bernese+Mountain+Dog&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Bichon Frise http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bichonfrise.htm
The Bichon Frise is like a live stuffed toy. Their name means "curly lap dog". The early popularity of the breed is evident, for the French invaders of Italy in the 1500's brought many of the dogs home with them as war booty.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Bichon+Frise&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Black and Tan Coonhound http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/blackandtancoonhound.htm
The Black and Tan Coonhound had already been developed by the time of William the Conqueror. The breed was then developed from the Virginia Foxhound, bred for its color and superb sense of smell. It is known for its exceptional ability to track scents even under the worst conditions, and is a successful hunter of raccoon, bear, deer, and mountain lion, even over rough terrain.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=+Black+and+Tan+Coonhound&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Black Mouth Cur http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/blackmouthcur.htm
The "cur" dog is one of the few working breeds that originated in the United States. They were first recognized by the AKC in 1964. Curs are used to tree squirrel, raccoon, bobcat, mountain lion, and bear. They are used for hunting hogs and feral cattle. They also are distinguished by being used by the search and rescue emergency services.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=+Black+Mouth+Cur+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Black Russian Terrier http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/blackrussianterrier.htm
The Black Russian Terrier was developed in the 1950s to meet a need for a large, versatile watchdog that could survive the harsh Russian climate. Granted full recognition as a member of the Working Group in 2004, the Black Russian Terrier is in the Working Group rather than the Terrier Group because its anatomic structure (and great size) bears little resemblance to that of a typical terrier.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Black+Russian+Terrier+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Bloodhound http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bloodhound.htm
Bloodhounds are an ancient breed. In the 7th century, St. Hubert (patron saint of the hunter) and his monks had an extensive hand in developing the breed. The name "Bloodhound" is derived from the term "blooded hound," meaning a hound of pure breeding.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Bloodhound&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Blue Heeler (See Australian Cattle Dog)
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Blue Lacy (Texas Blue Lacy Game Dog) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bluelacy.htm
Named after the Blue Lacy family of Texas, this breed is recorded in the Lacy family history as being the result of Greyhound, coyote, and scenthound crosses with an emphasis placed on herding talents. The Senate of the State of Texas has honored the Blue Lacy dog breed as a true Texas breed.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Blue+Lacy&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Bluetick Coonhound http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bluetick.htm
Blueticks are principally descended from the quick foxhounds of England with some introduction of the blood of various French hounds which were used for hunting big game. The breed is renowned for its "cold" nose and tracking abilities. The American Blue Gascon is a subgroup of bluetick coonhounds that is larger, heavier, and more houndy looking than the standard Bluetick.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=+Bluetick+Coonhound+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Boerboel http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/boerboel.htm
When Jan van Riebeeck went to the Cape of South Africa in 1652, he brought his own dog along to protect him and his family in this wild and unknown country. This dog was known as a "Bullenbitjer", a large, heavy Mastiff-type dog. During the Groot Trek the Boerboel had most of the features that it has today and is recognizable from old drawings.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Boerboel+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Bolognese http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bolognese.htm
The Bolognese have ties to Italy, more specifically Bologna, thus the name "Bolognese". These small dogs were taken aboard ships and carried into port to be presented as gifts. The recipient was most likely the wife or daughter of a wealthy merchant or nobleman, and sometimes they were even given to royalty.
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The Border Collie was one of the working collies used by shepherds in the Border counties of Scotland and England in the 18th and 19th Centuries. These were often powerful dogs, difficult to control and rough with stock. The name "Border Collie" was coined after World War I to distinguish working collies from show collies. Able to perform a variety of tasks, they are born with instinct to "gather" the sheep to the shepherd.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=+Border+Collie+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Borzoi http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/borzoi.htm
Borzois are sighthounds. The original Borzoi stock was crossed with different Russian herding dogs, which explains the breed's ability to deal with wolves--this was an important part of a herding dog's work in the past. Borzois were popular with the Tsars before the 1917 revolution, and for a long time could not be purchased, but only given as gifts from the Tsar.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=+Borzoi+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Boston Terrier http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bostonterrier.htm
The Boston Terrier is a true American creation, resulting from a cross between an English Bulldog and a white English Terrier. About 1870 William O'Brien of Boston sold an imported dog named "Judge" to Robert C. Hooper of Boston. This dog was commonly known as "Hooper's Judge" and became the ancestor of almost all true modern Boston Terriers. Bostons are nicknamed the American gentleman among dogs because of their characteristically gentle disposition.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=+Boston+Terrier&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Boxer http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/boxer.htm
The Boxer was a man made breed. His ancestors, the "Brabant Bullenbeisser", a Mastiff type dog, and the English Bulldog, were originally bred in Germany in the late 1800's. Although initially the Boxer was generally white, by 1925 white was not accepted as a proper color for the breed.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Boxer++&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Boykin Spaniel http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/boykinspaniel.htm
The Boykin Spaniel originated from a spaniel type stray owned by "Whit" Boykin in 1910 near Camden, South Carolina. In those first 70 or so years the breed was mixed with other hunting dogs, such as the English Springer Spaniel, the Cocker Spaniel, the American Water Spaniel, and the Chesapeake Bay Retriever.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Boykin+Spaniel&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Brittany Spaniel http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/brittany.htm
Since the mid 19th century the Brittany Spaniel was known as the Breton peasant's hunting dog in the isolated northwest French province of Brittany. The Brittany is believed to be a product of interbreeding between English pointers and spaniels native to Brittany. Brittanys come in two �sub-sets�: American and French. The French Brittany is shorter and slower.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Brittany+Spaniel+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Brussels Griffon http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/griffon.htm
The Brussels Griffon originated in Belgium. It is believed that the breed was developed from the Affenpinscher and a Belgian street dog, often called the "griffon d'ecurie", which stands for "stable griffon." This breed worked as a guard dog for cab drivers in Brussels.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Brussels+Griffon&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Bull Terrier http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bullterrier.htm
The ancestors of Bull Terriers were developed in Britain for the purpose of pit fighting. Two formidable breeds of dogs were combined, the Bull Dog and the Black and Tan Terrier (which is now extinct). The resulting Bull and Terrier Dog was an extremely rugged dog with lightening speed, agility, unsurpassed killing instinct and an unfaltering devotion to its owner. This dog was crossed with the White English Terrier as well as other breeds, resulting in the dog we have today.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?tmpl=1&exact=1&breed=Bull+Terrier&animal=Dog&location=42748
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Bulldog http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bulldog.htm
Bulldogs were bred in the 1500's for the blood sports known as bull baiting. However, Bandogs, Bonddoggess, and Bolddogges were repeatedly mentioned in English literature starting in 1200. Bull baiting contests were banned in Britain in 1835 and the number of these sporting dogs declined. Thereafter, the existing Bulldog breed was bred to become a smaller, gentler dog in order to create a more domesticated house dog.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?tmpl=1&exact=1&breed=English+Bulldog&animal=Dog&location=42748
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Bullmastiff http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bullmastiff.htm
Poaching was punishable by death on the great English Estates in the early 19th Century. The Bullmastiff was bred to help catch the poacher by knocking him down and holding. The gamekeeper's Bullmastiff, "Night dog", or "Chien Du Nuit", is a dog that combines tremendous physical strength, endurance, alertness, intelligence, and guarding instinct. They are a cross of 60% Mastiff and 40% Bulldog.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=+Bullmastiff&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Cairn Terrier http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/cairnterrier.htm
Bred on Scotland's lonely Isle of Skye and one of the earliest working dogs, Cairn Terriers were used to hunt vermin. They take their name from the cairns, or heaps of stones, that are found on their home isle. Toto in the Wizard of Oz was a Cairn Terrier.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=cairn+terrier&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Cajun Squirrel Dog (Kemmer Stock Hybrids Squirrel Dog) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/kemmerfeisthybrid.htm
The Cajun Squirrel Dog is a type of dog used for hunting squirrels and raccoons. The breed was developed by Robert Kemmer who combined Feists with Mountain Curs. Calvin Boutte (aka the Cajun) also started a breeding program. When he stopped breeding, Kemmer continued his own program and renamed the breed the Kemmer Stock Hybrids Squirrel Dog.
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Canaan Dog http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/canaan.htm
The Canaan Dog can be traced back to as early as 2200 B.C. A middle eastern breed found in the area of Palestine (known as Canaan in biblical history), they were used for herding and as guard dogs. They later became known as pariah dogs, but were "rediscovered" in 1934 by a professor who was looking for a service dog that could tolerate the heat and working conditions of the desert climate.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Canaan+Dog&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Cane Corso Mastiff http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/canecorsoitaliano.htm
Descended from the mastino dogs--which were used as guard dogs in monastaries in Tibet--and the Roman Molossus that fought lions in the Coliseum and served as "warriors" in Alexander's Macedonian army, Cane Corsos were used as big game hunters in medieval times. When big game hunting declined, Italian farmers used them to drive animals to market and to protect their livestock and families. The breed almost became extinct during World War I and II until a small group of enthusiasts worked to reestablish the breed.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=+Cane+Corso+Mastiff&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Carolina Dog (American Dingo) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/caralinadog.htm
The Carolina Dog can be traced back to 1970's when packs of wild dogs were discovered roaming the Southeast portions of the United States. During the 1980's, scientists took the majority of these dogs out of the wild in order to study and nurture the breed. These dogs were eventually given the name Carolina Dog. The breed is most commonly used for hunting and tracking game such as raccoon and snake, and as a watch and guard dogs.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Carolina+Dog&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Catahoula Cur (See Catahoula Leopard Dog)
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Catahoula Leopard Dog (Louisiana Catahoula Leopard) (Catahoula Cur) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/catahoula.htm
The ancestors of the Catahoula were "war dogs", believed to have been the Mastiff and Greyhound, that were brought by Spaniards to the New World to assist in hunting, guarding camps, and battles. Those left behind bred with the red wolf. A century later the French, who brought with them their own dogs known today as the Beauceron, discovered the wolf-like dogs. The two breeds were cross-bred to create a better hunter. The Catahoula Leopard Dog is the descendant of that crossing.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Catahoula+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Caucasian Sheepdog (Ovtcharka) http://www.dogbreedsite.net/caucasian_ovtcharka.html
This large sheepdog originated in the Caucasus Mountain region and is most likely one of the most direct descendants of the Tibetan Mastiff, which was introduced in Russia during the Asian invasions. Bred to protect cattle, they would fearlessly drive back bears, wolves, and other predators without a moment's hesitation. The Caucasian Ovtcharka is known by many different names, including Mastiff, Moutain Dog, and Sheepdog.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=+Caucasian+Sheepdog&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/cavalierkingcharlesspaniel.htm
The ancestors of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel were the small "spaniell gentle, otherwise called Comforter" of 16th century England, believed to "beare away the flees." Charles II, favored this breed as a companion, and issued a Royal edict that no King Charles Spaniel could be denied entry to any public place. During the mid-1800's dog breeding and dog showing became serious endeavors in England and the King Charles Spaniel underwent several changes.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Cavalier+King+Charles+Spaniel&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Cesky Fousek http://www.dogbreedsite.net/cesky_fousek.html
Originally bred in the Kingdom of Bohemia during the Middle Ages, the Cesky Fousek was the most widely used wirehaired Pointing dog in the Czech and Slovakian Republics just prior to World War I. They were known for their amazing hunting abilities. After the war, they were almost extinct. With great effort, the breeding stock has been rebuilt. Their name literally means "Bohemian with facial hair".
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Cesky Terrier http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/ceskyterrier.htm
Cesky Terriers, also known as the Bohemian or Czech Terrier, are a cross between Scottish and Sealyham Terriers. They are a relatively new breed. Ceskys were developed to be low to the ground to hunt rats, foxes and other types of vermin and to pursue them into their burrows.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/chesapeakebay.htm
In 1807 two St. John's Newfoundland puppies were saved from a wrecked Engish ship off the coast of Maryland. The two found homes in the Chesapeake Bay area and were trained and used as duck retrievers. They were bred to each other and their line was crossed with other breeds, resulting in the dog we know today as the Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Chesapeakes are known for their courage and prowess in the icy cold waters of Chesapeake Bay.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Chesapeake+Bay+Retriever+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Chihuahua http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/chihuahua.htm
Chihuahuas are most likely descended from the ancient Techichi dogs of the Toltecs crossed with hairless dogs from the Orient. The breed was discovered in the 1850's in the Mexican State of Chihuahua bordering Texas and New Mexicao and quickly became popular. Chihuahuas are the only native breed of the Americas and the smallest AKC registered breed.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=chihuahua&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Chinese Crested Dog http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/chinesecrested.htm
The Chinese Crested Dog existed in China as early as the 1200's and may have evolved from the African hairless dog. They were used as ratters on ships in the 13th century and for trading with merchants throughout Egypt, Turkey, and Central and South America. This toy breed has two variations: the powder-puff and the hairless.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Chinese+Crested+Dog&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Chinook http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/chinook.htm
The Chinook is one of a few dog breeds created in America. Arthur Walden, returning from the Gold Rush in Alaska, bred a Mastiff-type dog to a Greenland Husky, trying to produce the perfect sled dog. He named one of the three offspring Chinook in honor of a lead dog he left behind in Alaska. Chinook was subsequently bred to German and Belgian Shepherd working types and other Husky type dogs, resulting in the Chinook dog.
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Chow Chow http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/chowchow.htm
Chow Chows existed in China between 206 BC and 22 AD. They were used as hunting and guard dogs by warring Mongolian tribes as well as a source of food and fur when necessary. Consumption of the Chow Chow was made illegal in 1915 by a law prohibiting the sale or purchase of dog meat. The name "Chow Chow" is believed to have evolved from the pidgin-English term for knick-knacks or bric-a-brac brought from any part of the Oriental Empire during the latter part of the 18th century.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=chow&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Clumber Spaniel http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/clumberspaniel.htm
Clumber Spaniels were one of the first specialized breeds, originating in France as early as the 18th century. They were used to flush and retrieve birds. During the French Revolution the Duc de Noailles moved his spaniels to the Second Duke of Newcastle's kennels at Clumber Park in Nottinghamshire, England to keep them safe. Both England and France claim to be the origin of the breed.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Clumber+Spaniel&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Cocker Spaniel - American (See Also English Cocker Spaniel) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/americancocker.htm
Cocker spaniels are descended from spaniels, one of the oldest breed of dogs. It is assumed spaniels originated from Spain as the word spaniel may be derived from Hispania (Spain) or possibly from the French phrase Chiens del Espagnol (Dog of Spain). Springing spaniels, those that "sprang" the prey for hunting, are the ancestors of all modern day flushing spaniels. In a single litter of springer spaniels, the larger pups would become springer spaniels, the smaller pups would become cocker spaniels, and the medium-sized pups would become Sussex spaniels: size alone was the only difference.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=cocker+spaniel&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Collie http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/collie.htm
The ancestors of Collies were used to shepherd sheep and cows for many centuries in the Highlands of Scotland and throughout early England. The etymology of the word Collie stems from the word black in Anglo-Saxon, so it is believed the early Collies were much darker than today's sable and white Collie. Queen Victoria took an interest in the breed and Collies became popular. It was also at this time that the dog became larger and more refined. The Collie breed consists of both the rough and smooth Collie.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?tmpl=1&exact=1&breed=Collie&animal=Dog&location=42748
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Corgi (Cardigan Welsh) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/cardigancorgi.htm
Both Cardigan and Pebroke Corgis were developed in Wales. The Cardigan is the older of the two. It is assumed that the Celtic, or pre-Celtic, tribes of central Europe brought a Cardigan-type dog to Wales around 1200 B.C. They are descended from the Teckel or Dachshund family of canines. The Cardigan has a deep chest and bowed forelegs. They have a tail that wags while the Pembroke has a tail that wiggles. The Cardigan got its name from Cardiganshire, the county of Wales where they were used to herd, protect, and hunt.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=corgi&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Corgi (Pembroke Welsh) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/pembrokecorgi.htm
The Pembroke Corgi was introduced into the county of Pembroke in South Wales around 1100 by Flemish weavers. They were used by farmers in the flat lands and fields while Cardigan Corgis were used in the hills and mountains. The two breeds developed in relative isolation until the 20th Century. Pembrokes are a breed of the Spitz group, recognized by their sharp muzzles, foxy faces and pointed ears.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=corgi&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Coton de Tulear http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/cotondetulear.htm
The Coton de Tulear originated in Madagascar, an island situated off the east coast of Africa. It is believed that in the 15th Century small white dogs that were carried on ships to kill vermin or as companions to wealthy passengers came to the island when ships wrecked or with pirates. The small, friendly dogs became favorites of the Malagasy royalty, who were the only people allowed to have Cotons. Coton is French for "cotton," referring to the texture of their coats, while Tulear is the trading port where their ancestors were first introduced.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=+Coton+de+Tulear&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Curly-Coated Retriever http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/curlycoatedretriever.htm
The Curly Coated Retriever originated in England and is the oldest type of retriever. They are descendants of the Old English Water Dog, the Irish Water Spaniel, a small Newfoundland-type dog, and possibly Poodle, which enhanced the curly coat. This breed almost died out during World War I and II as food became scarce. A few English breeders are credited with the survival of the breed.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Curly-Coated+Retriever+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Cairn Terrier http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/cairnterrier.htm
Bred on Scotland's lonely Isle of Skye and one of the earliest working dogs, Cairn Terriers were used to hunt vermin. They take their name from the cairns, or heaps of stones, that are found on their home isle. Toto in the Wizard of Oz was a Cairn Terrier.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=cairn+terrier&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Cajun Squirrel Dog (Kemmer Stock Hybrids Squirrel Dog) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/kemmerfeisthybrid.htm
The Cajun Squirrel Dog is a type of dog used for hunting squirrels and raccoons. The breed was developed by Robert Kemmer who combined Feists with Mountain Curs. Calvin Boutte (aka the Cajun) also started a breeding program. When he stopped breeding, Kemmer continued his own program and renamed the breed the Kemmer Stock Hybrids Squirrel Dog.
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Canaan Dog http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/canaan.htm
The Canaan Dog can be traced back to as early as 2200 B.C. A middle eastern breed found in the area of Palestine (known as Canaan in biblical history), they were used for herding and as guard dogs. They later became known as pariah dogs, but were "rediscovered" in 1934 by a professor who was looking for a service dog that could tolerate the heat and working conditions of the desert climate.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Canaan+Dog&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Cane Corso Mastiff http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/canecorsoitaliano.htm
Descended from the mastino dogs--which were used as guard dogs in monastaries in Tibet--and the Roman Molossus that fought lions in the Coliseum and served as "warriors" in Alexander's Macedonian army, Cane Corsos were used as big game hunters in medieval times. When big game hunting declined, Italian farmers used them to drive animals to market and to protect their livestock and families. The breed almost became extinct during World War I and II until a small group of enthusiasts worked to reestablish the breed.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=+Cane+Corso+Mastiff&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Carolina Dog (American Dingo) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/caralinadog.htm
The Carolina Dog can be traced back to 1970's when packs of wild dogs were discovered roaming the Southeast portions of the United States. During the 1980's, scientists took the majority of these dogs out of the wild in order to study and nurture the breed. These dogs were eventually given the name Carolina Dog. The breed is most commonly used for hunting and tracking game such as raccoon and snake, and as a watch and guard dogs.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Carolina+Dog&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Catahoula Cur (See Catahoula Leopard Dog)
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Catahoula Leopard Dog (Louisiana Catahoula Leopard) (Catahoula Cur) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/catahoula.htm
The ancestors of the Catahoula were "war dogs", believed to have been the Mastiff and Greyhound, that were brought by Spaniards to the New World to assist in hunting, guarding camps, and battles. Those left behind bred with the red wolf. A century later the French, who brought with them their own dogs known today as the Beauceron, discovered the wolf-like dogs. The two breeds were cross-bred to create a better hunter. The Catahoula Leopard Dog is the descendant of that crossing.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Catahoula+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Caucasian Sheepdog (Ovtcharka) http://www.dogbreedsite.net/caucasian_ovtcharka.html
This large sheepdog originated in the Caucasus Mountain region and is most likely one of the most direct descendants of the Tibetan Mastiff, which was introduced in Russia during the Asian invasions. Bred to protect cattle, they would fearlessly drive back bears, wolves, and other predators without a moment's hesitation. The Caucasian Ovtcharka is known by many different names, including Mastiff, Moutain Dog, and Sheepdog.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=+Caucasian+Sheepdog&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/cavalierkingcharlesspaniel.htm
The ancestors of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel were the small "spaniell gentle, otherwise called Comforter" of 16th century England, believed to "beare away the flees." Charles II, favored this breed as a companion, and issued a Royal edict that no King Charles Spaniel could be denied entry to any public place. During the mid-1800's dog breeding and dog showing became serious endeavors in England and the King Charles Spaniel underwent several changes.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Cavalier+King+Charles+Spaniel&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Cesky Fousek http://www.dogbreedsite.net/cesky_fousek.html
Originally bred in the Kingdom of Bohemia during the Middle Ages, the Cesky Fousek was the most widely used wirehaired Pointing dog in the Czech and Slovakian Republics just prior to World War I. They were known for their amazing hunting abilities. After the war, they were almost extinct. With great effort, the breeding stock has been rebuilt. Their name literally means "Bohemian with facial hair".
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Cesky Terrier http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/ceskyterrier.htm
Cesky Terriers, also known as the Bohemian or Czech Terrier, are a cross between Scottish and Sealyham Terriers. They are a relatively new breed. Ceskys were developed to be low to the ground to hunt rats, foxes and other types of vermin and to pursue them into their burrows.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/chesapeakebay.htm
In 1807 two St. John's Newfoundland puppies were saved from a wrecked Engish ship off the coast of Maryland. The two found homes in the Chesapeake Bay area and were trained and used as duck retrievers. They were bred to each other and their line was crossed with other breeds, resulting in the dog we know today as the Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Chesapeakes are known for their courage and prowess in the icy cold waters of Chesapeake Bay.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Chesapeake+Bay+Retriever+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Chihuahua http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/chihuahua.htm
Chihuahuas are most likely descended from the ancient Techichi dogs of the Toltecs crossed with hairless dogs from the Orient. The breed was discovered in the 1850's in the Mexican State of Chihuahua bordering Texas and New Mexicao and quickly became popular. Chihuahuas are the only native breed of the Americas and the smallest AKC registered breed.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=chihuahua&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Chinese Crested Dog http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/chinesecrested.htm
The Chinese Crested Dog existed in China as early as the 1200's and may have evolved from the African hairless dog. They were used as ratters on ships in the 13th century and for trading with merchants throughout Egypt, Turkey, and Central and South America. This toy breed has two variations: the powder-puff and the hairless.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Chinese+Crested+Dog&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Chinook http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/chinook.htm
The Chinook is one of a few dog breeds created in America. Arthur Walden, returning from the Gold Rush in Alaska, bred a Mastiff-type dog to a Greenland Husky, trying to produce the perfect sled dog. He named one of the three offspring Chinook in honor of a lead dog he left behind in Alaska. Chinook was subsequently bred to German and Belgian Shepherd working types and other Husky type dogs, resulting in the Chinook dog.
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Chow Chow http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/chowchow.htm
Chow Chows existed in China between 206 BC and 22 AD. They were used as hunting and guard dogs by warring Mongolian tribes as well as a source of food and fur when necessary. Consumption of the Chow Chow was made illegal in 1915 by a law prohibiting the sale or purchase of dog meat. The name "Chow Chow" is believed to have evolved from the pidgin-English term for knick-knacks or bric-a-brac brought from any part of the Oriental Empire during the latter part of the 18th century.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=chow&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Clumber Spaniel http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/clumberspaniel.htm
Clumber Spaniels were one of the first specialized breeds, originating in France as early as the 18th century. They were used to flush and retrieve birds. During the French Revolution the Duc de Noailles moved his spaniels to the Second Duke of Newcastle's kennels at Clumber Park in Nottinghamshire, England to keep them safe. Both England and France claim to be the origin of the breed.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Clumber+Spaniel&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Cocker Spaniel - American (See Also English Cocker Spaniel) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/americancocker.htm
Cocker spaniels are descended from spaniels, one of the oldest breed of dogs. It is assumed spaniels originated from Spain as the word spaniel may be derived from Hispania (Spain) or possibly from the French phrase Chiens del Espagnol (Dog of Spain). Springing spaniels, those that "sprang" the prey for hunting, are the ancestors of all modern day flushing spaniels. In a single litter of springer spaniels, the larger pups would become springer spaniels, the smaller pups would become cocker spaniels, and the medium-sized pups would become Sussex spaniels: size alone was the only difference.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=cocker+spaniel&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Collie http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/collie.htm
The ancestors of Collies were used to shepherd sheep and cows for many centuries in the Highlands of Scotland and throughout early England. The etymology of the word Collie stems from the word black in Anglo-Saxon, so it is believed the early Collies were much darker than today's sable and white Collie. Queen Victoria took an interest in the breed and Collies became popular. It was also at this time that the dog became larger and more refined. The Collie breed consists of both the rough and smooth Collie.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?tmpl=1&exact=1&breed=Collie&animal=Dog&location=42748
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Corgi (Cardigan Welsh) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/cardigancorgi.htm
Both Cardigan and Pebroke Corgis were developed in Wales. The Cardigan is the older of the two. It is assumed that the Celtic, or pre-Celtic, tribes of central Europe brought a Cardigan-type dog to Wales around 1200 B.C. They are descended from the Teckel or Dachshund family of canines. The Cardigan has a deep chest and bowed forelegs. They have a tail that wags while the Pembroke has a tail that wiggles. The Cardigan got its name from Cardiganshire, the county of Wales where they were used to herd, protect, and hunt.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=corgi&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Corgi (Pembroke Welsh) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/pembrokecorgi.htm
The Pembroke Corgi was introduced into the county of Pembroke in South Wales around 1100 by Flemish weavers. They were used by farmers in the flat lands and fields while Cardigan Corgis were used in the hills and mountains. The two breeds developed in relative isolation until the 20th Century. Pembrokes are a breed of the Spitz group, recognized by their sharp muzzles, foxy faces and pointed ears.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=corgi&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Coton de Tulear http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/cotondetulear.htm
The Coton de Tulear originated in Madagascar, an island situated off the east coast of Africa. It is believed that in the 15th Century small white dogs that were carried on ships to kill vermin or as companions to wealthy passengers came to the island when ships wrecked or with pirates. The small, friendly dogs became favorites of the Malagasy royalty, who were the only people allowed to have Cotons. Coton is French for "cotton," referring to the texture of their coats, while Tulear is the trading port where their ancestors were first introduced.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=+Coton+de+Tulear&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Curly-Coated Retriever http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/curlycoatedretriever.htm
The Curly Coated Retriever originated in England and is the oldest type of retriever. They are descendants of the Old English Water Dog, the Irish Water Spaniel, a small Newfoundland-type dog, and possibly Poodle, which enhanced the curly coat. This breed almost died out during World War I and II as food became scarce. A few English breeders are credited with the survival of the breed.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Curly-Coated+Retriever+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Dachshund http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/dachshund.htm
Dachshunds date back to the 15th century. A combination of hounds and terriers, they were bred for a specific purpose--to enter a badger's den and fight them to the death. The breed's deep sonorous bark had the advantage of allowing the hunter to determine what was going on down in the badger hole. The word dachs means "badger" and the word hund means "dog".
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=dachshund&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Dalmatian http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/dalmatian.htm
Dalmatians are named after Dalmatia, the region in Yugoslavia where the breed is believed to have first become popular. They have been employed in more ways than perhaps any other breed of dog, including military dog, watch dog, shepherd, trailer, ratter, retriever, draft dog and circus dog. In England Dalmatians were trained to run alongside the carriages of fire brigades and wealthy aristocrats to protect them from robbers and dangerous animals, thus earning them the nicknames of English coach dog, carriage dog, and fire house dog.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=dalmatian&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Dandie Dinmont Terrier http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/dandiedinmont.htm
The Dandie Dinmont Terrier is one of the oldest British terrier breeds, originating in the Northumberland region of Scotland during the 1700s. They were bred to hunt otters and badgers. It is believed that the breed is named for Dandie Dinmont, a jovial farmer who owned many terriers in Sir Walter Scott's novel Guy Mannering.
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Doberman Pinscher http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/doberman.htm
Louis Dobermann of Thuringen, Germany developed the Doberman Pinscher in the late 19th century by combining a variety of breeds, including the German Pinscher, Old German Shepherd, Weimaraner, and Black and Tan Manchester Terrier. As a tax collector, Dobermann wanted a dog capable of intimidating and subduing the people who often made his job difficult. His goal was to create a sleek and powerful new breed.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Doberman+Pinscher&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Dogo Argentino http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/dogo.htm
The Dogo Argentino was created by two young brothers who envisioned a big game hound and guard dog suited for the varied and rugged Argentine countryside. In 1925, they bred two Fighting Dogs of Cordoba (now extinct) with breeds whose traits they admired, including Great Pyrennes, Pointer, Great Dane, Boxer, Irish Wolfhound, Bull Dog, Bull Terrier, Dogue de Bordeaux and Spanish Mastiff. The Dogo was used to hunt wild boar, jaguars and other big game.
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Dogo Canario (See Presa Canario)
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Dogue De Bordeaux (French Mastiff) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/doguedebordeax.htm
Dogues were used to bait bulls, bears, and jaguars, hunt boars, herd cattle, and protect the homes, butchershops and vineyards of their masters. During the French Revolution, many Dogues may have perished with their wealthy masters, but those of the poor survived. Originally a dog of this breed was called a Dogue or a Matin. This latter name comes from the same root as the word 'Mastiff' which is why the Dogue de Bordeaux is sometimes called a French Mastiff.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Dogue+De+Bordeaux&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Dutch Shepherd http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/dutchshepherd.htm
Developed in 19th century Holland as an all-purpose working dog, the Dutch Shepherd was commonly used as a herder, farm dog and cart-puller. Today the breed is used as security/police dogs and guard dogs. Dutch Shepherds are a "cousin" of the Belgian Sheepdog, but have more German Shepherd in their ancestry. There are three separate varieties of the Dutch Shepherd--long-haired, short-haired and wire-haired.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=dutch+shepherd&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Dachshund http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/dachshund.htm
Dachshunds date back to the 15th century. A combination of hounds and terriers, they were bred for a specific purpose--to enter a badger's den and fight them to the death. The breed's deep sonorous bark had the advantage of allowing the hunter to determine what was going on down in the badger hole. The word dachs means "badger" and the word hund means "dog".
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=dachshund&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Dalmatian http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/dalmatian.htm
Dalmatians are named after Dalmatia, the region in Yugoslavia where the breed is believed to have first become popular. They have been employed in more ways than perhaps any other breed of dog, including military dog, watch dog, shepherd, trailer, ratter, retriever, draft dog and circus dog. In England Dalmatians were trained to run alongside the carriages of fire brigades and wealthy aristocrats to protect them from robbers and dangerous animals, thus earning them the nicknames of English coach dog, carriage dog, and fire house dog.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=dalmatian&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Dandie Dinmont Terrier http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/dandiedinmont.htm
The Dandie Dinmont Terrier is one of the oldest British terrier breeds, originating in the Northumberland region of Scotland during the 1700s. They were bred to hunt otters and badgers. It is believed that the breed is named for Dandie Dinmont, a jovial farmer who owned many terriers in Sir Walter Scott's novel Guy Mannering.
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Doberman Pinscher http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/doberman.htm
Louis Dobermann of Thuringen, Germany developed the Doberman Pinscher in the late 19th century by combining a variety of breeds, including the German Pinscher, Old German Shepherd, Weimaraner, and Black and Tan Manchester Terrier. As a tax collector, Dobermann wanted a dog capable of intimidating and subduing the people who often made his job difficult. His goal was to create a sleek and powerful new breed.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Doberman+Pinscher&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Dogo Argentino http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/dogo.htm
The Dogo Argentino was created by two young brothers who envisioned a big game hound and guard dog suited for the varied and rugged Argentine countryside. In 1925, they bred two Fighting Dogs of Cordoba (now extinct) with breeds whose traits they admired, including Great Pyrennes, Pointer, Great Dane, Boxer, Irish Wolfhound, Bull Dog, Bull Terrier, Dogue de Bordeaux and Spanish Mastiff. The Dogo was used to hunt wild boar, jaguars and other big game.
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Dogo Canario (See Presa Canario)
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Dogue De Bordeaux (French Mastiff) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/doguedebordeax.htm
Dogues were used to bait bulls, bears, and jaguars, hunt boars, herd cattle, and protect the homes, butchershops and vineyards of their masters. During the French Revolution, many Dogues may have perished with their wealthy masters, but those of the poor survived. Originally a dog of this breed was called a Dogue or a Matin. This latter name comes from the same root as the word 'Mastiff' which is why the Dogue de Bordeaux is sometimes called a French Mastiff.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Dogue+De+Bordeaux&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Dutch Shepherd http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/dutchshepherd.htm
Developed in 19th century Holland as an all-purpose working dog, the Dutch Shepherd was commonly used as a herder, farm dog and cart-puller. Today the breed is used as security/police dogs and guard dogs. Dutch Shepherds are a "cousin" of the Belgian Sheepdog, but have more German Shepherd in their ancestry. There are three separate varieties of the Dutch Shepherd--long-haired, short-haired and wire-haired.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=dutch+shepherd&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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English Bulldog http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bulldog.htm
The British (English) Bulldog breed was originally developed for the cruel sport of bull and bear baiting. They were first mentioned in literature from around 1200 and by 1500 the name used for them was Bandogge. It has been suggested that the breed goes back to the war dogs of the ancient Britons. At that time there were "pugnaces" or war dogs in Briton-- used in war, for contests in the amphitheater and in the chase. These fighting dogs of Briton were known as the Broad Mouthed Dogs of Briton and were the original and remote ancestors of the Mastiff and Bulldog.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=english+bulldog&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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English Cocker Spaniel (See Also: Cocker Spaniel) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/englishcocker.htm
One of the oldest types of land spaniel known, the Cocker descended from the original spaniels of Spain. The "cocker" in the name refers to the fact that the breed originally hunted woodcock. Prior to the 17th century all spaniels were grouped together however, the group was eventually divided based on hunting ability and size. If a spaniel weighed under 25 lbs, it was called a Cocker Spaniel. The English and American Cocker Spaniel have an identical history. The "Americanized" Cocker Spaniel is smaller, lighter and more apt to be a family pet.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=english+cocker+spaniel&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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English Coonhound http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/englishcoonhound.htm
Most coonhounds (but not the Plott Hound) are descendants of the English Foxhound. The English Coonhound was first registered by the UKC under the name "English Fox and Coonhound". The Treeing Walker and the Bluetick were also called English Coonhounds at one time, but in 1945 they were declared separate breeds. Unlike other classifications of coonhounds, a variety of colorations is acceptable. The English Coonhound was originally used to hunt fox. Americans, through careful breeding practices, adapted the English Coonhound to hunt raccoon, opossum, cougar and various bear species.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=english+coonhound&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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English Foxhound http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/englishfoxhound.htm
English Foxhounds originated in Great Britain in the 16th century. Believing the deer population, which had been hunted for food and sport in England, had been depleted, Henry VIII perceived new prey was need and the fox was selected. Greyhounds, Bulldogs and Fox Terriers were crossbred to create English Foxhounds, which were bred to hunt in packs. The breed was a favorite of George Washington, who is said to have imported them to America.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=foxhound&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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English Pointer http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/pointer.htm
The first Pointers may have come from Spain or Portugal. They were too slow and English breeders introduced various other breeds such as the Greyhound, Bloodhound and Setter to improve speed and stamina. By the mid 19th century the English Pointer had become the best of the pointing breeds. Because of their keen sense of smell, they outhunted Setters and became America's choice of hunting or gun dog.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=english+pointer&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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English Setter http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/englishsetter.htm
The English Setter originated in France approximately 500 years ago. They were a combination of Spanish and French pointers. In the 1600s the breed was modified by English breeders who combined them with the Water Spaniel and the Springer Spaniel. The name "Setter" derives from the unique position the dogs assume when they find their prey--crouching low to the ground and setting the quarry. English Setters are one of the oldest of the gun dogs.
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English Shepherd http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/englishshepherd.htm
Some people claim the English Shepherd descends from Roman herding dogs brought to Britain 2,000 years ago. However, it is more likely the breed originated from a mix of sturdy Scottish shepherd dogs. Early colonists brought their "farm collies" to America where they were used as herding dogs and for family protection. The English Shepherd continues to be a popular worker and companion.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=english+shepherd&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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English Springer Spaniel http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/englishspringerspaniel.htm
The first reference to springers was in the late 1500s--and referred to land spaniels (as opposed to water spaniels). In the early 1800s, distinct strains of carefully bred springers began to develop. One of the best known was bred by the Duke of Norfolk. His dogs greatly influenced the breed and at one time the breed was called Norfolk spaniels. The name was changed to springer spaniel in 1900. Springer Spaniels and smaller Cocker Spaniels were originally variations of the same breed--categorized by size. The Springer Spaniel was recognized as a distinct breed in 1902.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=English+Springer+Spaniel+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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English Toy Spaniel http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/englishtoyspaniel.htm
English Toy Spaniels originated in ancient China or Japan. The breed has been popular in Britain since Tudor times and was favored by royalty as well as by members of the aristocracy. Charles II was rarely without his dogs and he had an edict passed that such spaniels could not be refused entry to any public place in Britain. The dogs were used to keep owners warm by snuggling up on their laps in cold buildings or while traveling by carriage. In the 18th and 19th centuries crosses between long-snouted toy spaniels and short-snouted breeds like the Pug or Japanese Chin led to the breed's current appearance.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=english+toy+spaniel&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Entlebucher http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/entlebucher.htm
Named for the town of Entlebuch in Lucerne, Switzerland, the Entlebucher is the smallest of the four Swiss breeds (Appenzell Mountain Dog, Bernese Mountain Dog, and the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog) used for pulling carts, herding, guarding and driving cattle. The Entlebuch may have descended from the ancient Roman Molossus dogs which were used to guard and guide the Romans 2000 years ago. In the late 1800s, all four of the breeds were nearly extinct. The breeds were revived by Herr Franz Schertenleib and Zurich professor Albert Heim.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?tmpl=1&exact=1&breed=Entlebucher&animal=Dog
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Eskimo Dog (See American Eskimo Dog)
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English Bulldog http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bulldog.htm
The British (English) Bulldog breed was originally developed for the cruel sport of bull and bear baiting. They were first mentioned in literature from around 1200 and by 1500 the name used for them was Bandogge. It has been suggested that the breed goes back to the war dogs of the ancient Britons. At that time there were "pugnaces" or war dogs in Briton-- used in war, for contests in the amphitheater and in the chase. These fighting dogs of Briton were known as the Broad Mouthed Dogs of Briton and were the original and remote ancestors of the Mastiff and Bulldog.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=english+bulldog&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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English Cocker Spaniel (See Also: Cocker Spaniel) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/englishcocker.htm
One of the oldest types of land spaniel known, the Cocker descended from the original spaniels of Spain. The "cocker" in the name refers to the fact that the breed originally hunted woodcock. Prior to the 17th century all spaniels were grouped together however, the group was eventually divided based on hunting ability and size. If a spaniel weighed under 25 lbs, it was called a Cocker Spaniel. The English and American Cocker Spaniel have an identical history. The "Americanized" Cocker Spaniel is smaller, lighter and more apt to be a family pet.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=english+cocker+spaniel&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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English Coonhound http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/englishcoonhound.htm
Most coonhounds (but not the Plott Hound) are descendants of the English Foxhound. The English Coonhound was first registered by the UKC under the name "English Fox and Coonhound". The Treeing Walker and the Bluetick were also called English Coonhounds at one time, but in 1945 they were declared separate breeds. Unlike other classifications of coonhounds, a variety of colorations is acceptable. The English Coonhound was originally used to hunt fox. Americans, through careful breeding practices, adapted the English Coonhound to hunt raccoon, opossum, cougar and various bear species.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=english+coonhound&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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English Foxhound http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/englishfoxhound.htm
English Foxhounds originated in Great Britain in the 16th century. Believing the deer population, which had been hunted for food and sport in England, had been depleted, Henry VIII perceived new prey was need and the fox was selected. Greyhounds, Bulldogs and Fox Terriers were crossbred to create English Foxhounds, which were bred to hunt in packs. The breed was a favorite of George Washington, who is said to have imported them to America.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=foxhound&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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English Pointer http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/pointer.htm
The first Pointers may have come from Spain or Portugal. They were too slow and English breeders introduced various other breeds such as the Greyhound, Bloodhound and Setter to improve speed and stamina. By the mid 19th century the English Pointer had become the best of the pointing breeds. Because of their keen sense of smell, they outhunted Setters and became America's choice of hunting or gun dog.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=english+pointer&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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English Setter http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/englishsetter.htm
The English Setter originated in France approximately 500 years ago. They were a combination of Spanish and French pointers. In the 1600s the breed was modified by English breeders who combined them with the Water Spaniel and the Springer Spaniel. The name "Setter" derives from the unique position the dogs assume when they find their prey--crouching low to the ground and setting the quarry. English Setters are one of the oldest of the gun dogs.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=english+setter&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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English Shepherd http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/englishshepherd.htm
Some people claim the English Shepherd descends from Roman herding dogs brought to Britain 2,000 years ago. However, it is more likely the breed originated from a mix of sturdy Scottish shepherd dogs. Early colonists brought their "farm collies" to America where they were used as herding dogs and for family protection. The English Shepherd continues to be a popular worker and companion.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=english+shepherd&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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English Springer Spaniel http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/englishspringerspaniel.htm
The first reference to springers was in the late 1500s--and referred to land spaniels (as opposed to water spaniels). In the early 1800s, distinct strains of carefully bred springers began to develop. One of the best known was bred by the Duke of Norfolk. His dogs greatly influenced the breed and at one time the breed was called Norfolk spaniels. The name was changed to springer spaniel in 1900. Springer Spaniels and smaller Cocker Spaniels were originally variations of the same breed--categorized by size. The Springer Spaniel was recognized as a distinct breed in 1902.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=English+Springer+Spaniel+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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English Toy Spaniel http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/englishtoyspaniel.htm
English Toy Spaniels originated in ancient China or Japan. The breed has been popular in Britain since Tudor times and was favored by royalty as well as by members of the aristocracy. Charles II was rarely without his dogs and he had an edict passed that such spaniels could not be refused entry to any public place in Britain. The dogs were used to keep owners warm by snuggling up on their laps in cold buildings or while traveling by carriage. In the 18th and 19th centuries crosses between long-snouted toy spaniels and short-snouted breeds like the Pug or Japanese Chin led to the breed's current appearance.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=english+toy+spaniel&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Entlebucher http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/entlebucher.htm
Named for the town of Entlebuch in Lucerne, Switzerland, the Entlebucher is the smallest of the four Swiss breeds (Appenzell Mountain Dog, Bernese Mountain Dog, and the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog) used for pulling carts, herding, guarding and driving cattle. The Entlebuch may have descended from the ancient Roman Molossus dogs which were used to guard and guide the Romans 2000 years ago. In the late 1800s, all four of the breeds were nearly extinct. The breeds were revived by Herr Franz Schertenleib and Zurich professor Albert Heim.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?tmpl=1&exact=1&breed=Entlebucher&animal=Dog
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Eskimo Dog (See American Eskimo Dog)
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Feist (See Also: Cajun squirrel Dog & Treeing Feist) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/feist.htm
The Feist dates back to the American Indians and the Early Colonial Period. They were developed by breeders who needed low-maintenance dogs to hunt small game and to eliminate vermin, and were often the result of crosses between hunting hounds and terriers. The word "feist" refers to a small, often noisy, dog. George Washington and Abraham Lincoln wrote about feist dogs.
http://www.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=Feist+&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=42748
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Field Spaniel http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/fieldspaniel.htm
A descendant of the English Cocker Spaniel, the Field Spaniel was the first spaniel developed specifically for conformation when showing dogs was coming into fashion. Breeders wanted to develop a solid black dog and cross-bred every black spaniel. The dogs became popular and the cross-breeding eventually led to numerous genetic problems. Becoming nearly extinct, the breed was revived by carefully cross-breeding with English Springer Spaniels. Today the Field Spaniel is a rare breed.
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Fila Brasileiro (Brazilian Mastiff) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/filabrasileiro.htm
The Fila Brasileiro dates back to the 1600's. Needing strong, hardy, working dogs, Brazilian colonists cross-bred Bloodhounds, Mastiffs, herding dogs, and Bulldogs to create the breed. The resulting dogs were good cattle drivers, jaguar hunters, guard dogs, and loyal companions. They were also used to pursue and hold runaway slaves. The word "fila" mean "to hold" in the ancient Portuguese language.
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Finnish Lapphund http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/finnishlapphund.htm
Ancestors of the Finnish Lapphund may have existed before 7000 BC as evidenced by old cave paintings depicting dogs of this type and skeletal remains found in archeological digs in Lapland. The Saame (Sami) people living in the northern areas of Lapland were originally a nomadic people and relied heavily on herds of reindeer for food and clothing. They followed the herds, hunting them as needed. The original Laponian dog was used to aide hunting parties. The Finnish Lapphund evolved from a hunter to a herder and some Lapphunds still show strong hunting instincts.
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Finnish Spitz http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/finnishspitz.htm
The ancestors of the Finnish Spitz were Spitz breeds that traveled from Eurasia to Finland with early Finno-Ugrian tribes. They were watchdogs or camp followers and later became hunting dogs. The breed has a loud bark which it used to lead the hunter to game, including moose, elk and bear. Until 1890 they were referred to as "haukkuva lintukoira," which means barking bird-dog. Barking tests are still held in Finland, with the winner being crowned "barking king." Today the Finnish Spitz, which is the national dog of Finland, is called "Suomenpystykorva", meaning "Finnish dog with standing ears."
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Flat-Coated Retriever http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/flatcoatedretriever.htm
Flat-coated Retrievers originated in Great Britain in the mid 1800's. A cross between imported Newfoundland Wavy-Coated Retrievers and Setters, they were bred to be hunters as well as water retrievers. Originally called the wavy coated retriever, the breed became popular as a gamekeeper's dog. Once one of the most popular variations of retriever, the Flat-coated Retriever was almost extinct by the end of World War II. To increase the breed to a safe level and broaden the gene pool, Flat Coats were interbred with Labrador Retrievers.
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Fox Terrier (See Smooth Fox Terrier, Toy Fox Terrier, and Wire Hair Fox Terrier) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/foxterrier.htm
Fox Terriers come in two types: smooth and wire. The black and tan terrier known by the ancient Romans as a fox hunting dog developed into the Wire Fox Terrier. The Smooth Fox Terrier is a hybrid of several breeds, including Greyhound, Beagle and Bull Terrier. Records exist of the Smooth Fox Terrier in its present form from the middle of the 19th century. The Wire Fox Terrier was crossed with the Smooth to create a lighter coat color. These dogs were traditionally trained to go down foxholes to catch foxes.
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Foxhound (See American Foxhound and English Foxhound) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/foxhounds.htm
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French Bulldog http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/frenchbulldog.htm
The French Bulldog originated in England. English Bulldog breeders culled and sold their unwanted small sized dogs and those with "tulip" ears. When lace workers from Normandy sought work in France, they took their dogs with them. Popular as ratters and companions, these smaller dogs became the favorite dog of les belles du nuit de Paris (Parisian prostitutes) and the family of Russia's Czar Nicholas II. Postcards can still be found of scantily clad French prostitutes posing with their little "Bouledogues Francais."
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Feist (See Also: Cajun squirrel Dog & Treeing Feist) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/feist.htm
The Feist dates back to the American Indians and the Early Colonial Period. They were developed by breeders who needed low-maintenance dogs to hunt small game and to eliminate vermin, and were often the result of crosses between hunting hounds and terriers. The word "feist" refers to a small, often noisy, dog. George Washington and Abraham Lincoln wrote about feist dogs.
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Field Spaniel http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/fieldspaniel.htm
A descendant of the English Cocker Spaniel, the Field Spaniel was the first spaniel developed specifically for conformation when showing dogs was coming into fashion. Breeders wanted to develop a solid black dog and cross-bred every black spaniel. The dogs became popular and the cross-breeding eventually led to numerous genetic problems. Becoming nearly extinct, the breed was revived by carefully cross-breeding with English Springer Spaniels. Today the Field Spaniel is a rare breed.
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Fila Brasileiro (Brazilian Mastiff) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/filabrasileiro.htm
The Fila Brasileiro dates back to the 1600's. Needing strong, hardy, working dogs, Brazilian colonists cross-bred Bloodhounds, Mastiffs, herding dogs, and Bulldogs to create the breed. The resulting dogs were good cattle drivers, jaguar hunters, guard dogs, and loyal companions. They were also used to pursue and hold runaway slaves. The word "fila" mean "to hold" in the ancient Portuguese language.
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Finnish Lapphund http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/finnishlapphund.htm
Ancestors of the Finnish Lapphund may have existed before 7000 BC as evidenced by old cave paintings depicting dogs of this type and skeletal remains found in archeological digs in Lapland. The Saame (Sami) people living in the northern areas of Lapland were originally a nomadic people and relied heavily on herds of reindeer for food and clothing. They followed the herds, hunting them as needed. The original Laponian dog was used to aide hunting parties. The Finnish Lapphund evolved from a hunter to a herder and some Lapphunds still show strong hunting instincts.
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Finnish Spitz http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/finnishspitz.htm
The ancestors of the Finnish Spitz were Spitz breeds that traveled from Eurasia to Finland with early Finno-Ugrian tribes. They were watchdogs or camp followers and later became hunting dogs. The breed has a loud bark which it used to lead the hunter to game, including moose, elk and bear. Until 1890 they were referred to as "haukkuva lintukoira," which means barking bird-dog. Barking tests are still held in Finland, with the winner being crowned "barking king." Today the Finnish Spitz, which is the national dog of Finland, is called "Suomenpystykorva", meaning "Finnish dog with standing ears."
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Flat-Coated Retriever http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/flatcoatedretriever.htm
Flat-coated Retrievers originated in Great Britain in the mid 1800's. A cross between imported Newfoundland Wavy-Coated Retrievers and Setters, they were bred to be hunters as well as water retrievers. Originally called the wavy coated retriever, the breed became popular as a gamekeeper's dog. Once one of the most popular variations of retriever, the Flat-coated Retriever was almost extinct by the end of World War II. To increase the breed to a safe level and broaden the gene pool, Flat Coats were interbred with Labrador Retrievers.
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Fox Terrier (See Smooth Fox Terrier, Toy Fox Terrier, and Wire Hair Fox Terrier) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/foxterrier.htm
Fox Terriers come in two types: smooth and wire. The black and tan terrier known by the ancient Romans as a fox hunting dog developed into the Wire Fox Terrier. The Smooth Fox Terrier is a hybrid of several breeds, including Greyhound, Beagle and Bull Terrier. Records exist of the Smooth Fox Terrier in its present form from the middle of the 19th century. The Wire Fox Terrier was crossed with the Smooth to create a lighter coat color. These dogs were traditionally trained to go down foxholes to catch foxes.
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Foxhound (See American Foxhound and English Foxhound) http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/foxhounds.htm
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French Bulldog http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/frenchbulldog.htm
The French Bulldog originated in England. English Bulldog breeders culled and sold their unwanted small sized dogs and those with "tulip" ears. When lace workers from Normandy sought work in France, they took their dogs with them. Popular as ratters and companions, these smaller dogs became the favorite dog of les belles du nuit de Paris (Parisian prostitutes) and the family of Russia's Czar Nicholas II. Postcards can still be found of scantily clad French prostitutes posing with their little "Bouledogues Francais."
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Galgo Spanish Greyhound http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/galgoespanol.htm
The Spanish Greyhound, or Galgo Espanol, is believed to be descended from Arabian Greyhounds which were brought to Spain in 800 AD by the Moors. As the breed developed, Spanish Greyhounds became popular with wealthy Spaniards who prized their speed. To increase speed, Spaniards began crossbreeding them with other fast dogs. Between the 1500's and the 1700's, many Spanish Greyhounds were sent to England where they were used for racing. Spanish Greyhounds are still used as hunting dogs in Spain.
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German Pinscher http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/germanpinscher.htm
German Pinschers originated in Germany and were used as guardians and vermin hunters. There are two varieties, wire-coated and smooth-coated, both of which occur in the same litters. The wire-coated were developed into Schnauzers and the smooth coated into Pinschers. The pinscher family has three separate breeds. The German Pinscher is the oldest and least known. This mid-size dog is probably the foundation breed of the smaller Miniature Pinscher and the larger Doberman Pinscher.
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German Shepherd Dog http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/germanshepherd.htm
Roots of the German Shepherd Dog can be traced back as far as the 7th century A.D in the mountain sheepdogs found in Germany. Captain Max von Stephanitz is credited with developing the modern GSD. Between the late 1800s and the early 1900s he crossbred local shepherd dogs of the long-haired, short-haired, and wire-haired varieties found in Bavaria, Thurginia, and Wurtemburg to create an all-purpose working dog. The breed name changed several time: German Shepherd, Shepherd Dog, Alsatian Wolf Dog and ultimately in 1931 German Shepherd Dog.
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German Shorthaired Pointer http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/germanshorthairedpointer.htm
German Shorthaired Pointers were developed in Germany during the 1800's by the nobility and the wealthy who were seeking a versatile dog which could be used for hunting birds and game animals. Old Spanish pointers, which date back to the 1600's, were cross-bred with numerous bird dogs and scent hounds such as Foxhounds, Italian Pointers, German Tracking Hounds, German Bird Dogs, and English Pointers. In Germany the breed is known as "Kurzhaar" (Shorthair) and in Europe as the "Deutsch Kurzhaar".
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German Spitz http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/germanspitz.htm
German Spitz are the oldest breed of dog in central Europe. Their ancestors were the ancient spitzen found in the Stone Age 6000 years ago. They descended from the Nordic herding dogs taken to Germany and Holland by the Vikings. When introduced to America, German Spitz were called an American Eskimo Dog breed due to widespread anti-German prejudice during World War I. Although they resemble the American Eskimo Dog, the German Spitz is a completely different breed.
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German Wirehaired Pointer http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/germanwirehairedpointer.htm
The German Wirehaired pointer was developed in the 1800's by hunters who wanted a dog suitable for multiple terrain settings such as mountains, forests, dales, glens, and meadows. The breed's ancestors are believed to be the Wirehaired Griffon, German Pointer, Foxhound, and Bloodhound. The breeders sought a wiry coat resistant to harsh weather and terrain that was easy to maintain. GWPs are a strong, brave breed that can point, track, hunt, kill, guard, and watch.
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Giant Schnauzer http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/giantschnauzer.htm
Giant Schnauzers are the largest of the three Schnauzer breeds which originated in Germany. They were developed by cross-breeding Standard Schnauzers, Great Danes, and Bouvier des Flandres. They have all weather coats with help protect them from cold, wet European weather. During the 17th and 18th centuries they were used as cattle and sheep drovers and later worked as guard dogs and with the military and police.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/glenimaalterrier.htm
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Galgo Spanish Greyhound http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/galgoespanol.htm
The Spanish Greyhound, or Galgo Espanol, is believed to be descended from Arabian Greyhounds which were brought to Spain in 800 AD by the Moors. As the breed developed, Spanish Greyhounds became popular with wealthy Spaniards who prized their speed. To increase speed, Spaniards began crossbreeding them with other fast dogs. Between the 1500's and the 1700's, many Spanish Greyhounds were sent to England where they were used for racing. Spanish Greyhounds are still used as hunting dogs in Spain.
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German Pinscher http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/germanpinscher.htm
German Pinschers originated in Germany and were used as guardians and vermin hunters. There are two varieties, wire-coated and smooth-coated, both of which occur in the same litters. The wire-coated were developed into Schnauzers and the smooth coated into Pinschers. The pinscher family has three separate breeds. The German Pinscher is the oldest and least known. This mid-size dog is probably the foundation breed of the smaller Miniature Pinscher and the larger Doberman Pinscher.
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German Shepherd Dog http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/germanshepherd.htm
Roots of the German Shepherd Dog can be traced back as far as the 7th century A.D in the mountain sheepdogs found in Germany. Captain Max von Stephanitz is credited with developing the modern GSD. Between the late 1800s and the early 1900s he crossbred local shepherd dogs of the long-haired, short-haired, and wire-haired varieties found in Bavaria, Thurginia, and Wurtemburg to create an all-purpose working dog. The breed name changed several time: German Shepherd, Shepherd Dog, Alsatian Wolf Dog and ultimately in 1931 German Shepherd Dog.
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German Shorthaired Pointer http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/germanshorthairedpointer.htm
German Shorthaired Pointers were developed in Germany during the 1800's by the nobility and the wealthy who were seeking a versatile dog which could be used for hunting birds and game animals. Old Spanish pointers, which date back to the 1600's, were cross-bred with numerous bird dogs and scent hounds such as Foxhounds, Italian Pointers, German Tracking Hounds, German Bird Dogs, and English Pointers. In Germany the breed is known as "Kurzhaar" (Shorthair) and in Europe as the "Deutsch Kurzhaar".
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German Spitz http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/germanspitz.htm
German Spitz are the oldest breed of dog in central Europe. Their ancestors were the ancient spitzen found in the Stone Age 6000 years ago. They descended from the Nordic herding dogs taken to Germany and Holland by the Vikings. When introduced to America, German Spitz were called an American Eskimo Dog breed due to widespread anti-German prejudice during World War I. Although they resemble the American Eskimo Dog, the German Spitz is a completely different breed.
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German Wirehaired Pointer http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/germanwirehairedpointer.htm
The German Wirehaired pointer was developed in the 1800's by hunters who wanted a dog suitable for multiple terrain settings such as mountains, forests, dales, glens, and meadows. The breed's ancestors are believed to be the Wirehaired Griffon, German Pointer, Foxhound, and Bloodhound. The breeders sought a wiry coat resistant to harsh weather and terrain that was easy to maintain. GWPs are a strong, brave breed that can point, track, hunt, kill, guard, and watch.
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Giant Schnauzer http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/giantschnauzer.htm
Giant Schnauzers are the largest of the three Schnauzer breeds which originated in Germany. They were developed by cross-breeding Standard Schnauzers, Great Danes, and Bouvier des Flandres. They have all weather coats with help protect them from cold, wet European weather. During the 17th and 18th centuries they were used as cattle and sheep drovers and later worked as guard dogs and with the military and police.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/glenimaalterrier.htm
