DOG BREED FACTSWhich Dog Breed
is Best For Me?
Toy Dog Breed Facts
 Tiny
bodies with big hearts and attitudes. The toy dog breeds are
very
popular as companion pets. People that love to sit with there
dog
nestled on their laps prefer dogs from this group. They fit well in
small apartments and travel well tucked under your arm or in a stylish
carrier. They also tend to be a bit yippy and opinionated and
always think they are much bigger than they are. When
well-cared
for, they usually enjoy a longer lifespan than the larger breeds.
Some popular dogs within this group include: Affenpinscher, Brussels Griffon,
Cavalier
King Charles Spaniel, Chihuahua,
Chinese Crested,
Japanese Chin,
Miniature Pinscher, Yorkshire
Terrier, Maltese,
Toy Poodle.
 Sporting
Dog Breed FactsSome of the most popular breeds. Usually very active, energetic, smart; they love to learn and are eager to please their owners. Happy and friendly dogs. Includes Labrador Retrievers and Golden Retrievers which consistently rank #1 and #2 respectively as most popular dogs according to the American Kennel Club. Some others in this group are Cocker Spaniel, Weimaraner, English Springer Spaniel and Irish Setter. Working
Dog Breed Facts
 Originally
bred to work for and alongside their humans. Often used as
guard
dogs for people, property and livestock. Very intelligent and
loyal. Usually possess great strength and size, though there
are
some smaller breeds within this group. Can make good family
pets
but require consistent training and socialization starting at
an
early age to harness their innate strength. Great dog breeds
within this group include: Boxer, Great Dane, Saint Bernard,
Rottweiler, Akita.
 Terrier
Dog Breed FactsThese
dog breeds were originally intended as a hunter and killer of rodents.
They are quick and agile. They tend to be bold,
outspoken
and tenacious with vibrant personalities. Although their size
varies within the breeds, they all see a Great Dane as their reflection
when they look in a mirror.
Usually friendly by nature but they can sometimes be nippy.
Jack Russel, West Highland White Terrier and Schnauzer are
some
of the dog breeds within this group.
Hound
Dog Breed Facts
 Hound
dog breeds are best known as hunting dogs. Some hunt by sight
and
some by scent but both tend to be stubborn and single minded.
Dog
breeds within this group include Afghan Hound, Basset Hound. Bloodhound
and Dachshund.
 Herding
Dog Breed FactsOriginally
bred to herd livestock, these dog breeds tend to be medium to large in
size (with some exceptions) with heavy thick coats to protect against
the elements. Some can be a bit high strung due to their
constant
thinking nature. They are energetic and are very loyal within
a
family situation. They often try to herd the children and
other
pets in their family. Examples of dog breeds within this
group
are German Shepherd, Border Collie, Shetland Sheepdog, Old English
Sheepdog, Australian Sheepdog and Corgi.
Non-Sporting
Dog Breed Facts
 Within
this group are a potpourri of dog breeds that don't fit into any of the
other categories. These include Boston Terrier, Lhasa
Apsa,
Dalmatian, Bulldog, Shar-pei.
Designer
Dog Breed Facts
This
group is not actually recognized by the AKC but they are here none-
the- less and deserve mention. In some ways they probably fit
into the category of mutt since they are a mixed breed and combine the
characteristics of their combined parentage. Some dogs within
this group are Labradoodle, Goldendoodle and Puggle.
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 The intelligence of a Poodle and the loyalty of a Lassie. The bark of a Shepherd and the heart of a Saint Bernard. The spots of a Dalmatian, the size of a Schnauzer, and the speed of a Greyhound. A genuine, All-American Mutt has it all. 
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