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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,
Cavalier
King Charles Spaniel, Chihuahua, Yorkshire
Terrier, Maltese, Toy Poodle.
Sporting Dog Breed
Facts
 Some 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
Facts
 These 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
Facts
Originally
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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