Dog Breeds

Breed Type: MolosserCountry of Origin: CanadaPopular Names: Landseer European Continental Type (ECT)Size: GiantHeight: (At the withers) Males 72 - 80 cm, Females 67 - 72 cmWeight: Males 65 - 80 kg, Females 50 - 70 kg Best suited as: Pet or show dog with an active owner or familyLifespan: 10 years Intro Some consider Landseers

Male Height (typical): 73.5-80 cm. (29-31.5 inches)Female Height (typical): 64.5-75 cm. (25.9-29.5 inches)Size: LargeMale Weight (typical): 60 kg. (132 pounds)Female Weight (typical): 47.5 kg. (105 pounds)Country of Origin: GermanyExercise Required: Daily long walks.Expected Life Span: 8-9 YearsBest suited as: Working Dog, Family PetOther names: Leo Description - The Leonberger is a larger dog that originated

Breed Category: Non-SportingCountry of Origin: TibetAverage Size: 25-30 cm (at the withers)Average Weight: 4-8 kgAverage Life Span: 14-16 yearsGrooming Requirements: HighExercise Requirements: Low   History The Lhasa Apso originated in the Asian region of Tibet thousands of years ago, so it is one of world's oldest domesticated breeds. Though its appearance may not suggest it

This breed has a mind of its own but is calm and noble, independent, dominant, vigilant, brave, demanding of itself, and full of character.

Country of Origin: Germany Popular Names: Little Lion Dog, Petit Chien Lion Size: Small Height: (At the withers) Males 30 - 35.6 cm, Females 28 - 33 cm Weight: Males 5.4 - 8.1 kg, Females 4.5 - 6.8 kg Best suited as: Companion dog Lifespan: 12-14 years Intro Löwchen is pronounced Low (rhymes with how)-chen

The Norwegian Lundehund is one of the world's oldest spitz breeds and was used to hunt puffins. They have several breed-specific characteristics not seen in other dogs.

Male Height (typical): 55-71 cm. (22-28 inches) Female Height (typical): 55-71 cm. (22-28 inches) Size: Medium - Large Male Weight (typical): 27-32 kg. (60-70 pounds) Female Weight (typical): 27-32 kg. (60-70 pounds) Country of Origin: England Exercise Required: Moderate - High Expected Life Span: 12-14 Years Best suited as: Hunting, Companion Other names: Norfolk Lurcher

Breed Category: WorkingCountry of Origin: BelgiumAverage Size: 55-65 cm (at the withers)Average Weight: 25-35 kgAverage Life Span: 12-14 yearsGrooming Requirements: MediumExercise Requirements: High History The Belgian Shepherd is a large breed of dog originating in Belgium. There are four types of Belgian Shepherds, one of which is the Malinois. The Malinois was the first to

Breed Type: ToyCountry of Origin: MaltaPopular Names: Cokie, Maltese, Maltese Lion Dog                                                 Size: SmallHeight: (At the withers) Males 20 - 25 cm, Females 20 - 23 cmWeight: Males 1.3 - 3.1 kg, Females 1- 3.1 kg Best suited as: Pet or show dog with a committed owner or family Lifespan: 12-15 yearsPopularity: A 2004 Australian

Breed Type: Terrier Country of Origin: England Popular Names: English Gentleman's Terrier, Gentleman's Terrier Size: Small Height: (At the withers) 39 - 40 cm Weight: Males 8 kg, Females 7.7 kg Best suited as: Pet or show dog with an active owner or family Lifespan: 15 - 16 years Intro This elegant terrier looks like

Breed Category: WorkingCountry of Origin: ItalyAverage Size: 60-70 cm (at the withers)Average Weight: 35-45 kgAverage Life Span: 12-14 yearsGrooming Requirements: MediumExercise Requirements: High History The full name of the Maremma Sheepdog is the Cane de Pastore Maremman-Abruzzese and this breed is beloved for its ability to be both a guardian of livestock and a companion

Although ‘Mastiff' is a term used to describe a number of large dog breeds, the name most often refers to English Mastiffs, which are very big dogs, being within the range of 70-85cms tall at the shoulder and 60-100kgs in weight. The ancestors of the English Mastiff can be traced as far back as Roman

Breed Category: Working Country of Origin: United States Average Size: 40-65 cm (at the withers) Average Weight: 20-30 kg Average Life Span: 11-13 years Grooming Requirements: Medium Exercise Requirements: High History The McNab Collie is a relatively new breed, developed in California in the mid 1800s. A Scottish rancher named Alexander McNab moved to the

Breed Category: Non-Sporting Country of Origin: Mexico Average Size: 25-60 cm (at the withers) Average Weight: 5-20 kg Average Life Span: 15-18 years Grooming Requirements: Low Exercise Requirements: Low History The Mexican Hairless Dog is a unique breed native to Mexico. The breed is estimated to be approximately 3,000 years old, though it has only

Breed Category: ToyCountry of Origin: United StatesAverage Size: 17-22 cm (at the withers)Average Weight: 2-5 kgAverage Life Span: 14-16 yearsGrooming Requirements: LowExercise Requirements: Low History The Mi-Ki is a small toy breed that has only been in existence since the 1980s. Its history is debatable, as some believe it originated in Asia whereas most people

Breed Category: ToyCountry of Origin: GermanyAverage Size: 24-30 cm (at the withers)Average Weight: 3-6 kgAverage Life Span: 14-16 yearsGrooming Requirements: LowExercise Requirements: Low History The Miniature Pinscher is a dog with German roots and is a cross between the Dachshund, Greyhound and Pinscher. The breed is thought to have first made an appearance many centuries

Breed Category: UtilityCountry of Origin: GermanyAverage Size: 30-35 cm (at the withers)Average Weight: 5-9 kgAverage Life Span: 12-15 yearsGrooming Requirements: HighExercise Requirements: Medium History The Miniature Schnauzer is the smallest and most popular of three Schnauzer breeds that include the Standard and Giant Schnauzers. It first appeared in Germany in the mid-to-late 1800s, when the

Breed Category: HerdingCountry of Origin: HungaryAverage Size: 35-45 cm (at the withers)Average Weight: 8-14 kgAverage Life Span: 12-14 yearsGrooming Requirements: LowExercise Requirements: High History The Mudi is a multipurpose breed of dog that excels in herding livestock, hunting small animals and guarding property. This skillful breed hails from Hungary and is very similar to the

Breed Type: Gun Dog Country of Origin: Germany Size: Large Males: Height: 60-65 cm Weight: 28-32kg Females: Height: 58-63 cm Weight: 24-28 kg Exercise Requirements: High Care Requirements: Low Lifespan: 12-13 Years Best Suited as: Family Pet, Hunting Dog The Large Munsterlander is named after the German region of his origin, Muster. While it is

Breed Category: UtilityCountry of Origin: ItalyAverage Size: 65-75 cm (at the withers)Average Weight: 55-65 kgAverage Life Span: 8-10 yearsGrooming Requirements: LowExercise Requirements: Medium History The Neapolitan Mastiff is an ancient Molossus breed with European roots that suggest it descended from Asian and Roman Molossus dogs used in battle. It was developed in Italy as many

They are very similar in appearance to other mastiffs, with a large head, strong neck, wide chest, and solid muscles. They are large boned and have a broad head, a wide snout that is half the length of the skull, and large natural ears that hang down. They have long legs and oval-shaped feet.

Breed Type:  Native Dog Country of Origin: New Guinea Size:   Medium Also Known As:  NGSDs, Singers Males: Height: 41-46 cm Weight: 11-14 kg Females: Height: 36-41 cm Weight: 8-11 kg Exercise Requirements: High Care Requirements: Low to Moderate Lifespan: 16-20 years Best Suited as:  Hunters, Unconventional Housedog Overview: New Guinea Singing Dogs are medium-sized

Breed Type: MolossersCountry of Origin: Canada (province of Newfoundland)Popular Names: Newfie, Greater St. John's Dog, Newf, the Gentle GiantSize: Extra LargeHeight: (At the withers) Males 69 – 74 cm, Females 63 - 69 cmWeight: Males 59 - 68 kg, Females 45 - 54 kg Best suited as: Pet, show, or working dog Lifespan: 8 -

Breed Type: SpitzCountry of Origin: Sweden and FinlandPopular Names: Nordic Spitz, Norrbottenspet, Norrbottenspets, PohjanpystykorvaSize: Small-MediumHeight: (At the withers) Males under 45 cm, Females under 42 cmWeight: Males 11 - 15 kg, Females 8 - 12 kg Best suited as:  Companion or working dog to active familyLifespan: 12-15 years Intro Another of the ancient dog breeds,

Breed Type: SpitzCountry of Origin: NorwayPopular Names: Norwegian Sheepdog, Buhund, Norsk Buhund, Nordiske Sitz-hundeSize: MediumHeight: (At the withers) Males 42.5 – 47 cm, Females 40 – 43.75 cmWeight: Males 14 – 18 kg, Females 12 - 16 kg Best suited as: Companion of an active owner or family. May be used as a police dog

Breed Type: SpitzCountry of Origin: NorwayPopular Names: Grey Norwegian Elkhound, Small Grey Elk Dog, Norwegian Moose Dog, Harmaa norjanhirvikoira, Norsk Elghund, Grå Norsk Elghund, ElkhoundSize: MediumHeight: (At the withers) Males 48 - 53 cm, Females 46 - 51 cmWeight: Males 23 - 27 kg, Females 18 - 25 kg Best suited as: Pet or watch

Breed Category: Non-SportingCountry of Origin: NorwayAverage Size: 32-38 cm (at the withers)Average Weight: 6-9 kgAverage Life Span: 11-13 yearsGrooming Requirements: LowExercise Requirements: Medium HistoryThe Norwegian Lundehund is a small dog bred to hunt puffins in the arctic region on northern Norway. It is a Spitz dog with over 400 years of history. Its name is

Breed Type: TerrierCountry of Origin: EnglandPopular Names: Norwich Terrier: Cantab Terrier, the Norwich, Jones Terrier, Trumpington Terrier, Prick-Eared Norwich Terrier Norfolk Terrier: the Norfolk, Drop-Eared Norwich TerrierSize: Toy/SmallHeight: (At the withers) 24 – 25.5 cm Weight: 5 – 5.4 kg Best suited as: Pet or show dog with an active owner or family. May be

Male Height (typical): 43-53 cm. (17-21 inches)Female Height (typical): 43-53 cm. (17-21 inches)Size: Small - Small - MediumMale Weight (typical): 17-23 kg. (37-51 pounds)Female Weight (typical): 17-23 kg. (37-51 pounds)Country of Origin: Nova Scotia, CanadaExercise Required: Daily brisk walks.Expected Life Span: 12 - 14 YearsBest suited as: Hunting Dog, Family PetOther names: Toller, Yarmouth Toller,

Breed Type: Herding Country of Origin: England Size:  Large Also known as: OES, Bobtail Males: Height: 55-61 cm Weight: 29-45 kg Females: Height: 51-56 cm Weight: 27-40 kg Exercise Requirements: Medium Care Requirements: High Lifespan: 10-13 Years Best Suited as: Family Pet Lots of dog owners claim that their dog’s breed is the best but

Breed Category: Hound Country of Origin: England Average Size: 62-68 cm (at the withers) Average Weight: 35-45 kg Average Life Span: 10-12 years Grooming Requirements: Low Exercise Requirements: High History The Otterhound is a type of dog bred for its ability to seek out animals with its unbelievably strong nose. The history of this breed

Breed Type: Toy, SpitzCountry of Origin: Unknown – most likely France or BelgiumPopular Names: Butterfly Spaniel, Butterfly Dog, Phalène, Continental Toy Spaniel, Epagneul Nain, Squirrel Dog, Dwarf Spaniel, Pap, Epagneul Nain Continental, Chien EcureuilSize: SmallHeight: (At the withers) 20 – 27.5 cm Weight: 3.2 – 4.5 kgBest suited as: CompanionLifespan: 12-16 years Intro These small

Breed Type: TerrierCountry of Origin: EnglandPopular Names: Parson Terrier, Parson, Sporting ParsonSize: SmallHeight: (At the withers) Males 35 cm, Females 32.5 cmWeight: 6 – 7.7 kg Best suited as: Pet or show dog with an active owner or family. May be used to kill vermin                                                                                                                  Lifespan: 13 - 15 years Intro The Parson Russell Terrier

Male Height (typical): 25-30 cm. (10-12 inches)Female Height (typical): 25-30 cm. (10-12 inches) Size: SmallMale Weight (typical): 5-6 kg. (10-13 pounds) Female Weight (typical): 5-6 kg. (10-13 pounds) Country of Origin: EnglandExercise Required: Daily long walks.Expected Life Span: 11 - 13 Years Best suited as: Working Dog, Family PetOther names: Black Fell Terrier Description -

Pekingese Breed Category: ToyCountry of Origin: ChinaAverage Size: 16-21 cm (at the withers)Average Weight: 3-6 kgAverage Life Span: 12-14 yearsGrooming Requirements: HighExercise Requirements: Low History The Pekingese is a small dog with a thick fur coat resembling that of a lion. It is thought to be one of the world's oldest dog breeds, with a

The SWD is an athletic, muscular dog that is longer than it is tall. The head is flat on top, and strong, and in balance with the body. The dog has a very distinctive curly single-layer woolen coat to protect it from extreme temperatures, humidity, and drought in its Spanish homeland.

Male Height (typical): 58-66 cm. (23-26 inches)Female Height (typical): 56-63 cm. (22-25 inches)Size: MediumMale Weight (typical): 45 kg. (100 pounds)Female Weight (typical): 39 kg. (85 pounds)Country of Origin: SpainExercise Required: Daily long walks.Expected Life Span: 8 - 12 YearsBest suited as: Working Dog, Guard DogOther names: This is a historical article - the Perro de

Breed Type: HoundCountry of Origin: Malta or EgyptPopular Names: Kelb tal-Fenek (means “rabbit hound”) Size: Medium - LargeHeight: (At the withers) Males 59 - 63 cm, Females 53 - 61 cmWeight: Males 23 - 25 kg, Females 20 - 23 kg Best suited as: Companion to an active family                                                            Lifespan: 12-15 years Intro One of

Picardy Shepherd DogBreed Type: WorkingCountry of Origin: FrancePopular Names: Berger Picard, Berger de PicardieSize: MediumHeight: (At the withers) Males 59 - 64 cm, Females 54 - 59 cmWeight: 23 – 32 kg Best suited as: a working dog or companion to an active familyLifespan: 13 - 14 years Intro This rare shepherd is known for

Breed Type: HerdingCountry of Origin: PolandPopular Names: Polish Sheepdog, Valee Sheepdog, Polski Owczarek Nizinny, Nizzy, PON, Lowlands Herder, Berge Polonais de Vallee Size: MediumHeight: (At the withers) Males 45 - 50 cm, Females 42 – 47 cm Weight: Males 14 - 16 kg, Females 14 - 16 kg Best suited as: Companion or working dogLifespan:

Breed Category: ToyCountry of Origin: GermanyAverage Size: 16-27 cm (at the withers)Average Weight: 1.5-3.5 kgAverage Life Span: 13-15 yearsGrooming Requirements: MediumExercise Requirements: Low History The Pomeranian is a dog in the toy group that originated in the Pomerania region of Europe presently known as Germany.  This type of dog is a small Spitz, descending from

Breed Type:  Non-Sporting Country of Origin: Europe – exact country unknown Size: Medium Also known as:  Caniche, Barbone Males: Height: 38-45 cm Weight: 20-32 kg Females: Height: 35-40 cm Weight: 20-27 kg Exercise Requirements: Medium Care Requirements: High Lifespan: 12-15 Years Best Suited as:  Companion, Family Dog The Standard Poodle is an intelligent dog with

Male Height (typical): 46-56 cm. (16-22 inches)Female Height (typical): 46-56 cm. (16-22 inches) Size: Small - Small to MediumMale Weight (typical): 12-18 kg. (26-40 pounds) Female Weight (typical): 12-18 kg. (26-40 pounds)Country of Origin: PortugalExercise Required: Daily long walks and occasional runs.Expected Life Span: 12 - 14 Years Best suited as: Working Dog, Family PetOther

Breed Type: Working Country of Origin: PortugalPopular Names: Portie, Water Dog, PWD, Cão de ÁguaSize: MediumHeight: (At the withers) Males 50 - 55 cm, Females 42.5 – 40 cmWeight: Males 18 - 25 kg, Females 16 – 22.7 kg Best suited as: Working dog and companion                                                    Lifespan: 10-15 years Intro This fairly rare breed was

Breed Type: Toy/CompanionCountry of Origin: ChinaPopular Names: Mini Mastiff, the Carlin, the Puggy, the Dutch Mastiff, the MopsSize: Toy/SmallHeight: (At the withers) Males 30 - 35 cm, Females 25 – 30 cmWeight: 6.3 – 8.2 kg Best suited as: Companion or show dog                                                            Lifespan: 12-14 years Intro One of the largest of breeds in the Toy

Country of Origin: Central Asia, Siberia Size: Large Weight: 36-54kg (80-120 lbs.) Height: 70-80cm (25-31 in.) at the withers Grooming Requirements: High Maintenance Exercise Requirements: Moderate Popularity in Australia: Moderately popular for ranchers Dog Type: Working Most suited As: Herding, guarding livestock, and companion animals Also known As: Chien des Pyrenees, Montanes del Pirineo, Pyrenees

Breed Category: WorkingCountry of Origin: FranceAverage Size: 40-50 cm (at the withers)Average Weight: 8-15 kgAverage Life Span: 12-14 yearsGrooming Requirements: LowExercise Requirements: High History The Pyrenean Shepherd stems from southern France's Pyrenees Mountains and has been bred for hundreds of years for their strong work ethic and ability to herd livestock. This breed began by

Breed Type: Terrier Country of Origin: United States Popular Names: American Rat Terrier, Decker Giant, Ratting Terrier, RT Size: Small Height: (At the withers) Males 36 - 46 cm, Females 25 - 38 cm (standard size) Weight: Males 7 - 11 kg, Females 3.6 – 7.3 kg (standard weight) Best suited as: Companion, Herding Dog,

Male Height (typical): 56-69 cm. (22-27 inches)Female Height (typical): 53-66 cm. (21-26 inches) Size: Medium - LargeMale Weight (typical): 22-32 kg. (50-70 pounds) Female Weight (typical): 22-32 kg. (50-70 pounds)Country of Origin: United StatesExercise Required: Daily long walks.Expected Life Span: 10 - 13 Years Best suited as: Hunting Dog, Family PetOther names: Reds Description -

Breed Type: HoundCountry of Origin: Rhodesia (now called Zimbabwe)Popular Names: African Lion Hound, African Lion Dog, African Bull-Dog, Rhodesian Lion Dog, the RidgebackSize: LargeHeight: (At the withers) Males 63 - 69 cm, Females 61 - 66 cmWeight: Males 36.5 kg, Females 32 kg Best suited as: Companion, guard dog, watch dog, or hunting dog                                Lifespan: 9