Dog Types

Breed Type: Pointers/Gun Dogs Best suited as: Pet, hunting, or show dog with an active owner or family. Intro Gun dogs, called bird dogs in some places, are a type of sporting dog. They include

Like the name suggests, herding dogs are breeds of dog that have been trained or developed for herding. Commonly herded animals include cattle, sheep, and reindeer, although it is not unusual for poultry to be

The breeds of the hound group are among those that have worked most closely in cooperation with humans, having helped us to hunt and survive. They are particularly devoted to their masters and, in return,

Livestock Guardian Dogs are a very specialised type of animal that has been bred to protect a flock or herd from predators. These dogs' possess a skill set that allow them to act independently and

Molosser type dogs are one of the most varied dog types of all and includes a great many diverse dog breeds under this classification. One characteristic that defines this type of dog is their innate

Pointing Dog Breeds History The pointer breeds were developed to aid hunters in locating game, such as birds and hares. Classification as a pointer refers to a gundog's ability to stop in its tracks and

Breed Type: Retrievers Best suited as: Pet, show, or hunting dog Popularity: Golden Retrievers, Labrador Retrievers, and Poodles are all on Australia's Top 10 list of most popular dog breeds Intro Retrievers are a type

Countries of Origin: Ireland, Scotland, and England, depending on breed Size: Large Height: (At the withers) 60 – 68 cm depending on breed and sex Weight: 23 – 35 kg depending on breed and sex

There are a large variety of dog breeds that are considered "Spaniels", but they have some common traits. They are used for hunting, usually birds. A well trained Spaniel will retrieve game birds without damaging

Spitz type dogs originated in the colder arctic regions and are well suited for working in extreme conditions. This breed is characterized by their double coat of fur and their generally curved and bushy tail.

Terriers are a type of dog bred specifically for their phenomenal ability to seek out rodents and other small animals. The word terrier invokes the French words for digging and burrowing, which are a testament

Toy dogs are named according to their tiny size and cuddly nature. Bred as a sheer novelty, many of these tiny dogs originated as royal lapdogs. Many of these dogs were bred for the sole

The term Water Dog applies to a wide range of dog breeds, which are some of the oldest in the world. A Water Dog is typically one that spends a portion of their time in