We begin this article with the basic facts about the breed, then follow up with an in-depth look at their personality.
Group: Working
Weight: male: 65-80, female: 50-65 lbs
Height: male: 22.5-25, female: 21-23.5 inches
Overview
The Boxer is originally from Germany where they have been bred from the Bullenbeiser which is now extinct. These dogs were previously used to take down...
We begin this article with the basic facts about the breed, then follow up with an in-depth look at their personality.
Group: Herding
Weight: 69-90 lbs
Height: male: 24-28, female: 24-27 inches
Overview
Not everyone agrees on the origin of this Franco-Belgian breed. This breed may have been created by crossing the Griffon and the Beauceron. At first the Bouvier des Flandres dog was a...
We begin this article with the basic facts about the breed, then follow up with an in-depth look at their personality.
Breed group: Hounds
Weight: male: 75-105, female: 60-85 lbs
Height: male: 28, female: 26 inches
Overview
It is believed that the first Borzoi was brought to Russia from Arabia in the 1600s. The Borzoi is a stylish sight hound that was adopted by the aristocracy, and...
We begin this article with the basic facts about the breed, then follow up with an in-depth look at their personality.
Breed group: Herding
Weight: 30-45 lbs
Height: male: 20-23, female: 18-21 inches
Overview
The Border Collie is originally from Northumberland where they have first been bred during the 19th century. Border Collies are exceptional herders and this tough and tireless...
We begin this article with the basic facts about the breed, then follow up with an in-depth look at their personality.
Group: Non-Sporting
Weight: 10-25 lbs
Height: 15-17 inches
Overview
The Boston Terrier was first bred in Boston, Massachusetts, and this is where they got their name from. At first they weighed about 44 pounds, and these dogs were down from the bull and the terrier...
We begin this article with the basic facts about the breed, then follow up with an in-depth look at their personality.
Breed group: Terrier
Weight: male: 13-15.5, female: 11.5-14 lbs
Height: 10-11 inches
Overview
The Border Terrier is originally from the Cheviot Hills are that is on the border of England and Scotland. These dogs were bred to be farm dogs, and their main purpose was...
We begin this article with the basic facts about the breed, then follow up with an in-depth look at their personality.
Group: Toy
Weight: 7-9lbs
Height: 9-11.5 inches
History
The Affenpinscher was originally from Germany in the 16th century. People refer to them as "monkey dogs" because of their physical appearance and expression. The breed has a strong character, and a very...
We begin this article with the basic facts about the breed, then follow up with an in-depth look at their personality.
Breed group:
Weight: Male: 55-95, Female: 40-80 lbs
Height: Male: 22-28, Female: 18-26 inches
Overview
The Black Mouth Cur was first bred in the Southern part of the United States. These dogs were intended to be very versatile working dogs. This breed has...
We begin this article with the basic facts about the breed, then follow up with an in-depth look at their personality.
Breed group: Hounds
Weight: 45-80 lbs
Height: 20-27 inches
Overview
Although these dogs are originally from Louisiana, their descent can be traced back to the Bleu Gascogne French hounds. These dogs are natural hunters, and they excel in tracking and treeing...
We begin this article with the basic facts about the breed, then follow up with an in-depth look at their personality.
Breed group: Working
Weight: Male: 110-160, Female: 80-120 lbs
Height: Male: 26-30, Female: 25.5-28 inches
Overview
The former Russian Army is responsible for first breeding the Black Russian Terrier Red Star kennel that was controlled by the army. Some of the dogs...
