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Meet the breeds
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↗Labrador Retriever
Friendly, outgoing, eager to please
Lifespan 10–12 years · Origin Canada
↗Golden Retriever
Affectionate, intelligent, and dependable
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↗German Shepherd
Loyal, confident, courageous, and trainable
Lifespan 9–13 years · Origin Germany
↗Border Collie
Brilliant, energetic, focused, and responsive
Lifespan 12–15 years · Origin Great Britain.jpg?width=640)
↗Poodle
Clever, active, proud, and people-oriented
Lifespan 10–18 years · Origin France/Germany
↗French Bulldog
Playful, adaptable, affectionate, and even-tempered
Lifespan 10–12 years · Origin France
↗Beagle
Merry, curious, social, and determined
Lifespan 10–15 years · Origin England_(Dachshund_(Short)).jpg?width=640)
↗Dachshund
Clever, lively, brave, and independent
Lifespan 12–16 years · Origin Germany
↗Siberian Husky
Friendly, athletic, independent, and mischievous
Lifespan 12–14 years · Origin Russia
↗Boxer
Playful, bright, loyal, and energetic
Lifespan 10–12 years · Origin Germany
↗Rottweiler
Confident, devoted, calm, and powerful
Lifespan 9–10 years · Origin Germany
↗Great Dane
Gentle, friendly, patient, and dependable
Lifespan 7–10 years · Origin Germany
↗Chihuahua
Alert, graceful, lively, and devoted
Lifespan 14–16 years · Origin Mexico
↗Pomeranian
Bold, vivacious, curious, and affectionate
Lifespan 12–16 years · Origin Germany/Poland.jpg?width=640)
↗Shih Tzu
Affectionate, outgoing, playful, and adaptable
Lifespan 10–18 years · Origin Tibet/China_Grupp_3%2C_YORKSHIRETERRIER%2C_NO_UCH_SE_UCH_Oxzar_Amazing_Bel%E2%80%99s_Toffy_(24310212305).jpg?width=640)
↗Yorkshire Terrier
Spirited, affectionate, confident, and clever
Lifespan 11–15 years · Origin England
↗Jack Russell Terrier
Bold, clever, energetic, and tenacious
Lifespan 13–16 years · Origin England
↗Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Affectionate, smart, alert, and lively
Lifespan 12–13 years · Origin Wales
↗Australian Shepherd
Smart, energetic, good-natured, and work-driven
Lifespan 12–15 years · Origin United States
↗Greyhound
Gentle, quiet, affectionate, and independent
Lifespan 10–13 years · Origin Egypt/England
↗Doberman Pinscher
Alert, loyal, intelligent, and athletic
Lifespan 10–13 years · Origin Germany
↗Bulldog
Calm, friendly, courageous, and dignified
Lifespan 8–10 years · Origin England
↗Cocker Spaniel
Merry, gentle, affectionate, and eager
Lifespan 10–14 years · Origin United States/England
↗Shiba Inu
Independent, alert, spirited, and loyal
Lifespan 13–16 years · Origin Japan
↗Bernese Mountain Dog
Sweet, calm, affectionate, and steady
Lifespan 7–10 years · Origin Switzerland
↗Alaskan Malamute
Affectionate, dignified, strong, and playful
Lifespan 10–14 years · Origin Alaska, United States
↗Newfoundland
Sweet, patient, devoted, and courageous
Lifespan 9–10 years · Origin Canada
↗Saint Bernard
Gentle, patient, friendly, and watchful
Lifespan 8–10 years · Origin Switzerland/Italy
↗Weimaraner
Friendly, energetic, obedient, and people-focused
Lifespan 10–13 years · Origin Germany
↗Rhodesian Ridgeback
Dignified, loyal, athletic, and independent
Lifespan 10–12 years · Origin Southern Africa
↗West Highland White Terrier
Confident, cheerful, active, and friendly
Lifespan 13–16 years · Origin Scotland
↗Affenpinscher
Curious, playful, and confident
Lifespan 12–15 years · Origin Germany
↗Bichon Frise
Cheerful, gentle, and playful
Lifespan 14–15 years · Origin France/Spain
↗Boston Terrier
Friendly, bright, and amusing
Lifespan 11–13 years · Origin United States
↗Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Affectionate, graceful, and adaptable
Lifespan 12–15 years · Origin England
↗Chinese Crested
Alert, affectionate, and lively
Lifespan 13–18 years · Origin China
↗Havanese
Cheerful, social, and intelligent
Lifespan 14–16 years · Origin Cuba.jpg?width=640)
↗Italian Greyhound
Sensitive, playful, and affectionate
Lifespan 14–15 years · Origin Italy
↗Japanese Chin
Charming, quiet, and catlike
Lifespan 10–12 years · Origin Japan
↗Maltese
Gentle, playful, and affectionate
Lifespan 12–15 years · Origin Malta
↗Papillon
Alert, friendly, and athletic
Lifespan 14–16 years · Origin France
↗Pekingese
Affectionate, regal, and independent
Lifespan 12–14 years · Origin China
↗Toy Fox Terrier
Alert, playful, and loyal
Lifespan 13–15 years · Origin United States
↗Pug
Charming, even-tempered, and playful
Lifespan 13–15 years · Origin China
↗Airedale Terrier
Clever, courageous, and outgoing
Lifespan 11–14 years · Origin England
↗Great Pyrenees
Calm, patient, and devoted
Lifespan 10–12 years · Origin France/Spain
↗Bull Terrier
Playful, energetic, and mischievous
Lifespan 12–13 years · Origin England
↗Cairn Terrier
Cheerful, hardy, and inquisitive
Lifespan 13–15 years · Origin Scotland.jpg?width=640)
↗Miniature Schnauzer
Alert, obedient, and spirited
Lifespan 12–15 years · Origin Germany
↗Norfolk Terrier
Fearless, sociable, and fun
Lifespan 12–16 years · Origin England
↗Scottish Terrier
Independent, dignified, and spirited
Lifespan 12–15 years · Origin Scotland
↗American Eskimo Dog
Intelligent, alert, and playful
Lifespan 13–15 years · Origin United States
↗Chow Chow
Dignified, independent, and loyal
Lifespan 8–12 years · Origin China
↗Dalmatian
Dignified, energetic, and outgoing
Lifespan 11–13 years · Origin Croatia
↗Keeshond
Friendly, lively, and devoted
Lifespan 12–15 years · Origin Netherlands
↗Lhasa Apso
Confident, comical, and observant
Lifespan 12–15 years · Origin Tibet
↗Schipperke
Curious, alert, and energetic
Lifespan 12–14 years · Origin Belgium.JPG?width=640)
↗Standard Schnauzer
Alert, spirited, and dependable
Lifespan 13–16 years · Origin Germany
↗Akita
Dignified, courageous, and loyal
Lifespan 10–14 years · Origin Japan
↗Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Independent, protective, and steady
Lifespan 11–13 years · Origin Turkey
↗Belgian Malinois
Confident, alert, and hardworking
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↗Cane Corso
Confident, trainable, and protective
Lifespan 9–12 years · Origin Italy
↗Mastiff
Calm, dignified, and affectionate
Lifespan 6–10 years · Origin England
↗Portuguese Water Dog
Bright, spirited, and eager
Lifespan 11–13 years · Origin Portugal
↗Shetland Sheepdog
Bright, affectionate, and responsive
Lifespan 12–14 years · Origin Scotland↗Belgian Sheepdog
Alert, devoted, and hardworking
Lifespan 12–14 years · Origin Belgium
↗Bearded Collie
Bouncy, friendly, and intelligent
Lifespan 12–14 years · Origin Scotland
↗Briard
Loyal, intelligent, and protective
Lifespan 12 years · Origin France
↗Collie
Devoted, graceful, and responsive
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↗Old English Sheepdog
Adaptable, gentle, and intelligent
Lifespan 10–12 years · Origin England
↗Gordon Setter
Confident, loyal, and eager
Lifespan 12–13 years · Origin Scotland
↗Irish Setter
Outgoing, sweet, and energetic
Lifespan 12–15 years · Origin Ireland
↗English Setter
Friendly, mellow, and eager
Lifespan 12 years · Origin England
↗English Springer Spaniel
Friendly, eager, and cheerful
Lifespan 12–14 years · Origin England
↗Brittany
Bright, energetic, and versatile
Lifespan 12–14 years · Origin France
↗Clumber Spaniel
Dignified, gentle, and mellow
Lifespan 10–12 years · Origin England
↗Field Spaniel
Sweet, sensitive, and docile
Lifespan 12–13 years · Origin England
↗Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Intelligent, affectionate, and energetic
Lifespan 12–14 years · Origin Canada
↗American Foxhound
Easygoing, kind, and athletic
Lifespan 10–12 years · Origin United States
↗Bloodhound
Affectionate, patient, and determined
Lifespan 10–12 years · Origin Belgium/France
↗Borzoi
Gentle, independent, and graceful
Lifespan 9–14 years · Origin Russia
↗Dogue de Bordeaux
Loyal, affectionate, and calm
Lifespan 5–8 years · Origin France
↗Fox Terrier
Alert, bold, and lively
Lifespan 12–15 years · Origin England
↗Giant Schnauzer
Loyal, alert, and trainable
Lifespan 12–15 years · Origin Germany_Irish_Wolfhound_4.jpg?width=640)
↗Irish Wolfhound
Patient, dignified, and kind
Lifespan 6–8 years · Origin Ireland.jpg?width=640)
↗Japanese Spitz
Playful, loyal, and intelligent
Lifespan 12–14 years · Origin Japan
↗Lagotto Romagnolo
Affectionate, keen, and trainable
Lifespan 15–17 years · Origin Italy
↗Manchester Terrier
Keen, athletic, and devoted
Lifespan 15–17 years · Origin England
↗Miniature Pinscher
Fearless, proud, and energetic
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↗Norwegian Elkhound
Bold, friendly, and dependable
Lifespan 12–15 years · Origin Norway
↗Parson Russell Terrier
Bold, clever, and energetic
Lifespan 13–15 years · Origin England
↗Saluki
Gentle, dignified, and independent
Lifespan 10–17 years · Origin Middle East
↗Samoyed
Friendly, adaptable, and lively
Lifespan 12–14 years · Origin Siberia
↗Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Happy, friendly, and devoted
Lifespan 12–14 years · Origin Ireland.jpg?width=640)
↗Spanish Water Dog
Affectionate, athletic, and attentive
Lifespan 12–14 years · Origin Spain.jpg?width=640)
↗Tibetan Terrier
Affectionate, sensitive, and playful
Lifespan 15–16 years · Origin Tibet
↗Vizsla
Affectionate, energetic, and gentle
Lifespan 12–14 years · Origin Hungary
↗Whippet
Gentle, playful, and calm
Lifespan 12–15 years · Origin England
↗Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Friendly, trainable, and eager
Lifespan 12–14 years · Origin France/Netherlands.jpg?width=640)
↗Xoloitzcuintli
Calm, loyal, and attentive
Lifespan 13–18 years · Origin Mexico