Breeds of Dog

Japanese Spitz – Dog Breed Information and Pictures

This is a Japanese toy breed of recent origin, generally used as a lap dog and companion. It was developed in the 1930s by breeders looking for an “improved” Spitz that resembled the ancient toy dogs that had been kept...

Sloughi – Dog Breed Information and Pictures

The Sloughi dog breed, also known as the Arabian Greyhound and the Sloughi Moghrebi, originates from the North African country of Morocco. While they were eventually raised and bred in Morocco, the true ancestry of this...

The Dalmatian – Dog Breed Information and Pictures

The Dalmatian is an ancient breed and its origins are much disputed and range from Croatia and Egypt to Italy. They have been used in many different roles through out history including war dogs, circus dogs, guard dogs...

Hortaya Borzaya – Dog Breed Information and Pictures

This is an extremely rare Asian sight hound breed, originating from the steppes of Russia. It was developed from hunting dogs kept by various native tribes, in countries as far removed as Afghanistan and western...

Eurohound – Dog Breed Information and Pictures

This dog, also called the Scandinavian Hound, is a hybrid species from Scandinavia. Eurohounds are created by crossing Alaskan Huskies with Pointers. They were developed specifically for competitive sled-dog racing in...

Jamthund – Dog Breed Information and Pictures

Also called the Swedish Elkhound, this is a Spitz type breed native to Jamtland, Sweden. A wolf-like breed of great antiquity, it was once known as the Bear Dog. Originally bred to hunt elk and pull sledges, it was also...

Airedale Terrier – Dog Breed Information and Pictures

The Airedale Terrier is a breed that originated in Yorkshire, England. It was originally referred to as the King of the Terriers. Before the creation of the Black Russian Terrier breed, the Airedale Terrier was the...

Blackmouth Cur – Dog Breed Information and Pictures

The Blackmouth Cur originated in the United States. It started out in the southern regions, though it has recently become popular in other parts of the United States. Other common names of this breed are: Southern Cur...

Alangu Mastiff – Dog Breed Information and Pictures

The Alangu Mastiff originated in India. Specific locations include the Tiruchi and Thanjavur districts. This is considered a rare breed of dog. Other common names of this breed are Alangu, Indian Alangu Mastiff, Indian...