The Pharaoh Hound
The Pharaoh Hound is thought to be one of the oldest breeds of domesticated dog. His appearance has not changed much since ancient times, as most breeders want to retain their natural beauty. This sighthound also has a great sense…
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The Anatolian Shepherd Dog
The Anatolian Shepherd Dog is a breed that is still used today for his original purpose – guarding livestock, both is his homeland of Turkey as well as around the world. This huge dog is a deterrent to predators… and…
The Chinese Crested
The Chinese Crested comes in two rather distinctive varieties – the hairless (naked except for a mane around the head, as well as on the legs and tail) and the powderpuff (long silky hair all over the body). Bred since…
The Komondor
The Komondor is known for his distinctive long, corded coat and his unsurpassed livestock guardian abilities. This is not a herding dog, but instead a dog that specialized in watching over flocks in his native Hungary. To do this job…
The Dachshund
Dachshunds may have a comical appearance, but the breed’s unique look is what made them excellent at their job – hunting badgers and other small game from inside the animal’s burrow! The breed’s short legs allowed them to squish into…
The Norwegian Elkhound
The Norwegian Elkhound is the best known of the various Scandinavian spitz breeds and has been called “the dog of the vikings”. He was bred to hunt moose (not elk – despite his name), as well as to serve as…
The Lakeland Terrier
The Lakeland Terrier is a hardy little breed with a disposition as wiry as his coat. Athletic and agile, the Lakie (as he is affectionately called) was bred to withstand hard work on the farm, including hunting and killing foxes…
The Sloughi
The Sloughi is (so far) the newest sighthound breed to join the AKC, but this is actually a very old breed with a rich history. These speedy African hounds have an aloof attitude and a generally cat-like temperament. The standard…
The American Water Spaniel
The American Water Spaniel is the state dog of Wisconsin, yet is rarely seen in most of the United States (or indeed, the world). Despite his lack of popularity, this small-medium sized hunting spaniel makes a great companion and gun…
The Welsh Springer Spaniel
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a breed apart from his more-often recognized English cousin. Welsh Springers can be distinguished from English Springers by their red and white coloration and their shorter height. The breed is also less outgoing (though still…