Dog Breeds

There are so many different dog breeds – which one do you choose? Do you go with perennial favorites such as the Labrador Retriever, Beagle, Boxer or Poodle? Or do you want to stand out at the dog park with an exotic breed such as the Xoloitzcuintli, Schipperke, Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff. Perhaps a lap dog is more your style – then you’d better check out the Shih Tzu, Affenpinscher, Maltese and Pug. If you like to keep moving, then you’ll need a dog that keeps up with your fast lifestyle – the Husky, Australian Cattle Dog, Collie and English Springer Spaniel are just a few examples of dog breeds that can’t get enough exercise!

PetGuide.com has researched hundreds of dog breeds, breaking down the pros and cons of each breed so you have all the information you need to make the right decision. How much does the dog shed, is it good with children, can it live comfortably in an apartment? Find out more and discover the perfect dog breed for your lifestyle.

Box-a-Pug

The attention-loving Box-a-Pug brings together the cheerful personality of the Pug and the playful nature of the Boxer for a wonderful family dog.

Plott

The Plott is a brave and courageous hunter as well as a loyal family companion. He is a high-energy dog and needs an active family to keep him happy.

Pitbull

Many people believe that the Pitbull is a wonderful family companion while others believe that this hybrid needs to be banned from their communities.

Groenendael

With his solid black coat, athletic build, and bright temperament, the Groenendael (Belgian Sheepdog) sets himself apart from other breeds.

Jack Russell Terrier

He may be small, but what the Jack Russell Terrier lacks in size, he more than makes up for in energy. Great for agility sports.

Flat-Coated Retriever

A wonderful family companion, the Flat-Coated Retriever (known as Flatties) is cheerful, optimistic and good-humored - a true Retriever in every sense.

Mastador

A mix of Labrador Retriever and Bullmastiff, the Mastador is a great family dog with a tremendously friendly yet protective nature.

German Sheprador

The German Sheprador is a mix of Labrador Retriever and German Shepherd. This dog's even-tempered personality makes him a great fit with families.

Clumber Lab

The Clumber Lab is a hybrid of Labrador Retriever and Clumber Spaniel. This dog loves to be active, is highly obedient, and keen-to-please.

Norwegian Lundehund

The Norwegian Lundehund is an interesting breed. One of the coolest things about this dog is that it has six toes - not dew claws - on each foot.

Golden Cavalier

The affectionate Golden Cavalier brings together the friendly nature of the Golden Retriever with the loving traits of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.

Cavanese

The Cavanese is a cross between a purebred Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Havanese. These dogs are sweet, affectionate, and smart.

Rat Terrier

A small dog with a big heart and large amount of energy, the Rat Terrier is a loyal, active and playful breed that fits into a variety of households.

Golden Irish

The Golden Irish is a cross between a purebred Irish Setter and Golden Retriever. This is a wonderful family dog, and is extremely loyal.

Highland Maltie

The Highland Maltie combines the fun-loving personality of the Maltese with the bold little West Highland White Terrier for a wonderful dog.

Malti Pin

The Malti Pin was developed by crossing the affectionate Maltese and the feisty Miniature Pinscher. This toy dog is ideal pet for seniors and singles.

Hamiltonstövare

Developed as a hunting hound in Sweden, the Hamiltonstvare remains a popular scenthound in its homeland, though it's gaining popularity in the U.S.

Bardino Majorero

The Bardino Majorero was traditionally used as a cattle dog and livestock guardian. This means he can sometimes be aloof or even aggressive around strangers

Dorgi

The Dorgi is a cross between a purebred Corgi and Dachshund. This crossbreed is intelligent, and it is usually easy to train.

Boglen Terrier

The Boglen Terrier is a cross between a purebred Beagle and Boston Terrier. They are intelligent, gentle, and tolerant dogs that are loyal and faithful.

Papshund

Papshund is a rare designer dog breed, created by crossing two dogs known for their unusual looks and good temperaments- the Dachshund and the Papillon.

English Pointer

The Pointer, also known as the English Pointer, is a friendly, loving and intelligent dog with a strong build and high energy levels that loves to hunt.

Samoyed

The Samoyed has all the qualities you'd expect in this type of dog. It is alert, strong, happy, trusting, loyal, hardworking, gentle, and playful.

Russian Harlequin Hound

The Russian Harlequin Hound has excellent hunting skills and also makes a pleasant family pet. This scenthound as a friendly and good-natured breed.

English Boodle

The English Boodle brings together the gentle English Bulldog with the playful Poodle. This sweet-natured dog loves to be part of all family activities.

Schipper-Poo

The mischievous little Schipper-Poo is a playful combination of the loving, intelligent Poodle and the loyal, energetic Schipperke.

Broholmer

Also known as a Danish Mastiff, the Broholmer is a large dog from Denmark. Despite its size and powerful build, this breed is a calm and good-tempered dog.

Papitese

The Papitese combines the friendly Papillon with the bold little Maltese. He is known to train fairly easily because of his keen-to-please personality.

Snorkie

The Snorkie (Miniature Schnauzer and Yorkshire Terrier) is an intelligent little dog that thrives on human interaction and is a devoted family pet.

German Spitz Klein

Known as both the Miniature Spitz and the German Spitz Klein, this breed is bright and friendly by nature. It is a friendly and active little breed.

Pomeagle

One of the many popular designer dog breeds, the Pomeagle is a cross between two well-known and loved breeds, the feisty Pomeranian and the loyal Beagle.

Grande Bleu De Gascogne

The Grande Bleu de Gascogne is a strong and dependable hunting breed. This breed is a pack hound that generally responds well to training.

Scorkie

As a hybrid breed, the cute and scruffy Scorkie comes from two purebred parents- the Yorkshire Terrier and the Scottish Terrier.

Bedlington Terrier

If you saw this dog, you may do a double take. Was that a lamb or a dog? The Bedlington Terrier is most certainly a dog, even if it's unusual looking.

Belgian Shepadoodle

The Belgian Shepadoodle brings the intelligence of a Poodle together with the protective nature of the Belgian Shepherd - loving, loyal and smart.

Springador

The Springador is a cross between a purebred English Springer Spaniel and Labrador Retriever. They are active, loyal, and loving dogs.

Estrela Mountain Dog

The Estrela Mountain Dog (also known as Cao da Serra de Estrela) is originally from Portugal, and has been used to guard homesteads and herds for centuries.

Kuvasz

The Kuvasz is truly a family dog as he will dedicate himself to loving and protecting his family for life. As loyal and better friend would be hard to find.

French Bulldog

This stocky and adorable little fellow always looks like it's in a good mood. A wonderful friend, the French Bulldog has a sweet and funny personality.

Fo Tzu

Fo Tzu is a recent designer dog breed and it is developed by crossing a Toy Fox Terrier to a Shih Tzu. Read to find out moe about these playful dogs!

Doxie Cairn

If you like little dogs with a lot of spunk, you'll love the Doxie Cairn! This designer dog was developed by crossing a Dachshund with the Cairn Terrier.

Peruvian Inca Orchid

The Peruvian Inca Orchid, or Peruvian Hairless Dog, is one of the weirdest looking dog breeds in the world. It is also the country's national dog.

American English Coonhound

A true Southern U.S. dog, the American English Coonhound loves to hunt. Loud-voiced and hard-working, this dog is one of six official Coonhound breeds.

Pugalier

The friendly Pugalier brings together the bold little Pug and the gentle Cavalier King Charles Spaniel for a affectionate, playful companion dog.

Toy Rat Doxie

If you want a small dog with a big personality, you'll love the feisty Toy Rat Doxie. This designer dog is a mix between a Daschund and a Rat Terrier.

Dorkie

As a designer dog, the Dorkie has two purebred parents: Dachshund and Yorkshire Terrier. Read on to find out what this unusual mix behaves and looks like!

Smålandsstövare

Also known as the Smaland Hound, the Smlandsstvare is a Swedish scenthound and hunting dog, and the smallest of the Swedish hounds.

Miniature Bull Terrier

The Miniature Bull Terrier is an exact version of the traditional Bull Terrier, except it is downsized. A fun-loving clown is as playful as he is tough.

Deutsche Bracke

The Deutsche Bracke is a scenthound that is known for its exceptional obedience. It's an ancient hound-type dog known for its narrow head and long ears.

Pomerat

Also known as the Pomerat Terrier, this hybrid dog was developed by crossing the feisty Pomeranian and the playful Rat Terrier.

Stichelhaar

With his brown coloring, his wiry coat, and facial furnishings, the German Stichelhaar is similar in appearance to other pointers.

Saint Bernard

The Saint Bernard originally made a name for itself as a Swiss rescue dog. A friendly, unassuming breed that is loved by all who cross its path.

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Old Danish Pointer

Also known as the Old Danish Pointing Dog, the Old Danish Pointer is a medium-sized pointing breed developed in Denmark for hunting.

Sheepadoodle

The beautiful Sheepadoodle is a fun-loving cross between a Standard Poodle and Old English Sheepdog that brings the best traits of both dogs to the mix.

Miniature Bulldog

Miniature Bulldog usually refers to a hybrid mix of a purebred Bulldog with a purebred Pug, but can also be a purebred Bulldogs bred down for size.

Cavamalt

A mix between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Maltese, the Cavamalt is friendly, low-maintenance dog. This designer breed is also known as Maltalier.