1. Keeshond
   German shepherd
2. Beagle
   Chihuahua

The German Shepherd is a big muscular dog that first came about in 1899, when a former cavalry captain, Max von Stephanitz, developed it as a working dog. German Shepherds were created to guard and herd sheep, but today, they are often used by police and other armed forces.

1. Golden retriever
   Maltipoo
2. Bichon Frise
   French Bulldog

Golden Retrievers is a type of gun dog that is energetic, hardworking, obedient, friendly and agile. Initially, it was bred and trained to retrieve birds and other animals to hunters after they were shot. These retrievers remain true to their name and thus are often used in search and rescue and to help the blind.

1. Kuvasz
   Newfoundland
2. Maltese
   Akita

Maltese is a small toy dog that would serve as an ideal companion. It is very loving and expects the same in return and loves to snuggle up to its owner. It is also low maintenance and hardly sheds its fur and can be a vigilant watchdog to protect its owner.

1. Pug
   Kuvasz
2. Newfoundland
   Lakeland Terrier

The pug is a small dog of about 14-18 pounds that is known for its squishy, crumpled face and a curly tail that folds over its rear. Pugs have large heads, bright eyes and a full personality that exudes from their small bodies. They are ideal house pets.

1. Otterhound
   Greyhound
2. Chow Chow
   Dachshund

Chow-chow or "tang quan" is a muscular dog with short legs, lion's mane around its head and a tongue of mixed color- blue and black. It was first used to guard temples in China but was later adapted to becoming an all-purpose working dog.

1. Saint Bernard
   Maltipoo
2. Dachshund
   Pekingese

Saint Bernard is a powerful working dog with males that stand at 28-30 inches tall and weigh between 140-180 pounds. The females are lighter and may weigh as much as 120 pounds and grow as tall as 26-28 inches.

1. Keeshond
   Bullmastiff
2. Beagle
   Pekingese

The bullmastiff came about in the 1800s as a result of breeding between the Old English Dog and the English Mastiff. This muscular, protective guard dog has a short muzzle that is black and also has a red, fawn or brindle coat.

1. Chihuahua
   Basenji
2. Bichon Frise
   Giant Schnauzer

The Giant Schnauzer was developed in the 17th century to herd livestock on farms and to also protect and guard the farmers' land. This Schnauzer is not only bigger than the Standard Schnauzer, but it is also more powerful and is the biggest of the three Schnauzer breeds.

1. Basenji
   Akita
2. Kuvasz
   Poodle

Poodle refers to a number of dog breeds, such as Toy Poodle, which stands at 10 inches or less and the Miniature Poodle which is no more than 15 inches in height. The Standard Poodle, shown here, is the tallest and is more than 15 inches at shoulder height.

1. Rottweiler
   Greyhound
2. Collie
   Pointer

Collie is a beloved dog that is large and has a long, lavish coat, mainly around its tail, neck and back legs. This Scotland native is amiable, loyal and perceptive, is affectionate to children and thus well-suited for families.

1. Dachshund
   Bichon Frise
2. Great Dane
   Keeshond

The Great Dane is a domestic dog from Germany that is known for being a very tall animal. It can stand at 30-32 inches at shoulder height (males) and 28-30 inches in females. It is regarded as an affable, trustworthy dog that gets along well with humans but can also serve as a fierce protector.

1. Korean Jindo Dog
   Newfoundland
2. Otterhound
   Irish Setter

The Irish Setter is also known as the red setter due to its mahogany or chestnut colored coat. This short dog stands at about 2 feet shoulder height, has long legs that are powerful and swift, making it a great sporting dog. Irish setters are friendly, energetic and curious.

1. Rottweiler
   Akita
2. Korean Jindo Dog
   Havanese

Havanese is a small toy dog of seven to 13 pounds that is recognized as the national dog of the Caribbean country, Cuba. This dog has small eyes, a long luxurious coat and a curly tail. Havanese are known for their extroverted nature and cheerful disposition.

1. Basenji
   Lakeland Terrier
2. Catahoula Leopard dog
   Beagle

Catahoula Leopard Dog is a medium to large, American breed of dog that also became the national dog of Louisiana in 1979. This leopard dog has a short either coarse or sleek coat that comes in a multitude of colors such as blue, red, black, tri-color or quad color, among others.

1. Beagle
   Dalmatian
2. Basenji
   Dachshund

The Dalmatian is a tall dog of 19-24 inches that is easily recognized by its distinctive fur that has a piebald pattern of black and liver spots. These spots can even be found in the mouth of this muscular, athletic dog.

1. French Bulldog
   Labradoodle
2. Pekingese
   Rottweiler

Labradoodle or labra-poodle is a cross breed dog of poodle and Labrador Retriever that initially came about in 1988 as a hypoallergenic guide dog. Labradoodles are ideal pets; they love to be in the company of humans and prefer to live indoors.

1. Greyhound
   English Cocker Spaniel
2. Lakeland Terrier
   Pointer

The English Cocker Spaniel is a sturdy sporting dog that requires a loving owner devoted to its care, as its silky double coat requires weekly grooming. Specifically, two to three times a week, its outer coat and soft undercoat need careful grooming to prevent matting and tangling.

1. Greyhound
   French Bulldog
2. Pointer
   Chinook

Chinook is the official dog of Wonalancet, New Hampshire, in the United States, where it was bred by Arthur Walden in 1917. The Chinook is a swift, agile and friendly dog with a coat of reddish gold or light honey.

1. Lakeland Terrier
   Maltipoo
2. English foxhound
   Newfoundland

The English Foxhound has a short, thick coat that comes in many different colors but is most commonly found in the tricolor: black with a white base and red and tan about its body. This scent-driven hound is a relative of the American foxhound.

1. Chihuahua
   Bichon Frise
2. Australian shepherd
   Maltipoo

Australian shepherds are herders of a medium size build that have a beautiful coat of merle patterned fur. This fur sheds often and so must be trimmed frequently and brushed weekly so that it does not become matted.

1. Akita
   Kuvasz
2. Keeshond
   Miniature pinscher

The Miniature pinscher is a toy dog that is referred to as the "King of Toys" due to its dignified appearance. It stands at about 10-12 inches tall, has a built frame and large ears that point upwards. It is similar in appearance to the Doberman, but the two are unrelated.

1. Papillon
   French Bulldog
2. Chihuahua
   Rottweiler

Papillions are small dogs, of about 5-10 pounds, that are graceful and elegant by nature and are also very alert, smart, and quick learners. They are recognized by their plumed tails and their large butterfly-shaped ears, which gives them their name, Papillion, which is French for butterfly.

1. Beagle
   Korean Jindo Dog
2. Pomeranian
   Greyhound

The Pomeranian is a small, vivacious dog of 10 pounds or less, that has a foxy little face and a whole lot of hair. It also has a tail shaped like a feather, a cluster of hair surrounding neck and chest area and a lovely double coat covering its body that may be orange, red or black.

1. Cockapoo
   Kuvasz
2. Akita
   Pekingese

Cockapoo or Cockapoodle is a cross breed dog made up of American or English Cocker Spaniel and poodle. This small mixed breed is easygoing and has a bubbly personality. It is intelligent and forgiving and also serves as a great companion, though it is not much of a guard dog.

1. French Bulldog
   Chinese Crested
2. Maltipoo
   Chihuahua

The Chinese Crested is a unique-looking dog that sets it apart from other breeds. It may be hairless or coated, where the hairless variation has smooth, sleek skin and clusters of hair on its ankle, tail and head. The powderpuff is the coated version of the Chinese Crested.

1. Rottweiler
   Shetland sheepdog
2. Newfoundland
   Lakeland Terrier

The Shetland sheepdog is a small dog of 15-25 pounds that is the perfect family pet; it loves the company of children but should be supervised around younger ones because it may become agitated. Daily walks do it a wonder of good, but a leash is required to keep this active dog at bay.

1. Pointer
   Chihuahua
2. Greyhound
   Miniature bull terrier

The Miniature Bull Terrier is a smaller version of a bull terrier that is strong, muscular, lean, and has a large head shaped much like an egg. This dog is an intuitive animal that can differentiate between a risky situation and a peaceful one.

1. Pekingese
   Finnish spitz
2. Kuvasz
   Beagle

The Finnish Spitz is the national dog of Finland. This dog has a foxy and cheerful face, pointed ears, a thick coat of fur of golden red and a wavy, plumed tail. It is known as "barking bird dog" because of its tendency to bark at birds.

1. Norwegian Lundehund
   Pointer
2. Lakeland Terrier
   Newfoundland

The Norwegian Lundehund is a dog which was created to hunt the small birds called puffins, that are now a protected species. This athletic dog is admired for its incredible features: six toes, padded paws as well as flexible neck and shoulders which enable it to be an excellent hunter and climber.

1. Maltipoo
   Lakeland Terrier
2. Shih Tzu
   Keeshond

The Shih Tzu,- pronounced "sheed-zoo" in the Western world, is a small, lightweight dog of 9-16 pounds that was designed to live indoors. It is a delightful companion- amiable, playful and good natured. The Shih Tzu is hardly aggressive and is a great lap dog.

1. Newfoundland
   Puli
2. Korean Jindo Dog
   Otterhound

The Puli is a strong herder with a corded coat that is long and extends down its eyes and entire body. As a result, the Puli is a high maintenance dog that requires regular care. This long-haired dog also has an undercoat that is soft and fluffy.

1. Maltipoo
   Siberian Husky
2. Keeshond
   English Toy Spaniel

The English Toy Spaniel is a small spaniel with a peaceful nature and an adorable face. It has a large head, long ears and heart-warming eyes. Its sleek, wavy coat flows down from its body and comes in a variety of colors such as black, tan, white or red.

1. Akita
   Otterhound
2. Komondor
   Chihuahua

The Komondor is a Hungarian dog that was created and taught to protect flocks of sheep. It is a very strong but independent dog that requires a firm hand when being trained to perform various tasks. The Komondor's long mop-like hair covers its body and serves as good camouflage.

1. Harrier
   French Bulldog
2. Keeshond
   Maltipoo

The Harrier is a hound of medium size that was bred in England for the purpose of hunting hares. It is often compared to its relative, the English foxhound, but it actually looks like a larger version of a Beagle.

1. Beagle
   Otterhound
2. Mudi
   Korean Jindo Dog

Mudi-pronounced as "moody" is a herding dog from Hungary that is quick on its feet. It is a great team player for games such as flyball and Frisbee. It can be trained to execute tasks in any field- search and rescue, sports and as a guard dog. Mudi can also live with families but have to be adequately trained to do so.

1. Dachshund
   Akita
2. Bichon Frise
   Phalene

Phalene is a toy dog that was created as a companion for French royalty. It is a variation of the Papillion dog and has a small, short frame with short legs, a rounded face and floppy butterfly ears. Its silky fur is long and covers its body in its entirety.

1. Bichon Frise
   Basenji
2. Volpino
   Dachshund

The Volpino is a small lively dog, that is agile, alert and intelligent and has a dynamic personality to match. It is fearless and has been known to stand its ground to dogs twice its size. In fact, it is a great watchdog and will bark to alert its own of suspicious people.

1. Newfoundland
   Brittany
2. Keeshond
   Lakeland Terrier

Brittany is a sporting dog from Brittany in northwest France, that was initially called "Brittany Spaniel" until 1982. It is an obedient, agile and athletic dog that could easily be trained for canine sports and competitions. It is also a good companion for humans with an active lifestyle.

1. Schipperke
   Korean Jindo Dog
2. Otterhound
   Basenji

Schipperke is a small black dog that loves the outdoors. It loves traveling in boats and is playful and inquisitive by nature. One of the main downsides of this breed is that it requires plenty of attention and should not be left unattended for long periods.

1. Dachshund
   Lowchen
2. Korean Jindo Dog
   Basenji

Lowchen, which means "little lion" in German, is the name for this small companion dog with a long wavy coat and short fluffy tail. Its distinctive haircut attributes to its name. The fur at its hind legs and tail are kept cut short while the rest of its body is quite fluffy.