![]() A companion of kings and guardian of flocks, Hungary’s Kuvasz is a beautiful and smart (but challenging) breed. Portuguese Water Dogs are covered by a coat of tight, low-shedding curls that can be groomed in two styles. The Portuguese Water Dog is easy to train and super smart. Bred to be an all-around fisherman’s helper, the medium sized Portuguese Water Dog is an eager and athletic companion. Among the world’s biggest dog breeds, Newfs are born swimmers and are historically known for their water rescues. ![]() A Newfoundland’s outer coat is flat and coarse, with males weighing up to 150 pounds, and females between 100 to 120 pounds. The devoted and sweet Newfoundland is known for its majestic and massive appearance and sterling character. With a brawny, fawn-coat, a Dogue de Bordeaux of proper temperament is sweet and sensitive, so it’s crucial to apply firm training in puppyhood. This loyal and courageous breed is the most ancient of French dog breeds, with a stocky body and the largest head in the canine kingdom (proportionately). ![]() The sociable and sometimes willful Standard Schnauzer is protective of loved ones and is best approached with a firm but gentle training hand.ĭogue de Bordeaux. Standard Schnauzers are medium sized dogs, with a wiry tight fighting coat of black or “pepper and salt”. The Standard Schnauzer is high-spirited farm dog from Germany, an all-purpose helper before mechanized agriculture. They are biddable and reliable dogs, fearless at work and docile at home. The Bullmastiff is loyal, affectionate, and brave. The Bullmastiff’s nickname is “The Gamekeeper’s Night Dog”, bred for protecting the vast country estates of the English aristocracy from poachers during the mid- to late 19th century. Striking as they are sweet, Berners get along with the entire family and are affectionate and hardy.īullmastiff. Berners were farm dogs, driving cattle, guarding from predators, and serving as a gentle companion when the day was done. Built for hard work, the Bernese Mountain Dog is one of the four mountain-dog breeds that come from the canton of Bern, an agricultural region of Switzerland known for its dairy production. The following are examples of breeds from the Working Group:īernese Mountain Dog. They excel at jobs such as guarding property, pulling sleds and performing water rescues. Bred to assist man, working breeds are quick to learn, strong, and watchful. Some of America’s more popular dog breeds (like the Doberman Pinscher), as well as some of the rarest (like the Chinook), are part of the Working Group. The American Kennel Club currently recognizes 31 breeds in the Working Group. ![]() The American Kennel Club describes some of the different breeds of working dogs and what they do, and why they may or may not be the right breed for you. These seven groups include the Sporting Group, the Hound Group, the Terrier Group, the Toy Group, the Herding Group, the Non-Sporting Group, and the Working Group. Of the American Kennel Club’s 200 recognized dog breeds, each breed is put into a “group” category. ![]()
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