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Collie (Smooth): You won’t get away with much if a Collie dog has his eye on you. Protective, attentive and always ready to answer your call, Collie dogs may “herd” children and other pets to keep them in line by grabbing a shirt, nipping a heel or physically pushing a wayward child back toward safety. Collies need training and guidance but their natural good judgment makes them reassuring and watchful dogs. More >> |
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Curly-Coated Retriever: The first of the waterfowl retrieving breeds, the Curly-Coated Retriever is of British origin. Its likeness is depicted in sporting works of art dating back 300 years. At one time, the Curly Coat was the gamekeeper's favorite hunting dog. More >> |
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Dalmatian: Seeing spots? Don’t worry, it’s just everybody’s favorite spotted dog, the Dalmatian. This large, super-active, friendly and self-confident breed makes a great pal for active families, runners, bicyclists, horseback riders, hikers and of course, fire fighters! Dals love to chase, run, play and run some more. Sedentary pet owners need not apply.
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Doberman Pinscher: You don’t want to argue with a Doberman Pinscher, and who would dare? These sleek black-and-tan protection dogs are the ultimate personal guardians, bred always to have your back and live beside you as your No. 2, as long as you can play the assertive leader. Well-bred and well-managed Dobermans display fierce devotion to home and family and a sweet-tempered goofy side -- when nobody else is looking. . More >> |
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Dogo Argentino: Antonio and Augustin Nores-Martinez developed the Dogo Argentino as a large-game hunter in the 1920s. More >> |
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Dutch Shepherd: The three varieties of the Dutch Shepherd have been recognized in their present form since the early 1700s but didn't gain notice until they were brought to Holland in 1870. More >> |
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English Foxhound: The English Foxhound boasts an ancestry that dates to the late 1600s. Stag hunting had been a popular sport of the British landed gentry, but when stag became scarce, the aristocracy took to pursuing the more abundant fox. More >> |
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English Setter: A smaller, gentler Setter compared to the Irish and Gordon, the English Setter has an aristocratically refined air and a sweet, mellow personality, especially with sufficient daily exercise. Some people hunt with English Setters, but this breed makes a beautiful and sweet family pet, too, especially for outdoorsy types with active kids and people who don’t mind brushing the silky white coat flecked with color.
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Eurasier/Eurasian: Recognized by the Federation Cynologique Internationale in 1973, this spitz breed was developed in the 1960s by Prof. Julius Wipfel in Germany by combining Chow Chow, Wolfspitz (Keeshonden) and Samoyed. More >> |
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Flat-Coated Retriever: Hiking? Hunting? Hanging out? Whatever. The easygoing Flat-Coated Retriever is in. This good-natured and adaptable breed with the lustrous coat in black or liver makes an ideal family companion and all-around good buddy for kids, singles, active seniors, weekend hunters, canine sports enthusiasts or anyone who just likes to spend time with a good dog. More >> |
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