Dog Breed Encyclopedia

Friendly, outgoing, and high-spirited companions who have more than enough affection to go around for a family looking for a medium-to-large dog.

Smart, confident, courageous, and steady; a true dog lover's dog. German Shepherd Dogs will be gentle family pets and steadfast guardians.

Intelligent, friendly, and devoted dogs. They are serious workers at hunting and field work, as guides for the blind, and in search-and-rescue.

Playful, smart, adaptable, and completely irresistible. The Frenchie is a charming, clever lapdog perfect for city dwellers.

Exceptionally smart and athletic dogs. Despite their often fancy haircut, Poodles are eager and athletic hunters, swimmers, and retrievers.

Merry, friendly, and curious, Beagles are excellent family dogs and great with children. They are scent hounds, developed for hunting hare.

Loyal, loving, confident guardian dogs. The Rottweiler is a robust working breed of great strength descended from the mastiffs of the Roman legions.

Affectionate, sprightly, tomboyish little dogs. The Yorkshire Terrier is a compact, toy-size terrier of no more than seven pounds.

Bright, fun-loving, active, and loyal, Boxers are great family companions. Their patience and protective nature have earned them a reputation as a great dog with children.

Smart, stubborn, and curious, these spunky little dogs have long, low-built bodies. Despite their size, they are brave and will take on animals much larger than themselves.

Friendly, outgoing, and high-energy working dogs. Huskies are known for their striking blue or multi-colored eyes and beautiful fur coats.

The gentle giants of the dog world. Despite their intimidating size, Great Danes are sweet, affectionate dogs who love to play and are patient with children.

Affectionate, playful, and outgoing toy dogs. Shih Tzus are known for their long, silky coat and friendly temperament.

Intelligent, work-oriented, and exuberant, Australian Shepherds excel at herding. They are loyal companions and versatile workers.

Known for their loyalty, intelligence, and strength, Doberman Pinschers make excellent guard dogs and family companions when properly trained and socialized.

Alert, spirited, and friendly, Miniature Schnauzers are small but sturdy dogs with distinctive beards and eyebrows.

Smart and alert, Pembroke Welsh Corgis are affectionate, low-set herding dogs with a foxy face and a big personality.

Graceful, affectionate, and gentle, the Cavalier combines the sporty nature of a spaniel with the loving nature of a toy breed.

Tough, alert, and extremely intelligent, Australian Cattle Dogs are tireless working dogs with a strong herding instinct.

Graceful, alert, and swift-moving with a saucy expression, Chihuahuas are the smallest breed recognized by some kennel clubs.

Big, powerful, and built for hard work, the Bernese Mountain Dog is also strikingly beautiful and famously gentle with children.

An ancient Japanese breed, the Shiba Inu is a little but well-muscled dog once employed as a hunter. Today, the spirited, good-natured Shiba is the most popular companion dog in Japan.

A remarkably bright workaholic, the Border Collie is an amazing dog—maybe a bit too amazing for owners without the time, energy, or means to keep it occupied.