They are athletic, intelligent but not fond of strangers. Medium sized yet bred to hunt large prey, the Kai Ken is a Japanese breed that is very rare at the moment. They are brave with strong guarding instincts and an incredible attachment to their owners. The original police and military dog, you’d find it hard to track down a more intelligent and attentive partner than a German Shepherd. Sadly though, their short muzzle has left them with an awful lot of health issues. The French Bulldog has an amazing personality and incredible bat like pointy ears. A real working dog, they are best kept on ranches or other busy outdoor environments. They are sweet and gentle with their families, but need high levels of activity and training to stay happy. Dutch ShepherdĪn unusual yet beautiful herding breed, Dutch Shepherds are a dog that needs to keep busy. Very sadly the condition that gives them their adorable short legs is also linked to some nasty back problems. Although they can be uncomfortable with strangers, this isn’t their biggest downside as a pet. But this active, intelligent dog actually has a long history as a herding dog. The cute Corgi is perhaps sometimes mistaken for a lapdog.

A watchdog and hunting companion historically, it’s really important that you pick your Chow puppy from friendly parents and socialise them well too. They are big, powerful and also very independent in nature. Be ready for a keen interest in the wildlife, and a tendency to wander off! Chow ChowĬlever, confident and cute, the Chow Chow has a huge fanbase. They come from long lines of hunting dogs, and have a brave and exploratory nature as a result. The Cairn Terrier is a confident, relaxed yet focussed breed. This loyal, medium sized dog has a lot of appeal but needs good socialization and a close eye being kept on them around other animals. Their rounded head gives them an unusual look, complemented by their sturdy body. The Bull Terrier is tough, confident and charismatic. Active, fit and fun this dog is ideal for this type of home, but ill-suited to a sedentary indoor life. Border Collieīorder Collies bond strongly with their owners, and like to spend all of their time working with them outdoors. They are keen to hunt and unlikely to make friends with other family pets, but equally they’ll be charming your guests in no time at all. Often confused with the more popular Yorkie, the Biewer Terrier is a friendly little dog. They are protective, loyal and very strongly bonded to their handler. Praised as hard working police dogs and guard dogs, the Belgian Malinois is a gorgeous and intelligent dog. Unusually this small breed never barks like a dog, although they do make plenty of other noises. They are agile, athletic and hard working. The Basenji is a rare breed but a really fascinating dog. Driven, clever and focussed, this breed do best in working homes where they have active human company all day long. Their mottled fur is incredibly distinctive, and so is their temperament. The Australian Cattle Dog is commonly known as the Blue Heeler, named for their distinctive coat. They shed a lot, and need plenty of coat care to stay in top condition. They range in size from toy to standard, and are all clever and always on the go. American Eskimo DogĪdorable American Eskimo dogs are loving and affectionate, with thick fluffy coats. Although they take up a lot of room, and need some serious coat care. They might look like a guard dog, but this breed is known for being friendly, playful and a very loving companion. The Malamute is a big, thick coated dog bred to pull sledges. However, the breed is known for being a little more reserved and uncomfortable with strangers.

A Klee Kai looks an awful lot like a Mini Husky! They are a relatively modern breed, which was intended to shrink down the gorgeous Husky into a more manageable package.

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