Dog breeds

Sporting dogs

Are bred for their natural instinct in water and woods, which allow them to be great hunting and field activity dogs.

Toy dogs

Are bred for their small size and companionship

Working Dogs

Are bred to do work such as pull sleds, make water rescues and protect property.

Welsh Corgi, cardigans

Cardigans weigh 25-38 pounds and measure 10.5-12.5 inches in height. Grow straight medium length hair(sable, red, brindle, black, blue merle, black and tan or black and brindle in color. May have white markings. Has a tail, longer legs. Behavior- strong, fast, loyal, affectionate, highly intelligent, courageous, devoted, aggressive towards other dogs.

Australian Shepherd

Males weigh 50-65 pounds, measure 20-23 inches in height. Females weigh 40-55 pounds and measure 18-21 inches in height. Grow moderate length hair which can be black, blue merle, red or red merle in color. Have a natural or docked bobtail. Posess blue, amber, hazel, brown or a combination eye color. Behavior- intelligent, loyal, energetic, shy, herding instinct, protective

Rottweiler

Males weigh 85-135 pds measure 25-27 inches in height. Females weigh 80-100 pds, measure 22-25 inches in height Grow short-medium length hair(black with tan -bright rust colored markings). Behavior- dignified, slow to anger, natural guarding instincts, great courage, obedient.

Labrador Retrievers

Males weight- 65-80 pounds Males Height- 22-25 inches Females weight- 55-70 pounds Females height- 21-24 inches Grow straight, short hair which can be solid black, yellow, or chocolate. Behavior- strong, athletic, outgoing, intelligent, loyal, great with children.

Mastiff

Males- weigh 150-200 pounds, measure 30 inches. Females- weigh 150-200 pounds, measure 27 inches. Grow a short coat(apricot, fawn, brindle). Behavior- courageous, dignified, good-natured, docile, active, fearless.

Boxer

Males- weigh 65-80 pounds, measure 22-25 inches in height. Females- weigh 50-65 pounds, measure 21-24 inches in height. Grow short hair(fawn and brindle colored). Behavior- loyal, strong, energetic, courageous, loving, intelligent.

Alaskan Malamute

Males- weigh 85 pounds and measure 25 inches in height. Females- weight 75 pounds and measure 23 inches in height. Grow thick and coars coats(Gray, white, other color combinations). Behavior- athletic, affectionate, loyal, playful, dignified, active, strong.

Parson Russell Terrier

More commonly known as Jack Russell Terriers Weight: 13-17 pounds Height: 13-14 inches. Can have a smooth or broken coat in any color. (broken coats are more shaggy in appearance) "born to dig" Behavior- playful, outgoing, friendly, affectionate, intelligent, independent, impatient, digger/hunter

Newfoundland's

Weigh 100-150 pounds, measure 26-28 inches in height. Grow a water-resistant double coat which can be black, brown, gray or white with black markings. Behavior- intelligent, loyal, docile, guardians.

Great Danes

Weigh 110-190 pounds, measure 24-28 inches. Grow a short, thick, smooth coat which can be black, blue, brindle, fawn, harlequin or mantle. -Harlequin Great Danes have a solid white base color with irregular black patches. -Mantle Great Danes are solid black with a solid white blanket. Behavior- "gentle giant", protective, affectionate, docile, head strong.

Saint Bernard's

Weigh 110-200 pounds, measure 24-28 inches in height. Have both a rough and smooth variety -rough variety has a medium length double coat straight or slightly wavy. -smooth variety has a dense double coat which is short. May be red with white markings or white with red markings. Behavior- gentle, tolerant, does not fawn over strangers, excessively shy, may bite out of fear.

Whippets

Weigh 15-30 pounds and measure 18-22 inches. Grow a short and smooth coat which comes in a wide variety of colors and markings. Behavior- calm, affectionate, playful, active, sporadic energy. *Resemble Greyhounds*

Basenjis

Weigh 21-24 pounds, measure 16-17 inches in height. Grow a short, silky coat which can be chestnut red, black, black and tan or brindle. Possess a tightly curled tail and wrinkled forehead and can't bark. Behavior- intelligent, proud, alert, playful.

Border collies

Weigh 30-45 pounds, measure 18-23 inches in height. Grow medium length hair(rough or smooth). Produce coats which are black, blue merle or sable color. Behavior- athletic, energetic, intelligent, devoted, high endurance, determined.

Standard Schnauzer

Weigh 35-50 pounds, measure 17.5-19.5 inches in height. Grow a double coat consisting of a hard, wiry outer coat and a dense, soft under coat which can be black or salt and pepper colored. Behavior- sociable, intelligent, comedic, clever, strong willed, trustworthy, protective.

Portuguese Water Dogs

Weigh 35-60 pounds, measure 17-23 inches in height. Grow a wavy to curly coat(brown or black without any white markings). Behavior- energetic, intelligent, active, good companion for children, water-loving.

Siberian Huskies

Weigh 35-60 pounds, measure 20-23.5 inches in height. Grow a short-medium length double coat which can be any color of black to white. May have brown eyes, blue eyes, or one of each. Behavior- intelligent, eager to please, highly energetic, friendly to humans.

Afghan Hounds

Weigh 50-60 pounds, measure 25-27 inches in height. Grow long hair which comes in a variety of colors and patterns. Are one of the oldest known breeds, pre-dating written history. Behavior- very active, fast, charming, independent, dignified, aloof.

Collies

Weigh 50-70 pounds, measure 22-26 inches in height. Grow either rough or smooth coats. Produce coats which are sable, tricolor, blue merle or predominantly white. Behavior- intelligent, friendly, loyal, sensitive, devoted, athletic.

Old English Sheepdog

Weigh 60-100 pounds, measure 21 inches in height. Grow thick and insulating hair. Produce coats which are gray, grizzle, blue or blue merle with or without white marking. Enjoy working with their owners in rural settings. Behavior- adaptable, energetic, strong, smart, gentle, intelligent, hard working.

German Shepherds

Weigh 75-95 pounds and measure 22-26 inches in height. Grow straight, thick hair which is long and rough. Produce coats which are black, black and tan, black and cream, black and silver or sable in color. One of the most popular breeds in the world. Behavior- adaptable, energetic, strong, high endurance, hard working, loyal, fearless.

Burnese Mountain Dog

Weigh 80-100 pounds and measure 23-28 inches in height. Grow a long silky coat which is tri-colored with areas of black, rust, and white. Behavior- hardy, calm, inactive, good-natured, intelligence, strength, confident.

Great Pyrenees

Weigh 85-115 pounds, measure 25-32 inches in height. Grow a double coat of white, long hair which can have gray, badger, red, brown or tan markings. Have a background of being guard dogs for flock animals, such as sheep. Behavior- attentive, fearless, confident, gentle, affectionate, tolerant, protective, territorial.

Shetland Sheepdogs

Weigh approximately 20 pounds and measure from 13-16 inches in height. Grow long, rough coats which are primarily sable or blue merle. Often are thought to look like a miniature collie. Behavior- affectionate, loyal, playful, intelligent, protective, active.

Welsh Corgi, Pembroke

Weighs 25-27 pounds and measure 10-12 inches in height. Grow straight, medium length hair which can be sable, fawn, red or black and tan in color. May or may not have white markings on coat. No tail, short legs, short body, weighs less. Behavior- athletic, dependable, loyal, obedient, devoted, outgoing, over protective over family and territory.

Rhodesian Ridgeback

Weighs 70-85 pounds and measure 24-27 inches. Grow a short and dense coat which can be light or red wheaten. Have hair on their backs that stick up. Behavior- dignified, even-tempered, affectionate, active, athletic, strong, social.

Dachshunds

Weight 11-32 pounds, measure 5-9 inches in height. Come in the following 3 varieties: -wirehaired -smooth haired -long haired Grow red, sable, cream, black and tan, chocolate and tan, fawn and tan or brindle colored hair. Behavior- friendly, outgoing, lively, does not do well with small children.

Pyrenean Shepherds

Weight 15-32 pounds and measure 15-21 inches in height. Grow either rough-faced or smooth-faced coats which can be tan, copper, fawn, charcoal gray, silver or combinations of colors. *excellent livestock herders* Behavior- athletic, active, agile, lively, fearless, cheerful.

Australian Cattle dogs

Weight 35-45 pounds and measure 46-51 inches tall. Grow short to medium length straight hair(blue, blue merle, red merle) Born white, gain color within a few weeks. Behavior-alert, devoted, intelligent, loyal, powerful, affectionate, extremely protective. NOT SOCIAL WITH OTHER PETS

Greyhound

Weight 60-70 pounds, measure 28-30 inches. Grow a short and smooth coat which can be any color including black, fawn and red. *GOOD BLOOD DONERS* Behavior- independent, gentle, noble, calm, athletic.

Doberman Pinschers

Weight 66-88 pounds, measure 24-28 inches. Grow a short, shiny and hard coat which can be red, black, blue or fawn. Behavior- alert, fearless, loyal, trainable, active, energetic.

Bichon Frise

Weight- 10-20 pounds Grow a puffy and thick white coat. Behavior- playful, curious, peppy, active, sporadic energy, loveable.

Boston Terriers

Weight- 10-25 pounds Height- 15-17 inches. Grow short, fine hair which can be brindle, seal, or black in color. May have various markings on the face, neck, and legs. Behavior- lively, playful, intelligent, affectionate, loyal.

Lhasa Apso

Weight- 12-18 pounds Height- 10-11 inches. Grow a long and thick coat which comes in a variety of colors. Are popular in show rings. Behavior- gentle, hardy, aloof, mischievous, agile, dignified.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Weight- 13-18 pounds Height- 12-13 inches Have long, silky, wavy coats and can be: chestnut and white, tri-colored, ruby, black and tan. Behavior- loving, playful, happy, trusting, easygoing, comforters, stubborn, intelligent

Pugs

Weight- 14-18 pounds Height- 10-11 inches Grow fine, short hair which can be silver, apricot-fawn or black. Have a tightly curled tail Behavior: happy, playful, devoted, does extremely well with children.

Shiba Inu

Weight- 17-23 pounds Height- 13-17 inches. Grow plush coats which can be black and tan, red or red sesame. Behavior- alert, active, attentive, playful, sturdy, confident.

Chihuahuas

Weight- 2-6 pounds Height- 6-9 inches Come in two breeds: short haired, long haired. May be solid brown, fawn, black or white. May include splashes of color or may be tri-colored. Behavior- energetic, graceful, loyal, protective, loving.

Pomeranians

Weight- 3-7 pounds Height- 8-11 inches Grow long hair May be any color with any pattern. Behavior- lively, eager to learn, intelligent, loyal, affectionate.

Maltese

Weight- 4-7 pounds Height- 9-10 inches Grow long silky hair Completely white Behavior: well mannered, affectionate, intelligent, playful, obedient.

Bulldogs

Weight- 40-50 pounds height- 12-15 inches. Grow short, fine hair which can be brindle, white, red, or fawn in color. Has a large head, short face, round cheeks. Behavior- strong, kind, courageous, loyal, gentle, affectionate.

Dalmatians

Weight- 40-60 pounds height- 19-24 inches Grow short, smooth white hair with black dots. Are born completely white and grow spots later in life. *use to be firetruck dogs* Behavior- energetic, bold, social, sensitive, loyal.

Chow Chow

Weight- 40-70 pounds Height- 15-17 inches. Grow thick, lion-like coats which come in five colors: red, black, blue, cinnamon and cream. Can have black tongues Behavior- affectionate, devoted, cat-like, independent, stubborn, active.

Chinese Shar-Pei

Weight- 45-60 pounds Height- 18-20 inches Grow both, horse-coated and brush coated (horse-coated hair is short, whereas the brush coated hair is slightly longer). Have wrinkled skin which needs to be wiped out with a damp cloth and dried to assist preventing skin infections. Behavior- reserved, territorial and aggressive, if not socialized properly, strong, confident, independent.

Poodles

Weight- 45-65 pounds Height- 15-21 inches. Grow dense, curly or corded hair. May have silver, cream, gray, blue, black, white, apricot, red or brown in color. Behavior- athletic, playful, intelligent, lively, devoted

Vizlas

Weight- 45-66 pounds Height- 20-24 inches. Grow a short and smooth coat which should always be a golden-rust color. Were almost set to extinction in the late 1800's and early 1900's. Behavior- gentle, affectionate, energetic, eager, very active, durable, athletic.

Weimaraner's

Weight- 55-82 pounds height- 23-27 inches Grow a short sleek coat which should almost come in a silver-grey color. Known as "Grey ghosts" Behavior- friendly, alert, fearless, obedient, very active, athletic.

Black and Tan Coonhounds

Weight- 65-100 pounds Measure 23-27 inches in height. Grow a short, easy to groom coat: predominantly black with tan markings. Known for their "cold nose", meaning they have the ability to follow old trails. Behavior- outgoing, wanderers, friendly, rambunctious.

Yorkshire Terriers

Weight- 7 pounds Height-8-9 inches Grow fine, silky hair May be blue and tan in color. Behavior- playful, loyal, intelligent, affectionate, independent, fearless.

Brussels Griffon

Weight- 8-10 inches Height- 7-8 inches Grow a rough or smooth coat which can be red, beige, black and tan, or a combination. Behavior- alert, curious, loyal, active, spunky, playful.

Miniature Pinscher

Weight- 8-11 pounds Height- 12.5 inches Grow a short, smooth coat and shed an average amount. Can be red, black, and rust or chocolate and rust colored. Behavior: fearless, protective, willful, stubborn, curious.

Papillons

Weight- 9-10 pounds Height- 8-11 pounds Grow long silky hair Are white with any patches of any color. Papillon mean butterfly(ears)

Shih Tzu

Weight- 9-16 pounds Height- 8-11 inches Grow long, dense hair Vary in color Behavior: intelligent, active, happy, affectionate, easily spoiled.

Pekingese

Weight- less than 14 pounds Height- 6-9 inches Grow a long, thick double coat which should be groomed on a weekly basis to prevent matting. Can be any color or combination of colors. Behavior- alert, curious, loyal, active, spunky, playful.

Beagles

Weight-18-30 pounds. Measure 13 inches in height. Grow medium length hair: red, black and white in color. Have long hanging ears. Behavior- intelligent, energetic, even tempered, eager to please, great companion for children.

Basset Hound

Weight-50-70 pds measure 14-15 inches in height. Grow a short, smooth dense coat which can be tri-colored or bi-colored, with many options. Behavior-gentle, mild mannered, independent, alert, great with other animals and children.

Irish Setters

Weight-60-70 pounds Height-25-27 inches. Grow long, silky hair which can be red or white, or combination. Are known for a clown-like personality popular with families. Behavior- outgoing, sweet-natured, very active, trainable, loving.

Golden Retriever

Weight-65-75 pounds(males) Height- 23-24 inches. Weight- 55-65 pounds(females) Grow long, wavy or straight hair which is longer on the tail and legs than the torso. Can be cream or gold in color. Behavior- energetic, polite, friendly, devoted, eager to please, gentle and patient with children.

Blood Hounds

Weight-80-110 pounds, measure 23-27 inches in height. Grow short, smooth, glossy hair: black and tan, red and tan or tawny. Have long hanging ears, loose folds of skin on the head and neck and drooping eyes. Behavior- friendly, active, stubborn, not suitable for city life.

Norwich

Weight: 11-12 pounds Height: 10 inches Grow a thick weather proof coat which can be red, wheaten, black, tan or grizzle. Behavior: very active, loyal, plucky, affectionate, alert, curious.

Border

Weight: 11-16 pounds Height: 11-16 inches Grow a wiry coat which can be red, grizzle, and tan. Behavior- very active, plucky, happy, affectionate, quick, agile, curious

Rat Terriers

Weight: 12-35 pounds Height: 14-23 inches Grow very short hair May be red and white, tri-spotted, solid red, black and tan, blue and white, or red brindle colored Behavior- energetic, fearless, stubborn, fast, alert

Carins

Weight: 13-14 pounds Height: 10 inches Grow a thick and weather resistant double coat which can be any color except white. Behavior- very active, cheerful, alert, busy, independent, curious, intelligent, fearless

West Highland White

Weight: 13-22 pounds Height: 9-12 inches Grow a thick double coat which is almost always white. Behavior- very active, smart, loyal, entertaining, quick, curious, lively

Scottish

Weight: 18-22 pounds Height: 10 inches Grow a hard, wiry and weather resistant coat which can be black, brindle, wheaten. Behavior- active, independent, confident, social, spirited, dignified, curious, happy.

American Cocker Spaniel

Weight: 24-30 pounds Height:14-15 inches Grow a silky, flat or wavy coat which can come in a variety of mostly solid colors. *were traditionally known as excellent hunters* Behavior- happy, smart, gentle, very active, playful, loving.

English cocker spanials

Weight: 26-34 pounds Height: 15-17 inches Longer than the American cocker spaniel coat which can be solid black, brown, or red or have markings within their coats. Behavior- affectionate, cheerful, devoted, inquisitive

Brittanies

Weight: 28-33 pounds Height: 18-21 inches Grow dense and wavy hair which can be dark orange and white or liver and white May have white or roan color patches while no black is permitted. Behavior- tend to be a one person dog, good with children, fearless and aggressive in field activities, reserved with strangers

Airedales

Weight: 40-65 pounds Height: 20-23 inches Grow a dense and wiry coat which can be both tan and black or a combination of the two. Behavior- clever, confident, proud, friendly, courageous, very active, spirited

German Shorthaired pointers

Weight: 45-70 pounds Height: 21-25 inches Grow a short, thick, water-repellent coat which protects them from brush and insulates them from cold temperatures. Can be solid dark brown color or a combination of dark brown with white specks. Behavior- active, intelligent loyal, fearless, aggressive hunters, content, if receiving the proper amount if exercise

English Setter

Weight: 45-80 pounds. Height: 24-25 pounds Grow a long coat which can be tri-colored or have tan or black markings throughout. Behavior- gentle, affectionate, friendly, energetic, alert, can be intolerant of young children

Bull Terriers

Weight: 50-70 pounds Height: 21-22 inches Grow a short coat and have tight skin. Can be predominantly white with a colored head or predominantly colored with black, brindle, red, fawn or tri-colored body. Are known for their robust stature and oval shaped head. Behavior: active, hyper, protective, people-oriented, extroverted

Terrier Dogs

dogs traditionally bred to hunt

Non-sporting dogs

dogs which lack the qualities and characteristics of a hunting dog

Hound Dogs

have a good sense of smell, high stamina and hunting performance skills