Breeds

The English toy spaniel is a close relative to the Cavalier King Charles spaniel. Learn about its history, health, and more.

Designer dog breeds, also known as hybrid dogs, result from strategic cross-breeding. Learn about what makes these dogs so popular.

The Nederlandse Kooikerhondje (Kooiker) dog breed is an athletic sporting dog that makes an even-tempered and active companion.

These doodle dog breeds are beloved for their cute looks and low-shedding coats. Learn more about these poodle mixes.

Whether you prefer small dog breeds or just don’t have a lot of space to keep a bigger dog, here are 32 great small dog breeds that are happy in just about any

The Havanese is a toy dog breed that is playful, affectionate and intelligent. They are also the national dog breed of Cuba. Learn more about what makes a Havan

Spitz, which means “pointed” in German, refers to a type of dog that has pointed ears and a wolf-like appearance.

Some dogs like golden retrievers and corgis are known for getting and giving affection. Find out which breeds tend to enjoy kisses and hugs.

Meet 14 captivating French dog breeds, from affectionate French Bulldogs to elegant Papillons, all native to France and beloved worldwide.

The Bedlington terrier dog breed has a unique lamb-like appearance. Learn why this rare dog makes both a cuddly companion and a great watchdog.

Several dogs, like Shiba Inus and Finnish spitzes, look a lot like foxes. Find out whether one of these fox-like dogs is right for you.

The Australian kelpie is an intelligent, high-energy dog breed developed for herding. Learn about the Australian kelpie, including temperament, appearance, hist

The Lakeland terrier is an old working dog breed from the Lake District in the United Kingdom. Learn about its history, health, and more.

The Belgian Tervuren is a herding dog breed that’s full of energy and loves having a job. Learn about its history, health, and more.

Learn all about the Pharaoh hound, a sight hound dog breed known for their slim appearance and the ability to blush when excited.

Red dogs make unique and stunning canine companions, from Irish setters to cocker spaniels. These 16 breeds, large and small, have fiery coats.

The Norwegian lundehund is a rare dog breed traditionally used to hunt puffins. Learn about the breed's history, health, exercise needs, and more.

Rat terriers, also known as ratties, are small dogs with lots of energy. Learn more about the rat terrier's characteristics, history, care, and more.

The mastiff is a powerful yet gentle dog breed well-suited to family life. Learn more about this companion, including personality, care, and life span.

The most expensive dog breeds are rare, popular, or expensive to breed. Price can vary greatly depending on location, breed lineage, and other factors. Here are

Certain dog breeds, such as the Labrador retriever and poodle, tend to make good seizure-alert dogs. Learn more about these helpful breeds.

Herding dog breeds like German shepherds and border collies help people manage flocks of animals. See if these active, intelligent dogs are right for you.

Several dog breeds can trace their roots to Germany, including the German shepherd, Great Dane, and boxer. Learn more about these German dog breeds.

Many English dog breeds, including the bulldog and beagle, originated in the U.K. and particularly England. Learn more about these quaint dog breeds.