(Affen) The Affenpinscher is an undersized, friendly-faced relative of the terrier. The breed features a thick coat of fur that occurs in longer, beard-like tufts around the face and neck. Despite the Affenpinscher’s small stature, he is not a delicate dog. Affenpinschers boast square-shaped bodies and stout, strong limbs. They are a very well-boned ...

Afghan Hounds are a regal, very old breed of sighthound dogs. They are built quite tall and have lengthy, sinewy-muscled limbs. Afghan Hounds have an elongated, narrow head with refined facial features and a strong jaw. Their muzzle is slightly convex, and their teeth meet at a level or scissors bite. Afghan Hounds have dark, almond-shaped eyes, a black nose, and ...

(Airedale, King of the Terriers, Waterside Terrier, Bingley Terrier) Airedale Terriers are the largest breed of terrier. They have a well-balanced body with straight front legs, a level topline, and a deep chest. The Airedale Terrier has a long, flat head with ears that hang forward and slightly to the side. Their large teeth close in a scissors bite and ...

Although the Akbash Dog is leaner than many other Turkish guard dog breeds, he is still a massive and powerful creature. The Akbash Dog has a huge head with very strong jaws and a set of well-developed teeth. They are muscularly built, and they have strong, arched toes with thickly padded feet. The breed’s solid white coat does not mat easily, and it ...

(Akita, Japanese Akita, Great Japanese Dog) The Akita Inu is the largest of the Japanese Spitz-type breeds. They are strong, evenly-proportioned, powerfully built dogs with distinctive features. Akita Inus have bulky, flat, triangular-shaped heads with short, pronounced muzzles. Their noses are dark (generally black), and they have triangular-shaped, dark ...

(Spanish Bulldog, Spanish Alano)The Alano Espanol possesses a classic, primitive appearance and a well-proportioned build. The breed’s body is muscular and strong, with an arched rib cage that is not cylindrical and a chest that meets the level of the elbows. Their limbs and shoulders are sturdy, and their front legs are much brawnier than their back legs. ...

(Otto) Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldogs are a well-developed breed of bulldog with a muscular build and unexaggerated features. The breed’s head is broad with a pronounced muzzle. They have loose, black lips and prominent, wide-set eyes that vary in color. Their ears are v-shaped and hang slightly sideways. Their long, tapered tails are left natural. Like ...

Alaskan Huskies are not an actual breed of dog. Rather, they are a group of working dogs that are categorized by their ability to perform a certain function. Alaskan Huskies are proficient sled dogs that are usually larger and leaner than Siberian Huskies. They have long, muscular legs and a substantial tuck-up. Their coats are short or medium in length, and they ...

(Klee Kai, AKK, Mini Husky, Mini Alaskan Husky) The Alaskan Klee Kai was bred with the intention of creating a companion-sized version of the Alaskan Husky. They are technically considered to be a small Alaskan Husky, though they physically resemble the Siberian Husky. They come in three different sizes- standard, miniature, and toy. Most Alaskan Klee Kais ...

(Mal) Alaskan Malamutes are a well-built, strong Arctic breed. Their bodies are large, compact and sturdily built, and well-muscled. They have a broad head with a dignified expression, and their triangular-shaped ears are carried erect. Alaskan Malamutes have a plumed tail that curls over the back in a loop shape. Their almond-shaped eyes are brown in color, ...

The Alopekis is a stout breed of dog with fox-like facial features and an intelligent expression. His wedge-shaped head is broad and features a pair of large, pricked ears that are triangular in shape. He is strong-jawed and has a tapered, deep muzzle that is level across the top. His lips are taut against a row of well-developed teeth that close in a scissors ...

(Basset des Alpes, Alpenlandischer Dachsbracke, Alpenlandische Dachsbracke) The Alpine Dachsbracke is a stout, hardy breed that was initially used as a hunting dog. The head features a long, pronounced muzzle with a straight bridge and a proportional black nose. They have close-fitting, semi-curved lips with black pigment. Their well-developed teeth close in ...

Also known as the Alsatian Shepalute.

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American Bulldogs are a stout, burly breed, but they are also extremely agile and swift. They have a wide chest and a tapered, muscular neck that may or may not have a slight dewlap. The breed features a strong-boned, compact body with straight limbs and burly hindquarters. They have broad, square heads with a pronounced furrow, muscular cheeks, and a box-shaped ...

The American Bullnese is a small, sturdy breed with a comparatively long body and strong bones. Their build is low to the ground and is heaviest in the front. Their chest is wide, deep, and full and their thick neck features folds of skin. Their legs are stout and their forelegs are slightly bowed. The American Bullnese has a proportionally large head that is ...

(Black and Tan, Black and Tan Coonhound) The Black and Tan Coonhound is a powerful working dog with a large build and good musculature. This breed is very well-proportioned and has a defined with finely modeled facial features. The upper plane of this breed’s skull is parallel to the upper plane of the muzzle. They have a moderate stop that is located ...

(Spitz, Standard Eskimo Dog, Toy Eskimo Dog, Miniature Eskimo Dog, American Eskimo, German Spitz, Deutscher Spitz, Eskie) American Eskimo Dogs are a Spitz-type breed that comes in three size varieties: standard, miniature, and toy. Their head is wedge-shaped and features an evenly proportioned muzzle and skull. The breed’s triangular-shaped ears stand ...

American Foxhounds are lighter and taller than their English relatives. They have a large build and handsome facial features. Their limbs are lanky, long, and straight-boned, and they are extremely agile and fast. The breed’s large head is slightly domed and features a large pair of wide-set eyes that are brown or hazel in color. They have wide ears that ...

American Hairless Terriers are identical in appearance to the medium-sized Rat Terriers they are descendant from. Their small bodies are well-muscled and feature a deep chest, a strong neck, and long, springy limbs. Their comparatively large ears are triangular in shape and stand erect. American Hairless Terriers have pink skin with spots in a variety of colors. ...

The American Indian dog is a working nurturing all around type, medium sized and lightly built, primitive breed with a natural looking muzzle, and longish pricked ears. Their bushy tail is carried down with a slight curve. The head is in proportion to the body. The muzzle is wedge-shaped and moderately long to provide balance to the longish pricked ears. The ...

American Lo-Sze Puggs™ have proportionately small heads with a broad, flat skull that is wide between the eyes. Their bodies are comparatively long and stout with a level topline and sturdy bone structure. They have broad chests and curved forelegs that are set far apart. Although their hind legs are lighter than their forelegs, they are still firm and ...

The American Mastiff is a large, powerful dog with a wide, heavy, rectangular-shaped head and a powerfully muscular build. The breed has a deep, rounded chest and well-sprung ribs. Their limbs are well-built, straight, and well-muscled, and their burly necks are thick and slightly arched. American Mastiffs have a long tail that reaches the hocks, and a pair of ...

The American Mastiff Panja is a working dog with an athletic, muscular body. Their chests are wide, their limbs are muscular, straight, and well-boned, and their hocks are slightly angled. The breed has well-sprung ribs and a slight tuck-up. American Mastiff Panjas have small, almond-shaped eyes with an alert and inquisitive expression. Their heads are broad and ...

The American Pit Bull Terrier is a strong and powerful dog that has a stocky, muscular body. The breed’s burly neck is thickly muscled and graduates into a well-sprung, deep chest. His athletic body is stout and he is extremely agile. American Pit Bull Terriers have a broad, brick-like head that features a commanding set of jaws. Their teeth close in a ...

The American Staffordshire Terrier is a strong and powerful dog for its size. The breed has a stocky, muscular body that is agile and athletic. Their broad head features a short muzzle and a commanding set of jaws. Their erect ears are typically cropped. American Staffordshire Terriers have round black eyes, a tail that tapers to a point, and teeth that close in a ...

(Amerikanischer Wasserspaniel)  The American Water Spaniel is an active dog that has a muscular, hardy build. Their long, broad skull features a moderate stop and a medium-length, square-shaped muzzle. Their nose may vary from dark brown to black in color, and their eye color is light brown to hazel. Their teeth meet in a level or scissors bite, and their ...

(White Shepherd Dog, White German Shepherd, Berger Blanc Swiss, American-Canadian White Shepherd) The American White Shepherd is identical to the German Shepherd with the exception of one distinctive characteristic. American White Shepherds boast a long, stiff coat that is pure white in color.

(Appenzeller Sennenhund, Appenzeller, Appenzell Cattle Dog) The Appenzell Mountain Dog is a working dog and has a muscular, hardy build. The breed is well-built, athletic, and straight-limbed. Their heads are broad, flat and feature a tapered muzzle. Their noses are black and their small eyes are dark in color. Appenzell Mountain Dogs have pendant ears and a ...

Atlas Terriers are direct descendants of the Jack Russell Terrier. One distinguishing difference between the two breeds is the fact that Atlas Terriers can exist with a solid-colored coat. Atlas Terriers have a coat that may be a variety of different colors, including merles and brindles. They may also have white markings on their collars, toes, face, or chest. ...

(Aussie Bulldog) Australian Bulldogs have stout, compact bodies that are very strong and well-muscled. Generally, the bodies of female Australian Bulldogs should be longer than those of their male counterparts. Australian Bulldogs have a level top line and a broad chest with the brisket well let down. Their tail cartridge is straight off the back, and their ...

(Australian Heeler, Blue Heeler, Australian Cattledog, Queensland Heeler, Hall’s Heeler, Australischer Treibhund) Australian Cattle Dogs have a stout, well-built body that is agile and strong. They are a compact working dog with exceptional stamina and endurance. Australian Cattle Dogs have a body that is just longer than it is high. Their front legs ...

(Australian Sheepdog, Kelpie, Barb, Australischer Kelpie) Australian Kelpies are working dogs with compact bodies that are built for stamina and endurance. They are just longer than they are tall, and they have broad chests and well-developed limbs. Their sturdy hind quarters give energy and agility to their appearance. Australian Kelpies have a long, narrow ...

There are two distinct types of Labradoodles, the Australian Labradoodle and the American Labradoodle. Australian Labradoodles are purebred dogs, while the American Labradoodle is a hybrid dog. Australian Labradoodles are agile and graceful in appearance, but they have substantial musculature and medium boning. They are slightly taller in stature than they are ...

Australian Shepherds are medium-sized working dogs with a robust, balanced, muscular build and a rustic appearance. Their bodies are just longer than they are tall at the withers. They have strong, deep chests and they stand squarely on all four legs. The breed’s front legs are straight, and their feet are oval-shaped, compact, and have a set of well-arched ...

(Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog) Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dogs have compact, stout bodies that are well-muscled and properly proportioned. They have deep, muscular chests with well-sprung ribs and straight forelegs. Their hind legs are wide, brawny, and powerful and they are straight from the hocks the feet when perceived from the back. The breed has a level ...

Australian Terriers are one of the smallest breeds of Terriers. They are compact, sturdy dogs with short legs and a body that is slightly longer than it is tall. Their strong chests are comparably wide and deep, and they have a level topline. They have long heads with lively dark eyes and a pair of erect, v-shaped ears. Above their black noses is a v-shaped space. ...

(Osterreichischer Kurzhaarpinscher) Austrian Shorthaired Pinschers are working dogs with well-proportioned, agile bodies. Their chests are broad and well-developed, and their elbows are comparatively close to their bodies. They have well-arched toes and a tail that is either docked or curled over the back. Their pear-shaped heads feature a short, prominent ...

(Azawakh, Tuareg Sloughi) Azawakh Hounds are a sighthound that is exceptionally elegant and extremely leggy. They are fine-boned and very lanky, yet they posses well-developed muscles that enable them to run at great speeds. Their bone structure and musculature is visible beneath their thin skin. Their bodies are rectangular in shape, with their longer sides ...