Banter Bulldogges are a powerfully built, athletic dog with a well-muscled body and strong stature. They are a medium-sized Bulldogge/Mastiff with a bully build. They have well-muscled, thick necks that are high-set and blend into their brawny forelegs. They have a prominent chest that meets the elbows, and their square shoulders are not overly exaggerated. Banter ...

The Basenji is a small, athletic dog that is unique and elegant in appearance. They have a distinctive gait that is horse-like in quality. They have long limbs, muscular thighs, and a level topline. The breed’s flat head features a forehead that is wrinkled and furrowed, and their almond-shaped eyes are small in size. The Basenji has a high-set tail that ...

(Artesian Norman Basset, Basset Artesiano de Normandia, Basset Artesien Normand, Basset artesian normand) Although lighter in weight than the Basset Hound, the Basset Artesian Normand is reminiscent of the breed. Basset Artesian Normands have a short body that is twice as long as it is tall. They have stout legs and a slightly dewlapped, muscular neck. Their ...

Basset Hounds have a body that is twice as long as it is tall. Their limbs are stout and their bodies are low to the ground. The breed’s chest is very deep and sticks out in front of the forelegs. The Basset Hound has a large head with a dome-shaped skull and prominent occiput. The plane of the breed’s muzzle is parallel to the top of the skull. Basset ...

(English Beagle) The Beagle is a comparatively small hound with a square-shaped, sturdy build. They have broad, slightly domed skulls and a straight, square muzzle. Their noses have full nostrils and their eyes are brown or hazel in color. Many people say the Beagle is reminiscent of a small English Foxhound. Beagles have long, wide, pendant-shaped ears and ...

The Bearded Collie is a medium-sized ancestor of the Old English Sheepdog with an agile body and a number of natural herding abilities. The breed has a sturdy, robust build and a large, broad head that features a muzzle that is equal in length to the back-skull. Their wide-set eyes sit in the middle of their. The eyes are large and full of expression. The eye ...

(Berger de Beauce, Bas Rouge, Beauce Shepherd) The Beauceron is an exceptionally athletic and strong breed with a body structure that is similar to that of the Belgian Malinois. Beauceron are about the same size as a Doberman Pinscher. Beauceron have a distinctive double dewclaw on their hind legs that causes them to have six toes on each rear foot. The ears ...

Bedlington Terriers have a pear-shaped head, arched back, and curly coat that many people say resembles that of a sheep. Their sloped heads have no pronounced stop and their small eyes are deep set. They have pointy tails and straight front legs. The thick double coat of the Bedlington Terrier is a mixture of harsh and soft hairs. It comes in blue, liver, or sand ...

(Belgian Sheepdog, Belgian Shepherd, Chien de Berger Belge) The Belgian Groenendael is an elegant herding breed with a muscular, agile body and proud posture. Their large bodies are lightweight and squarely proportioned, and their deep chests are medium-sized and reach to the level of the elbows. Their hindquarters are lean and well-muscled and their straight ...

(Belgian Shepherd Laekenois, Chien de Berger Belge) The Belgian Laekenois is one of the four types of Belgian Sheepdogs. The breed’s wiry coat gives the Belgian Laekenois a distinctive and unique appearance. The size and stature of the Belgian Laekenois is very similar to that of the other Belgian Sheepdogs. They are sturdy and squarely built with good ...

(Belgian Shepherd Malinois, Malinois, Chien de Berger Belge) The Belgian Malinois is one of four types of Belgian Sheepdogs. Their bodies are square-shaped and are approximately as long as the length of their tail. They are elegantly muscled and agile, and they carry their heads proudly. Their backs are level and feature a slight slope at the withers, and ...

The Belgian Mastiff is a very large breed that is said to be extinct. They have a strong, brawny build and impressive muscular strength. The breed has a broad forehead with a well-developed skull and their ears are proportionately large and hanging. The back of the breed is higher than the front of the dog. The Belgian Mastiff has a sleek-shorthaired coat that ...

(Tervuren, Chien de Berger Belge) The Belgian Tervuren is one of four types of Belgian Sheepdogs. The breed is slender, squarely proportioned, and strong. Their elegantly muscled bodies are strong and carried proudly, but they are not bulky or heavy. Their backs are level and their hindquarters are solidly muscled. The limbs are straight and feature round, ...

The Belgrade Terrier has a body that resembles that of a Basset Hound or Dachshund. Their bodies are very long and short to the ground. They have long, dropped ears.

(Bergamo Shepherd Dog, Cane da Pastore Bergamasco, Bergamaschi, Bergamese Shepherd) The Bergamasco Sheepdog is an ancient breed of sheepdog that possesses excellent balance, agility, and speed. They are of medium stature and have a well-proportioned body that is rustic in appearance. They are solidly built and compact with great resistance and strength. The ...

(Berger Picard, Bacardi Shepherd, Picardy Shepherd, Berger de Picardie) The Berger De Picard is a medium-sized breed with a well-muscled build and a body that is slightly longer than it is tall. The breed’s high-set ears stand erect on the head and are wider at the base than at the tip. They have thick eyebrows and a tail that is left natural. The ...

(Berner, Berner Sennenhund) The Bernese Mountain Dog is a hardy breed with a sturdy, heavy build and a beautiful double coat. Their compact body is well muscled and features a broad, deep chest. The brisket reaches to at least the level of the elbows. They have a wide head with a slight furrow down the middle and a pair of average-sized, triangular-shaped ...

(Bichon à poil frisé) The Bichon Frise is a small breed that bears a striking physical resemblance to the Maltese. The French name “Bichon Frisé” literally translates to the phrase “Curly lap dog”. The body of this breed is exceptionally muscled, especially throughout the lower thighs and rump. The Bichon Frise has ...

(Biewer Yorkie, Biewer Yorkshire) The Biewer is a long-haired toy terrier with a neat, compact frame and a sturdy build. Despite its small size, the body of the Biewer is powerful and well-proportioned. The breed’s long-haired coat hangs straight down the sides of the body and from the base of the skull to the end of the tail. The breed’s coat ...

(Southern Cur, Yellow Black Mouth Cur, Southern Black Mouth Cur, American Black Mouth Cur) The Black Mouth Cur is a strong, sturdy hunting breed with a muscular build and powerful presence. They have a prominent muzzle and hanging ears that are medium-sized. Tails of this breed can be quite long, but many Black Mouth Curs have their tails docked. Their chests ...

(Chornyi, Terrier Noir Russe, Russian Bear Schnauzer, Black Terrier, Tchiorny Terrier) The Black Russian Terrier is a rare Russian breed that has an above average-sized body and a robust, hardy build. They are large, powerful, and sturdy. Their block-shaped head is long and boasts a broad skull. Their muzzle has a square-shaped appearance that is further ...

(St. Hubert Hound, Chien de Saint Hubert) The Bloodhound is a hound breed that has a powerful presence and massive build. Their jowls and hanging skin give the dog a dopey, mournful expression. The neck of this breed is very well muscled and boasts folds of loose, wrinkled skin. The back is extremely strong for the dog’s size, and the shoulders are ...

(Blue Lacy Game Dog, Texas Blue Lacy Game Dog) The Blue Lacy is a working breed that has a smooth, tight coat that is an unusual slate blue color. This distinguished coat hue is a genetic rarity. The coat is sleek and clean in appearance. White markings may or may not be present on the brisket, and they are often present on the dog’s paws. The Blue Lacy ...

(Bluetick) The Bluetick Coonhound has a short-haired, thick coat that is somewhat harsh to the touch. The unique speckled-blue color of this breed is a distinguishing characteristic. The heavy ticking actually consists of black hairs that are dispersed onto a white background. This combination is what causes the bluing affect. The tail of the Bluetick ...

(African Boerboel) The Boerboel is a large-sized working breed with a powerful presence and a strong, sturdy build. They have good balance and a body that is well-muscled. Male Boerboels are significantly more masculine in appearance than their female counterparts. All parts of the Boerbel’s body are well in proportion. The head of this breed is said to ...

(Chodsky Pes, Chodenhund) The Bohemian Shepherd is a medium-sized shepherd with a body that is just longer than it is tall. Their build is compact, sturdy, and well-proportioned for an overall look of harmony. Their pointed ears are erect, high-set, and small in size, and their neckline is elegant, extended, and marked with long, lush fur. The vast majority ...

The Bolognese is a small, stocky toy dog with a compact build and a distinctive coat of long, fluffy white hair. The length of the body is equal to the height of the body at the withers. The breed’s back is straight and the loin is slightly convex. Both the back and the loin merge harmoniously into the line of the croup. The withers are not exceptionally ...

The Border Collie is a medium-sized dog that resembles a lightweight Australian Shepherd. The body of this breed is just longer than its height at the withers. The breed’s skull is comparatively broad and features a distinctly marked stop. Their tapered muzzle features a black nose. The breed’s eyes are oval in shape and almost always dark brown in ...

Border Terriers are small-sized terriers with a lively appearance and a distinctive double coat. Their muzzles are short and their dark eyes possess an enthusiastic expression. They have black noses and a pair of small ears that fold forward into a “V” shape. Their teeth close in a scissors bite and their short, tapered tails are carried level with ...

(Russian Wolfhound, Russkaya Psovaya Borzaya, Psowaya Barsaya) The Borzoi is a very tall, aristocratic type of hound dog that carries himself proudly. Their head is long, narrow, and thin, and their muzzle features a slight arch. They have a pair of oblong-shaped eyes that are dark in color and a black nose. Ears of this breed lie back onto the neck, but they ...

(Boston Bull, Boston Bull Terrier) The Boston Terrier is a compact, stout, well-muscled mastiff breed. Their distinctive face features a short, broad muzzle and a pair of large, round, far-set eyes that are dark in color. Their ears are short and stand erect, and their nose is large and black in color. The Boston Terrier’s head is wide and flat, and the ...

(Flanders Cattle Dog, Vlaamse Koehond) The Bouvier des Flandres is a large, powerful dog with an impressive physical presence. They are squarely proportioned with a wide, deep chest and straight, well-muscled limbs. Their large-sized head features a muzzle that is strong and broad, and their nose is large and black. Their oval-shaped eyes are dark brown in ...

(German Boxer, Deutscher Boxer) The Boxer has a powerful, stocky body with compact muscles and square-shaped proportions. They have round, brawny necks that are well-muscled and do not possess any dewlap. Their front limbs are straight and parallel and their tails are carried high. The tails of this breed are usually docked, and the heads of this breed are ...

The Boykin Spaniel is a hunting breed with a sturdy build and compact, muscular frame. They have a typical Spaniel type head with a broad skull, moderate stop, and medium-length, square-shaped muzzle. They have long ears that are covered in curly hair and amber or golden eyes with a thoughtful, wistful expression. Their light eye color is one of their signature ...

(Bourbonnais Pointer, Bourbonnais Pointing Dog) The Braque du Bourbonnais is a pointing dog with a medium-sized stature and a muscular, elegant physique. The breed’s withers are prominent and strong, and their loins are slightly convex. Their body is short, compact, stout, and broad and their chest is long, deep, and broad. The chest reaches to a level ...

(Fox Paulistinha, Terrier Brasileiro) The Brazilian Terrier has a compact, narrow, well-proportioned body that features a flat, triangular skull. The breed’s chest is narrow and the tail may be docked or kept natural. Brazilian Terriers have a coat that is always tri-color. The coat color is white and tan and features a series of markings in black, ...

The Briard is a herding and working breed with a strong, large, muscular body and an elegant, agile gait that makes them appear to float when they walk. Their muzzles are long and square-shaped and feature a black nose. Ears of this breed are usually clipped in a rounded shape so that hair falls from them attractively. They have a long, feathered tail with a ...

(Brittany, Epagneul Breton, American Brittany) The Brittany Spaniel is a popular hunting dog with a medium build and a leggy, hearty stature. They are active, agile, and love to roam. Their skulls are rounded and medium-length with a comparatively straight muzzle and a pronounced stop. Their noses are dark and vary slightly in color depending on the color of ...

The Broholmer is a Mastiff-typed dog that is large in size and features a strong, rectangular build. They are powerful and move swiftly, and their forequarters are exceptionally prominent. They have a large head that is comparatively wide and a brawny neck that features a bit of loose skin. They have deep, broad chests and a head that hangs comparatively low. When ...

(Griffon Belge, Griffon Bruxellois, Brussels Griffon, Petit Brabancon, Belgian Griffon) There are three varieties of Griffon. The Belgian Griffon has a coat that is long and wiry with tufts of fringe around its face. The coat of the Brussels Griffon is longer than that of the Belgian Griffon. The Petit Brabancon (the third variety of Griffon) has a smooth, ...

(Ciobanesc Romanesc de Bucovina, Ciobanesc de Bucovian, Romanian Bukovina Sheepdog, Bukovina Wolfdog, Bukovinac, Bucovina Sheepdog) The Bukovina Sheepdog has a large, muscular body that is very powerful and somewhat bulky in parts. They have well-supported backs and a tall, broad chest that reaches the level of the elbows. Their ribs are arched and their ...

(English Bull Terrier, Standard Bull Terrier, English Standard Bull Terrier, English Miniature Bull Terrier) The Bull Terrier is a stout and muscular dog with a well-proportioned, thick-set body. Their shoulders are brawny, their body is round, and their tails are carried horizontally. The breed’s most distinctive feature is their long head that is flat ...

(Bull Mastiff) The Bullmastiff is massively and powerfully built, but he is not cumbersome or awkward. Their backs are short, straight, and level between the withers and loin. Their large heads are broad and wrinkled and feature a comparatively short, square-shaped, dark muzzle that is about 1/3 of the length of their head. Their nose is black with large, ...