Italian Greyhounds are an ancient breed, dating back over 5,000 years. Evidence of their remains has been found in Egyptian tombs and drawings of the breed were found in the ruins of…

The Greyhound is an old breed originally thought to be related to Egyptian dogs. Recent DNA analysis, however, shows that they’re more likely related to a dog used by the ancient Celts.…

The French Bulldog is a companion dog that became popular in Paris in the 1800s. Since then, French Bulldogs have been in more homes because of their small size and friendly nature…

The Dogue de Bordeaux, also known as the French Mastiff, has a long and sometimes unclear history. This breed was known around southern France (particularly the Bordeaux region) as early as the…

The Doberman is a medium-large dog breed that is affectionate and popular because of its intelligence, loyalty, and strength. Dobermans, also known as Doberman Pinschers or Dobies, are a majestic and muscular…

A breed of the Spitz type that originated in Germany. This is a young breed that began in 1960 when Julius Wipfel and group of enthusiasts embarked on creating a breed with…

Cockers are one of the oldest known kinds of Land Spaniel. They are descendants of the original Spaniels from Spain and have become a family known to be much diversified in type,…

The English Bulldog has been around for a while, although its ancestors were quite different in temperament than the Bulldog of today. These dogs were originally bred for the sport of bull…

History The origin of the Dalmatian is a matter of mystery and dispute. The World Canine Organization recognises that it originated in Dalmatia, a region in Croatia, but does not give the…

Being one of the most easily recognizable breeds out there today, the Dachshund is full of personality and energy that can keep you on your toes. Originally bred for hunting badgers, weasels…