Dog Breeds
Dog Breeds

Dog Breeds

If you’re looking for a new dog best friend, search Spot’s dog breed profiles to learn more about a breed before you bring a new pet home. Find out how to care for a new dog breed, understand their personality, energy levels, cost of care, and most important, vet care costs.

Barbet Dog

Barbet

Barbet was used as a water retriever for generations in France, a close relative of poodle and briard. Extremely intelligent, sociable, and energetic.

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A black white and tan dog with long fur is sitting in a grassy park.

English Shepherd

A pure farm dog, English Shepherd, also known as the Farm Collie or the American Farm Shepherd, is a working dog from the UK. The breeding purpose here was to herd cattle and sheep on the farms which has now extended to the roles of watchdog, ratter...

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Bernedoodle dog

Bernedoodle (Bernese Mountain Dog + Poodle)

Bernedoodles are companion dogs at their core. Bernedoodles are a mix of the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Poodle. They inherit both the intelligence of their parents and the charm, goofiness, and happy-go-lucky temperament of their Poodle parents.

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Smooth Collie

Smooth Collie

A Smooth Collie is a breed of dog that was created initially for herding purposes. They are a short-coated version of the Rough Collie of Lassie fame. There are a few breed organizations that consider smooth-coated and rough-coated dogs to be...

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Irish Wolfhound

Irish Wolfhound

The Irish Wolfhound is a dog with lineage that dates back to ancient times. This breed is most well-known for its large body and wiry fur. They have long necks and very muscular bodies but don’t shed as much. A powerful dog indeed. They’re very smart...

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A Norwegian Elkhound dog with gray and black fur is panting.

Norwegian Elkhound

Norwegian Elkhounds are beautiful dogs with wolf-like faces. While they are smart as can be, they also have a great sense of humour. They'll race you around the kitchen island, reverse directions when you do, and then howl.

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American White Shepherd

American White Shepherd

White Shepherd or the American White Shepherd is a medium-sized, powerful, fearless, and clever dog breed. It is basically the white version of the German Shepherd. Their loyalty can be confirmed by the fact that they wouldn’t think twice before giving...

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A beagle runs joyfully over a grassy field.

Beagle

Beagles are beloved for their playful, friendly personalities, but make no mistake that hound dog instincts reside as well. These pups will sniff, chase, explore, and howl, but if you’re an active owner who can keep up and put time into training, the...

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Dogo Argentino

Dogo Argentino

The dogo is sizable, athletic, quick, and intelligent. It's an elite, instinctive sporting dog with an affectionate side for a master that can establish themselves as the alpha. These beasts have a strong prey instinct and potential for aggression....

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