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.
Popular Dog Breeds
Cairn Terrier
The Cairn terrier a Scottish highlander dog known for hunting and chasing quarry. It is an active-playful kind of a breed that needs a daily walk in a open area preferably a fenced lawn or a yard.
Rhodesian Ridgeback
The Rhodesian Ridgeback breed comes from southern Africa. These dogs are lean, muscular, and known for their trademark fur that grows opposite the rest down their back. A Rhodesian Ridgeback would make an excellent addition to any active family.
Jack Russell Terriers
The JRT or the Jack Russell Terriers, are originally a fox hunting dog breed bred by Reverend Jack Russell somewhere in the early 18th century
German Spitz
German Spitzes are spitz-type dogs from Germany. Although they are considered a single breed, they come in five varieties based on size and colour: the Wolfsspitz or Keeshond, the Giant Spitz or Großspitz, the Medium Spitz or Mittelspitz, the Miniature...
American Staffordshire Terrier
If you're looking for a loving, easy-to-handle watchdog, the American Staffordshire terrier, also known as the AmStaff, is a good choice. They are descendants of the terrier and the bulldog. The Staffy has a long history, and American Staffordshire...
Rat Terrier
Ratties or Rat Terriers are loving, loyal, and extremely energetic. They love to play and romp around with their family. They are also very friendly toward people they know. You and your family are the first priority.
Shih Tzu
Wonderful lapdogs, the shih tzu has a winning personality, and it can be hard to say no to these adorable pups. Shih tzus are sweet and bubbly, with moderate energy levels, especially if they grow up with children. They are very gentle but stubborn if...
Otterhound
Otterhound is a scent-hound, that originated in England. It is one of the rarest breeds in the world with a population of only several hundred.
Basenji
The Central African Basenji breed is known for its small body, short hair, pointed ears and curled tail. They are an energetic bunch that will stay alert and full of energy. Inviting a Basenji into your home will easily liven things up.
