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.

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McNab Shepherd

A McNab can also be known as a McNab collie, McNab dog, McNab cattle dog, etc. DNA testing shows that they are clearly different from Border Collies, which are sometimes mistaken for them. Currently, McNab’s have a founding registry, and at some point...

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Belgian Malinois

Often mistaken for a German Shepherd dog, the Belgian Malinois is an active, affectionate dog that takes pride in doing a good job and pleasing their owner. If you are looking for a loyal, hardworking, and energetic pup to bring into your family, the...

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Silken Windhound

An affectionate, playful, and eager-to-please dog breed, the Silken Windhound is very gentle and affectionate. In addition to being easily trained, they also love their families including those with small children and pets. Their affectionate nature...

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How Much Does a Caucasian Shepherd Cost?

Caucasian Shepherd

The Caucasian shepherd is a large dog breed from the Caucasus mountain region that spans both Europe and Asia, which explains the very furry coats they often have. They are considered giant dogs and are one of the largest dog breeds in the world. Are...

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BLue Lacy

Blue Lacy

A working dog, good at both hunting and herding, the Blue lacy breed is the only breed having its origin in the state of Texas

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Tosa Inu

Tosa Inu

The Tosa Inu is a Japanese mastiff type dog breed with a muscular body and dark brown eyes. They have small and thin ears which are flopped on either side of the face. Tosa Inu is one of the rare dog breeds found in Japan.

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Akita dog

Akita

The Akita is a large sturdy breed with a broad head and a short muzzle. They also have a muscular body with small eyes and upright ears.

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Otterhound dog

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.

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Bearded Collie

In Scotland, the Bearded Collie or Beardie or Highland Collie or Mountain Collie or Hairy Mou'ed Collie dog breed was bred to herd sheep and cattle in any climate or setting. Today, they make wonderful family pets, working sheepdogs, show dogs, or...

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