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Bullmastiff

The Bullmastiff is a giant breed of dog that originated in the United Kingdom where it was commonly used to protect the large estates of wealthy Englishmen…

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Double Doodle

The Double Doodle is a mixed breed that is usually a cross between a Goldendoodle and a Labradoodle, although it can be any combination of the Golden…

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Estrela Mountain Dog

The Estrela Mountain Dog is a large breed of dog that came from Portugal where it was mainly used to guard sheep and private homes. These dogs are known by a…

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Pin Tzu

The pin-tzu is a small hybrid cross between a miniature pinscher and a shih tzu. Pin-tzus weigh between eight and 16 pounds. Their silky coats come in brown…

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Schweenie

The Schweenie is a cross between a Dachsund and a Shih-Tzu, and is most often colored black, brown, or orange. It is a dog which is small in height like its…

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Norwegian Lundehund

The Norwegian lundehund was developed during the 1500s in Norway to hunt the puffin birds that were among the dietary mainstays of the Norwegian people. When…

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Havanese

The Havanese is Cuba’s only native dog, and it is recognized as the national dog. The breed evolved in Cuba from the bichon breeds brought over by the Spanish…

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Daug

Daugs are small hybrid dogs created from mixing the Dachshund and Pug pure breeds. These small dogs inherit traits from both parents and can come with fine…

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American Bullweiler

The American Bullweiler is a cross between the American Bulldog and the Rottweiler. Because of the cross between two purebred dogs, the American Bullweiler is…

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Poo Ton

Also known as a Coton Poo, this breed is a combination of the Miniature Poodle and the Coton De Tulear. Their coat is of medium length and can be wavy or…

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Blue Picardy Spaniel

The Blue Picardy Spaniel weighs between 43 and 45 pounds and has a maximum height of 24 inches. Its life span is generally between 10 and 13 years. This is a…

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Sheltie Shepherd

The Sheltie shepherd is the hybrid cross between a Shetland sheepdog and a German shepherd. The large dog weighs between 60 and 70 pounds. The Sheltie…

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Engam Bulldog

The EngAm Bulldog is a cross breed of the English Bulldog and American Bulldog purebreeds. These dogs range in size from medium to large, weighing 70-110…

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Portuguese Water Dog

The Portuguese water dog hails from Portugal, where it was utilized by Portuguese fishermen for centuries. The dog’s tasks included hauling in fishing nets…

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Italian Segugio

Whether you desire one of the most popular dogs in Italy for a household companion or you happen to be a hunting enthusiast in need of a capable dog to join…

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Lhasa Apso

The Lhasa apso originated in the Himalayan Mountains of Tibet several centuries ago. The dog is named after the holy city of Lhasa, where Tibetan monks…

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Bichon Yorkie

The Bichon Yorkie weighs between six and eight pounds and has a maximum height of twelve inches. These dogs are considered low maintenance in regards to…

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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

The Nova Scotia duck-tolling retriever was developed in Canada by the Micmac Indians in their quest to produce a dog that could lure ducks into shooting range…

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Schnese

Schneses are small dogs, weighing only between 6-8 lbs, with bodies completely covered in fur, and long, straight legs. They come in many different colors…

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Miniature Australian Shepterrier

The Mini Australian Shepterrier is a cross between the Australian Terrier and the Miniature Australian Shepherd. They are short and sturdy with short legs…

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