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Shih Mo
The Shih-Mo is a hybrid breed cross between the American Eskimo Dog and the Shih Tzu. It is a small to medium breed, measuring around 12 to 18 inches high and…
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Sharmatian
The sharmatian is the hybrid cross of a shar-pei and a Dalmatian. This large dog weighs between 40 and 60 pounds. A sharmatian’s coat is short, and it sheds…
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Plummer Terrier
Although this dog may resemble a cross between a Jack Russell terrier and a beagle, the Plummer terrier is actually a purebred hunting dog that originated in…
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Drentse Patrijshond
For a rare breed that resembles a spaniel and a setter in one dog, the Drentsche patrijshond is an outstanding gun dog to take along on hunting expeditions…
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Alaskan Klee Kai
As stated previously, the Alaskan Klee Kai is a new breed that dates back to the mid 1970s when an Alaskan woman by the name of Linda Spurlin brought a small…
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Caravan Hound
The Caravan Hound may also be called a Mudhol Hound. This breed is typically tall, sleek, and muscular, with a narrow muzzle. These dogs average in height at…
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Chihuahua
The tiny Chihuahua is chock full of spunk and attitude. If you are looking for a dog that will fit into an oversized purse to accompany you around the town…
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Tawny Brittany Griffon
This breed was used for its hunting abilities to rein in the threat of wolves on sheep flocks. Originating in the Middle ages, Tawny Brittany Griffons were…
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Huskita
The Huskita is a hybrid dog created from the mixture of the Akita Inu and Siberian Husky. They may be medium to giant in size, with strong builds and dense…
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Maremma
The Maremma gets its name from the Maremma region of Tuscany, Italy, where American and English breeders first spotted the dog. The Maremma actually…
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Bulloxer
There is little historical information available for the bulloxer. This dog is a cross between the boxer and the American bulldog. It does not matter which…
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Havashu
The Havashu is renowned for its alertness and cheerful nature. This crossbreed of the Shih Tzu dog and the Havanese is also loving, responsive, playful…
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Lab Aire
The Lab’Aire is a crossbreed of the Airedale Terrier and the Labrador retriever. This crossbreed is usually available in brown, white, black and yellow. The…
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Russell Terrier
The Russell terrier was named after John Russell, the Oxford reverend and hunting enthusiast who was commonly known as the sporting parson. He developed the…
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Telomian
Native to Malaysia, the Telomian is notable for being the only Malaysian dog known outside that Southeastern Asian country. Also, it is an extremely rare dog…
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Goldmaraner
The Goldmaraner is a large hybrid dog that comes from the mix of the Weimaraner and the Golden Retriever purebreds. They come in a variety of shades of gold…
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American Staghound
American Staghounds are gentle, calm, affectionate, and aren’t suited for guard dog purposes, seldom being territorial. Interaction with other large dog…
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Akita Shepherd
A hybrid dog, the Akita Shepherd is named for its mixed origin. It is a cross between the Akita Inu and the German Shepherd, which trace their origins to…
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American Bullnese Hybrid
The history of the American Bullnese Hybrid is not well documented, but this breed cross is relatively new. It was in the late 1980s in Florida that Robert E…
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Lapponian Herder
The Lapponian Herder traces its roots to Finland approximately 200 years ago. Although it has not been proven, people who love this breed believe it to be the…