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Dog Breeds Easy GuideThere are hundreds of dog breeds, all of various shapes and sizes with varying requirements and personalities. Finding the right puppy from all the breeds of dog available can be a tricky business but there's help at hand! Our easy guide will set you off in the right direction. Most dog breeds fit into 1 of 6 types of dog
Don't forget our choosing a dog page tells you the secret to picking the perfect puppy or dog for you. Every time! Simply read about the general characteristics of the 6 main types of dog. You can find out more about each of the dog breeds by clicking on their link. Hunting Dogs (Gun dogs) These dog breeds generally to make good pets, especially Labradors and Retrievers, which are renowned for their gentle and obliging nature. Hunting dog breeds include: Working Dogs The larger dog breeds are usually bred for guarding or livestock control. They are extremely strong, and as such can be very difficult to control on walks or at home if they are not fully trained in obedience skills. Working dog breeds are generally known to bond with individuals and are considered to be affectionate and protective towards family members. Because of these attributes it is important to get your puppy from a responsible breeder, to ensure that it is good natured towards people and other animals. Working dog breeds include: Hound Dogs When they are challenging their energies to 'hunting and foraging', these dogs are in heaven. If you have plenty of time for walking, then a hound can be the perfect companion. However, long periods spent away from its owner can lead dog breeds of this type to it becoming withdrawn and unhappy. Hound dogs include: Utility Dogs Utility dog breeds include: Terriers Terriers require daily exercise (but not as much as larger breeds). With firm handling they can make great family pets. Terrier dog breeds include: Toy Dogs Toy dog breeds include: |