1. Working Dog: Working Dogs were bred to perform such jobs as guarding property, pulling sleds and performing water rescues. They include the Doberman Pinscher, Siberian Husky and Great Dane. Quick to learn, these intelligent, capable animals make solid companions. Their large size and strength make many working dogs unsuitable as pets for average families. They must be properly trained



2. Sporting Dog: Sporting dogs are active and alert, and are likeable, well-rounded companions. They include pointers, retrievers, setters and spaniels. Potential owners of Sporting dogs need to realize that they require regular invigorating exercise.



3. Terrier: Terriers are feisty, energetic dogs whose sizes range from fairly small, as in the Norfolk, Cairn or West Highland White Terrier, to the grand Airedale Terrier. Terriers generally have little tolerance for other animals, including other dogs. Most terriers have wiry coats that require special grooming known as stripping. In general, they make engaging pets, but require owners with the determination to match their dogs' lively characters



4. Toy: Toy dogs are popular with city dwellers and people without much living space. They make ideal apartment dogs and love to sit on human laps. A Toy dog minimizes some of the problems inherent in canines such as shedding, creating messes and cost of care.



5. Non-sporting Dog: Non-Sporting breeds are a varied collection in terms of size, coat, personality and overall appearance. They include sturdy animals such as the Chow Chow, Dalmatian, French Bulldog, and Keeshond. They also include the Schipperke and Tibetan Spaniel. Other types are the Poodle and Lhasa Apso.



6. Herding Dog: The Herding Group were formerly members of the Working Group. All breeds share the ability to control the movement of other animals. They include the low-set Corgi that can drive a herd of cows many times its size to pasture by leaping and nipping at their heels. Pure instinct prompts many of these dogs to gently herd their owners, especially the children of the family. In general, these intelligent dogs make excellent companions and respond well to training exercises.



7. Hound: Most hounds were used for hunting. Some have acute scenting powers to follow a trail. Others have incredible stamina to run down quarry. Includes Pharaoh Hounds, Norwegian Elkhounds, Afghans and Beagles, among others.



8. Miscellaneous: These include Dogue de Bordeaux, Irish Red and White Setter, Norwegian Buhund, Pyrenean Shepherd, and Redbone Coonhound

Miscellaneous Breeds

Hounds

Non Sporting

Sporting

Working