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Cairn
Terrier:
The Cairn Terrier is one of the oldest terrier breeds, originating in the Scottish Highlands and recognized as one of Scotland's earliest working dogs, used for hunting burrowing prey among the cairns. Although the breed had existed long before, the name Cairn Terrier was a compromise suggestion after the breed was originally brought to official shows in the United Kingdom in 1909 under the name Short-haired Skye terriers
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Canaan
Dog:
The Canaan Dog is the national dog breed of Israel. It may have existed in the Middle East for millennia. is a typical pariah dog in appearance. They have a medium build, natural upright ears, and a short to medium double coat, with a harsh, flat outercoat and soft undercoat, Colour ranges from black to cream and all shades of brown and red between, usually with small white markings
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Canadian
Eskimo Dog:
The Canadian Eskimo Dog is a larger breed of Arctic dogs, which are often considered to be North America’s oldest and rarest remaining purebred indigenous domestic canine. Other names include Qimmiq (Inuit for "dog") or what is considered to be the more politically correct Canadian Inuit Dog
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Canary
Islands Hound:
The coat is very short and is easy to groom; thus it should be brushed with a firm bristle brush and wipe over with a piece of toweling or chamois for a gleaming finish. This breed is an average shedder
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Cane
Corso:
The Cane Corso is an Italian breed of dog used mainly as a guard dog. It is of the large molosser type. Cane Corsos are naturally reserved with strangers, but generally relax eventually. Corsos are a quiet breed who frequently suffer from separation anxiety. Although many breeders claim that these dogs are aggressive, the true Corso should be indifferent when approached and should only react when a real threat is present
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Canis
Panther:
Canis Pantheris is heavily muscled and has a wide chest and jaw line. Typically, they have cropped ears, their tails are docked, and the rear dew claws are removed. The breed standard is short fine fur of solid color. They are strong, healthy, and breed true. The Canis Panther is a very sensitive and loving animal to its family "pack". They are very intelligent, easy to train and extremely loyal
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Cao
da Serra da Estrela:
The Estrela Mountain Dog is a breed of dog that has been used to guard herds and homesteads in the Estrela Mountains for centuries. They are very protective of their property and family, friendly with children, but suspicious of any strangers, and can be stubborn. Will protect their pack (family) no matter what
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Caravan
Hound:
The head is long and narrow and broad between the ears with a tapering muzzle. The jaws are long and powerful, but deceptively weak looking. The nose is large and may be black or liver colored. The ears are moderate in size and hang close to the skull. The eyes are large and oval in shape, being dark hazel to amber. The expression is a piercing gaze. The neck is long, clean and muscular and fits well into the shoulders, which are well-laid back
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Cardigan
Welsh Corgi:
The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is one of two separate dog breeds known as Welsh Corgis that originated in Wales. It is one of the oldest herding breeds. Cardigan Welsh corgis can become extremely loyal family dogs. They do however need daily physical and mental stimulation. For their size, they need a surprising amount of exercise. Due to their working heritige, their needs would be best met in open space
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Carlin
Pinscher:
The Carlin Pinscher is a mixed-breed dog, originating from the Miniature Pinscher and the Pug. It is a relatively new type of dog, bred by various individuals since the mid-1990s. They are not yet a recognized purebred dog breed. Carlins are an intelligent breed of dog; however, they are not as intelligent as breeds such as Border Collies or Poodles. They can also be stubborn and independent
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Carolina
Dog:
The Carolina Dog, or American Dingo, is a type of wild dog discovered in the late 1970s. They were located living in isolated stretches of longleaf pines and cypress swamps in the Southeastern United States. Some ancient paintings and rock art of Native Americans depict dogs that have physical traits similar to those of Carolina Dogs. Carolina Dogs also have a ginger-colored coat that is found on other wild dogs, including Australian Dingoes and Korea’s native dog, the Jindo
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Carpatin:
All peoples in păstorit traditions and have selected along centuries own dogs, that needed work. Thus, Romanian and breeders have selected, infinitele varieties of dogs used to stână on May those considered valuable in the sense that they were more effective. Copies could be appreciated, of course, unique in terms of phenotypically, but could be part of a relatively homogeneous actually also dogs
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Catahoula
Bulldog:
The Catahoula Bulldog is a dog hybrid (not a purebred dog); it is a cross between the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the American Bulldog for a specific purpose. (Al Walker of Animal Research Foundation states: The Catahoula Bulldog is recognized as 50% Catahoula Leopard and 50% American Bulldog in the first generation cross. In succeeding generations
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Catahoula
Leopard Dog:
The Catahoula Cur or Louisiana Catahoula Leopard Dog, is named after Catahoula Parish in the state of Louisiana in the United States. Of remaining dog breeds, the Catahoula is believed to have occupied North America the longest, aside from the dogs descended from Native American-created breeds
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Catalan
Sheepdog:
The Catalan Sheepdog is a breed of Catalan pyrenean dog used as sheepdog. The dog is mainly bred in Europe, especially in Catalonia, Finland, Germany, and Sweden. This breed is used for herding and as a companion. Because of its intelligence, the Gos D'Atura, like most sheepdogs, are easy to train. This cheerful dog are also known to do all kinds of dog-sports, such as agility and doggy-dance
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Caucasian
Ovcharka:
The Caucasian Ovtcharka has moderate deep-set, dark eyes. The ears are densely covered with hair for insulation. The hips are slightly raised from the line of the back. The tail is profusely covered with a long feathering of heavy hair. The forelimbs are long, straight, and densely boned. The paws are large and heavy, with hair between the toes, providing excellent insulation and protection. The nose is black and prominent with well opened, large nostrils
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Cavalier
King Charles Spaniel:
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a small breed of dog usually considered one of the toy dog breeds. It is a small spaniel with substantial silky coat of moderate length, often with a mild wave, and long ears. Four colors are recognized. The breed originated in the 20th century, though has its roots in the older King Charles Spaniel of the Restoration. This breed was loved by King Charles the second of England. He passed a law that they were allowed in parliament
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Central
Asia Shepherd Dog:
Central Asian Ovtcharka (also known as Sredneaziatskaya Ovtcharka) is recognized by FCI, the #1 European Kennel Club, as a breed of Russian origin. Most breed representatives reside in Russia, and local Kennel Club officials refer to Central Asians as one of the most popular dog breeds in country, often rating as # 1 breed
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Cesky
Fousek:
The Cesky Fousek (for females: Ceska Fouska) is a Czech breed of versatile gun dog. They are wirehaired, and have the beard and moustache ("facial furnishings") common to the wirehaired breeds. There is a dramatic difference in size between the bitches and dogs of this breed. The Cesky Fousek is thought to be an ancient breed, although written standards were first established in the nineteenth century
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Cesky
Terrier:
The Cesky Terrier is a small terrier originating in Czechoslovakia. The name is pronounced Chess-kee (after its Czech name Český teriér, literally Czech Terrier). This is a sweet and happy dog that is good with children and tends to be less dog-aggressive than some other terrier breeds. Patient and brave, they are loyal, obedient, and courageous dogs. They are intelligent and more trainable than many other terriers. They are easy to handle. They love people, especially children, and are fairly friendly with strangers
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Chart
Polski:
The Chart Polski (pronounced "Hart Pole-Ski") is a breed of dog originating from Poland. It is a large, muscular dog that was bred for hunting hares, foxes, deer, and wolves. This breed was not bred, developed, or reconstructed from the "English" Greyhound or the Borzoi - the Polish Sighthound breed type had been well established long before those breeds were known in the area which included Poland
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Chesapeake
Bay Retriever:
The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a breed of dog that was developed along the Chesapeake Bay. It hunts under adverse weather and water conditions, even if having to break ice during the course of many strenuous multiple retrieves. The breed is very protective of its people and property. Many owners refer to this breed as the "Chessie"
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Chihuahua:
The Chihuahua is the smallest breed of dog in the world and is named after the state of Chihuahua in Mexico, where it was discovered in 1850. The AKC Chihuahua standard lists under color: "Any color-Solid, marked or splashed". This allows for all colors from solid blacks to solid whites, spotted, or a variety of other colors and patterns. A few examples are Fawn, Red, Cream, Chocolate, Blue, and Black
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Chinese
Crested Dog:
The Chinese Crested Dog is a smaller (10-13 lbs) breed of dog known for its unusual appearance and entertaining personality. It is a member of the toy dog group. Two types can be born in the same litter; the Hairless and the Powderpuff. For seven consecutive years, from 2002 to 2008, the winner of the World's Ugliest Dog title has been a Chinese Crested
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Chindo:
The Korea Jindo Dog is a breed of dog originating in Korea. The Jindo is a hunting dog, originally from Jindo Island. Although relatively unknown outside Korea, it is celebrated in its native land for its unwavering loyalty to its master. Typically, males are larger with heavier heads and females have more fox-like features. These two types are gradually being blended into a third type called Gakgol
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Chinook:
The Chinook is a rare sleddog type or variety developed in the New England region of the USA in the early 20th century. The breed is described as calm, nonaggressive and friendly, though sometimes reserved with strangers. They are inherently gentle with children. the Chinook seems to owe more to mastiff than to spitz ancestry
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Chippiparai:
The Chippiparai is a sight hound breed of dog from the south of India. Thought to be a descendant of the Saluki, today it is found in the area around Periyar Lake. It is used primarily for hunting wild boar, deer and hare. It is said to be an excellent hunter, and is also used for guarding the home
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Chodsky
pes:
Although it is descended from ancient Bohemian Mastiffs, the modern Chodsky Pes is quite different in terms of appearance and temperament. Unlike the large fierce mastiffs of the past, these new Bohemian Sheepdogs were bred for smaller size and a more agreable personality. The Chodsky Pes was one of the breeds used in the creation of the German Shepherd Dog, a popular breed that was later bred back into the modern Bohemian Sheepdog, reinforcing the similarity in appearance
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Chow
Chow:
Chow Chow, or Chow, is a breed of dog that originated in China, where it is referred to as Songshi Quan which literally means "puffy-lion dog." It is believed that the Chow Chow is one of the native dogs used as the model for the Foo dog, the traditional stone guardians found in front of Buddhist temples and palaces
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Circassian
Orloff Wolfhound:
A greyhound similar to the Siberian Borzoi, but with longer legs and a shorter head, with the forehead not so sloping back between the ears and the eyes more open. Altough long, the coat is not wavy, but lies flat on the body. the coat is longest about the breast and neck, forming a sort of frill. The hind part of the front legs, the thighs, and the lower part of the tail are heavily feathered. The coat color is always dark, black or dark tawny, and fawn on back and other upper parts
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Cirneco
dell'Etna:
The Cirneco dell'Etna (plural Cirnechi) is a small breed of dog originally from Sicily. This hound was historically used to hunt rabbits and can work for hours without food or water. The breed also has a keen sense of smell and is primarily built for endurance over harsh terrain such as that of Mount Etna. It is the smallest of the Mediterranean island hunting hounds, the others being the Pharaoh Hounds and Ibizan Hounds
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Clumber
Spaniel:
The Clumber Spaniel is a breed of dog of the spaniel type, developed in Britain. The Clumber is an efficient gundog, although not as fast as some. It is excellent for upland hunting in heavy cover, and can be a good retriever when trained. The clumber was bred to run through bushes with their big heads and thick, but soft coat. Nothing supposedly is going to stop them on the hunt. He is also an excellent tracker. Their temperament is described as gentle
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Cockapoo:
A cockapoo (also called a spoodle or cockerpoo) is a hybrid dog and is often called a designer dog. It is bred by crossing an American Cocker Spaniel (or English Cocker Spaniel) and a poodle (in most cases the miniature poodle or toy poodle), or by breeding cockapoo to cockapoo.Cockapoos have been known in the United States since about 1950. The earliest known dictionary reference was a 1960 OED citation
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Cocker
Spaniel:
Cocker Spaniel refers to two different breeds of dogs, both of which are commonly called simply "Cocker Spaniel" in their countries of origin. English Cocker Spaniel The American Cocker Spaniel, evolved in the United States from spaniels imported from Great Britain. By the 1930s the American variety had become so different from the English variety that it was given separate breed status
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Collie:
Collie refers to various landraces and breeds of herding dog originating in Britain, especially the upland areas of the north and west. The exact origin of the name is uncertain, although it may derive from Early Scots coll ("coal" or "black"). The collie name refers especially to dogs of Scottish origin, but the collie type is far more widespread in Britain and in many other parts of the world, often being called sheepdog or shepherd dog elsewhere
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Combai:
The Combai is a bear hound found in the south of India. This breed of dog is slightly shorter than the Rajapalayam, but appears heavier because of its powerful build. The Combai is usually red or brown with a black mask, and with a dark line along the back. The chief differences between the Rajapalayam and the Combai breeds are that the Combai has more powerful jaws, often with a black mouth, much more pendent ears, rich red colour and a savage temper
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Coolie
Dogs:
The Coolie is a hard working, intelligent breed of herding dog that originated in Australia. Coolies are eye catching, well balanced, medium sized dogs, with unusual markings in form of patches and flecks of colour. The two main colours are red and blue merle and some people believe solid and black and white varieties are acceptable
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Cordoba
Fighting Dog:
The Cordoba Fighting Dog is an extinct breed of dog. The Cordoba was a crossbreed of Mastiff, Bull Terrier, and Old English Bulldog. The Cordoba Fighting Dog originated in Córdoba, Argentina. The breed had such strong aggression toward other dogs that the males and females would rather fight than mate. In addition, many members of this breed died in the dog fighting pits, contributing to the breed's extinction
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Corgi:
The Welsh Corgi is a dog breed that originated in Wales. They are believed to be descended from Swedish Vallhund dogs that came to Wales with the Vikings. Cor gi means "dwarf dog" in Welsh (and the OED gives the Welsh plural corgwn as an alternative to corgis). Welsh Corgis are generally recognized as two distinct breeds: the Cardigan and the Pembroke. For example, beginning in 1934
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Coton
de Tulear:
The Coton de Tuléar is a small breed of dog. It developed in Madagascar as a companion dog. The Coton de Tuléar has a medium-length (about three inch), fluffy, cotton-like coat that is hair rather than fur. The FCI standard specifies that the Coton's coat should be white but may also have lemon colored, light brown, or grey markings on their ears and body, but it can't take away from the white coat
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Croatian
Mountain Dog:
The Tornjak ("tor" is Bosnian and Croatian for corral sheepfold) is a dog breed native to Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia. It is a mountain sheep dog. The Tornjak typically has stronger bones, and a better highlighted difference between the sexes. Tornjaks are large dogs with long hair in different colors; they are dogs with protective instinct, exceptionally gentle and careful with children
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Croatian
Sheepdog:
The Croatian Sheepdog is a dog breed from Croatia. Croatian sheepdog is of lower medium height and the base color is always black, although there may be very small patches of white on its chest and/or toes. A characteristic is the short hairs on its somewhat fox-like head and legs. The remainder of the coat is longer, wavy or curly. The height at the withers in both sexes is between 16 to 21 inches and the length exceeds the height by approximately
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Cur:
The "cur" dog is one of the few working breeds that originates right here in the United States. They come from different lines, and of different types. While all have a common origination from the southern part of the US, they have similar but distinctively different hunting styles, traits, and separate regional originations
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Curly
Coated Retriever:
The Curly-Coated Retriever is a large, hardy, athletic retriever with a distinctive crisp curly coat. The thick, black or liver-colored coat of tight curls protects the dog from brambles and icy water. Even the small ears, back of the head, neck and tapering tail are covered with little curls. Only the face, hocks and front of the legs are smooth. The ideal Curly should be agile, graceful, and strong, yet elegant. The body is slightly longer than the height at the withers...
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Czechoslovakian
Wolfdog:
The Czechoslovakian Wolfdog is a relatively new breed of dog that traces its original lineage to an experiment conducted in 1955 in the former Czechoslovak Republic. After initially breeding a German Shepherd Dog with a Carpathian wolf, a plan was worked out to create a wolfdog breed that blended the desired qualities of both animals. It was officially recognized as a national breed in the
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