Breeds

Overview Group: Herding Group AKC Breed Popularity Rank: No. 2 of 195 Height: Male – 24-26 inches; Female – 22-24 inches Weight: Male – 65-90 lbs; Female – 50-70 lbs Life Span: 7-10 years Temperament: Intelligent; Courageous; Confident Of all the dog breeds, dog lovers can readily identify German Shepherds because of their frequent association

Overview Group: Sporting Group AKC Breed Popularity Rank: No. 3 of 195 Height: Male – 23-24 inches; Female – 21.5-22.5 inches Weight: Male – 65-75 lbs; Female – 55-65 lbs Life Span: 10-12 years Temperament: Friendly and lovable; Outgoing; Devoted For those who are unfamiliar with dog breeds, the Golden Retriever is often mistaken for

Overview Group: Non-Sporting Group AKC Breed Popularity Rank: No. 4 of 195 Height: 11-13 inches Weight: Under 28 lbs Life Span: 10-12 years Temperament: Intelligent; Highly Adaptable; Playful The French Bulldog has been a huge favorite among city-dwelling dog lovers for its affectionate, playful, and lovable temperament. Described as a “clown-like dog”, it thrives in

Overview Group: Non-Sporting Group AKC Breed Popularity Rank: No. 5 of 195 Height: 14-15 inches Weight: Male – 50 lbs; Female – 40 lbs Life Span: 8-10 years Temperament: Calm; Friendly; Courageous Among the dog breeds, the Bulldog is the one that is easily recognizable. With its thick, muscular body and wrinkled “sour mug” face,

Overview Group: Hound Group AKC Breed Popularity Rank: No. 6 of 195 Height: 13 inches and under; 13-15 inches Weight: For 13 inches and under, under 20 lbs; For 13-15 inches, 20-30 lbs Life Span: 10-15 years Temperament: Merry; Friendly; Smart; Curious The Beagle is just like any hunting dog. It is very active, energetic,

Overview Group: Non-Sporting Group AKC Breed Popularity Rank: No. 7 of 195 Height: Over 15 inches (Standard) Weight: Male – 60-70 lbs; Female – 40-50 lbs Life Span: 10-18 years Temperament: Intelligent; Very Active; Proud Without a doubt, the Poodle is the most fashionable among the dog breeds. With its stylish doggy cuts via professional

Overview Group: Working Group AKC Breed Popularity Rank: No. 8 of 195 Height: Male – 24-27 inches; Female – 22-25 inches Weight: Male – 95-135 lbs; Female – 80-100 lbs Life Span: 9-10 years Temperament: Loyal; Fiercely Confident and Protective Guardian; Loving It is most unfortunate that Rottweilers have developed a reputation for being a

Overview Group: Sporting Group AKC Breed Popularity Rank: No. 9 of 195 Height: Male – 23-25 inches; Female – 21-23 inches Weight: Male – 55-70 lbs; Female – 45-60 lbs Life Span: 10-12 years Temperament: Friendly; Aristocratic; Smart; Eager to please The German Shorthaired Pointer (GSP) is a very popular hunting and gun dog as