Breeds

Overview Group: Working Group AKC Breed Popularity Rank: No. 11 of 195 Height: Male – 23-25 inches; Female – 21.5-23.5 inches Weight: Male – 65-80 lbs; Female – Around 15 lbs less than male Life Span: 10-12 years Temperament: Active; Smart; Fun-loving Despite its seemingly imposing mug, the Boxer is a wonderful dog with a […]

Overview Group: Hound Group AKC Breed Popularity Rank: No. 12 of 195 Height: Standard – 8-9 inches; Miniature – 5-6 inches Weight: Standard – 16-32 lbs; Miniature – 11 lbs and under Life Span: 12-16 years Temperament: Friendly; Exuberant; Curious Next to the Bulldog, the Dachshund is another breed that does not require a lengthy

Overview Group: Herding Group AKC Breed Popularity Rank: No. 13 of 195 Height: 10-12 inches Weight: Male – Up to 30 lbs; Female – Up to 28 lbs Life Span: 12-13 years Temperament: Loving and Affectionate; Alert; Intelligent Although the Pembroke Welsh Corgi has become a prized house pet, this diminutive – and adorable –

Overview Group: Herding Group AKC Breed Popularity Rank: No. 15 of 195 Height: Male – 20-23 inches; Female – 18-21 inches Weight: Male – 50-65 lbs; Female – 40-55 lbs Life Span: 12-15 years Temperament: Intelligent; Exuberant; Hard-working The Australian Shepherd is known as “the cowboy’s herding dog of choice” because of its outstanding service

Overview Group: Working Group AKC Breed Popularity Rank: No. 16 of 195 Height: Male – 30-32 inches; Female – 28-30 inches Weight: Male – 140-175 lbs; Female – 110-140 lbs Life Span: 7-10 years Temperament: Friendly; Dependable; Very Patient The Great Dane – dubbed by dog lovers as the “Apollo of Dogs” – can indeed

Overview Group: Working Group AKC Breed Popularity Rank: No. 17 of 195 Height: 12-13 inches Weight: 13-18 lbs Life Span: 12-15 years Temperament: Gentle; Loving; Graceful Among the dog breeds, the Doberman Pinscher is easily recognizable for its sleek, compact body and powerful, intimidating aura. No wonder that the Doberman is recognized as a fearless

Overview Group: Toy Group AKC Breed Popularity Rank: No. 18 of 195 Height: 12-13 inches Weight: 13-18 lbs Life Span: 12-15 years Temperament: Gentle; Loving; Graceful The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful dogs that a dog lover can ever own. Indeed, it is the embodiment of class and nobility,

Overview Group: Toy Group AKC Breed Popularity Rank: No. 19 of 195 Height: 12-14 inches Weight: 11-20 lbs Life Span: 12-15 years Temperament: Friendly; Intelligent; Obedient For a little dog in the Terrier Group, the Miniature Schnauzer has an awesome personality that encompasses charm, intelligence, affection, and a mischievous sense of humor. It goes about

Overview Group: Toy Group AKC Breed Popularity Rank: No. 20 of 195 Height: 9-10.5 inches Weight: 9-16 lbs Life Span: 10-18 years Temperament: Playful; Affectionate; Outgoing; Exuberant The Shih Tzu (pronounced “sheet-su” or “sheed-zoo”) is arguably one of the cutest breeds in dogdom. A charming little dog with beautiful coats that come in a variety