Great Source of Detailed Dog Breed Information

All Dog Breeds

With around 400 breeds of Canis Familiaris of every imaginable shape, size, color and temperament established since 1850, you are really spoiled for choices when it comes to picking your 'best friend'.

The diversity of dog breeds is the brainwave of Man himself. Light-years ago, we domesticated wolves, fed and sheltered them to obtain loyalty, protection and aid in hunting in return. The evolution from 'Wolf' to 'Woof' gained momentum when the domesticated wolf cubs mated amongst themselves to produce new strains of tamer, more domesticated dogs.

Click here to visit a great source of information on almost all dog breeds. For most breeds you can discover :

Origin and History of the Breed

General Appearance of the Breed

Coat Color

Coat Type

Height & Weight Norms

Temperament of the Breed

Better suited to an indoor or outdoor lifestyle?

Are they suited to homes with kids?

How Active is the Breed?

How Much Exercise Does the Dog Need at every stage of its Life?

Genetic Problems

Breeding the Dog and any Cautions

Life Span:

National Breed Clubs

Other Recognition

Rescue Link

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