Description: Usually in black and tan or shades of Sable, the Dakotah Shepherd is a new breed with short to medium length coats. Its size is average and the body is well-proportioned. No standard has yet been established.

Dynamics: The Dakotah Shepherd is smart and intelligent, capable of learning through a flexible training. It has a gentle temperament and is great with children. It is a loyal dog, devoted to its family. The Dakotah Shepherd is generally quiet and calm. It is a breed content with the company of a family.

Weight: 35-50 pounds (16-23 kg)

Height: 17- 21 inches (43-54 cm)

Color: The coat color of the Dakotah Shepherd is usually black & tan or shades of Sable. There may be white patches and markings on the chest and feet.

Country of Origin: The Dakotah Shepherd is a new breed being bred by the Triple M Kennel from the English Shepherd and the Dakota Shep Foundation.

Activities: The Dakotah Shepherd is being trained to be a good herder. It is also able in agility and can be used as a watchdog (although they have not yet shown any sign of aggression towards strangers).

Grooming: Occasional combing and brushing is enough. Bathe only when necessary. Shedding usually comes in the Spring and during hot temperatures.

Other Info: So far, there are no known health problems specific to this breed, although it may be prone to normal minor health concerns that all dog breeds have, like hip and elbow dysplasia. The Dakotah Shepherd will be fine in any home, as long as it is taken outdoors occasionally.

AKA: Bulloxer, Bullboxer, Bull-boxer

Description: There is no set standard for the Bull Boxer. The appearance varies and the only general requirement is that it has a large squared head with defined muscles. This breed is the result of a cross between a Staffordshire Bull Terrier and a Boxer, or a cross between a Boxer with other Bull breeds.

Dynamics: The Bull Boxer is considered to be superior to either of its parents. It is said to mature earlier than a Boxer would, and it is more calm and careful than a Staffordshire Bull Terrier.

The Bull Boxer is easy to train because of its easy temperament and calm intelligence. It also has a sociable nature that it has inherited from the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, which makes it a good family companion and pet.

Breed Group: not yet recognized as a true breed

Weight: 37-75 lbs (17-32 kg)

Height: 16-27 inches (41-69 cm)

Color: The Bull Boxer’s short coat are usually in brindle or fawn, with whites (especially on the chest and feet). Black or reverse brindle coats are rare and not agreeable to trainers and show competitions.

Country of Origin: The Bull Boxer is a new breed, developed in Great Britain by crossing the Boxer and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier in the 1990’s. It is still being bred today in Great Britain and other parts of the world.

Activities: The Bull Boxer, like other breeds, need to be taken outdoors from time to time and exercised. It is calm and mature, but it still loves to play and fetch a ball.

Grooming: The Bull Boxer has a short and smooth coat that is easy to groom. Brushing it occasionally is enough. Remove dead hairs. Bathe only when necessary. Check and clean the ears regularly to avoid ear infections.

Other Info: The Bull Boxer has a life expectancy of 12-13 years. There is nothing specifically dangerous to its health. Some breeders say that the Bull Boxer are not as prone to skin cancer and heart disease as its parents are, but other breeders disagree. The Bull Boxer will be fine living in an apartment as long as it is sufficiently exercised and taken outdoors from time to time.

AKA: Chien d’Artois, Artois Hound, Picard

Description: The Briquet is a moderate-sized dog that has a compact and muscular body. It has a black nose, round and dark brown eyes. It has thick lips and its jaws form a scissors bite. It has a broad back and a tail that it carries in a sickle fashion. The tail has slightly offstanding hairs towards the tip.

Dynamics: The Briquet is a brave dog that is full of energy and endurance. It has a calm and pleasant temperament, affectionate and sweet to people its family. The Briquet has an excellent sense of smell. It was bred as a hunting dog and is exceptional in hunting rabbits. It is fast, agile, and independent. Training this breed has to be firm and consistent.

Breed Group: Scent Hound

Weight: 55-65 lbs

Height: 22-23 inches

Color: The Briquet’s coat is a dark fawn tricolor. Its main combination of colors is tan and black and white.

Country of Origin: The Briquet, more popularly known as the Artois Hound, came from France, where it was already popular with prominent people like Louis XIII.

Grooming: Grooming the Briquet does not require any special attention. Brushing it regularly is enough. Bathe only when necessary. Wiping it with a damp cloth is a good alternative to bathing it.

Activities: The Briquet is a highly active dog and needs to be sufficiently exercise to avoid behavioral problems. It needs to be taken outdoors from time to time and given its own space. This breed is widely used in hunting, where it displays its excellent abilities in tracking and hunting down prey.

Other Info: The Briquet has a life expectancy of 13 years. It is a generally healthy breed. While this breed will do well in an apartment, it prefers to have a small yard or area where it can run around and exhaust its energy.

AKA: Fox Paulistinha, Terrier Brasileiro

Description: The Brazilian Terrier has the appearance typical of fox terrier types. Its coat is short, and its body is well-balanced. It has a narrow and compact chest and frame. Its head is triangular in shape and the tail can either be docked or left naturally.

Dynamics: The Brazilian Terrier is a frisky and energetic dog. It loves to play wand will grab any chance to play with its family. It is always alert and it loves to bark and dig around. This is a spirited and fearless breed. It is also a very intelligent dog, with strong hunting instincts.

The Brazilian Terrier can get along with other people and children. It should not be left alone with smaller animals though. This breed is a known ratter back in Brazil, able to track and hunt down rodents. It likes to run and explore around.

Breed Group: Terrier

Weight: 15-20 lbs (7-9 kg)

Height: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm)

Color: The Brazilian Terrier has a tricolor coat. It is almost always white and tan and black, but blue or brown is also acceptable.

Country of Origin: The Brazilian Terrier originated in Brazil. The Jack Russell Terrier, Miniature Pinscher, and Chihuahua are contemplated to be its ancestors.

Activities: The Brazilian Terrier is a highly energetic dog. It needs to play or have some exercises, otherwise it might get bored and become destructive. Aside from being a ratter and a companion dog, the Brazilian Terrier is also used in single and pack hunting. When pack hunting, the Brazilian Terriers surround their prey and terrorize the animal into submission.

Other Info: The Brazilian Terrier has a life expectancy of 12-14 years. It has a short coat that requires only little grooming. This breed is not suited to live in an apartment. It is a very active dog and is at its best when outdoors.

AKA: Boykin

Description: The Boykin Spaniel came from the breed of Spaniels, larger than the Cocker Spaniel, and with a rather wavy or curly coat. Its distinctive feature is its ears which are small and set high on the head, covered with long wavy hair. It also has yellow or amber eyes that is also considered its trademark characteristic.

Dynamics: The Boykin Spaniel is a pleasant-mannered and obedient companion dog. It is intelligent, enthusiastic, and eager to please its owner. This breed is an excellent swimmer, fueled by its love for water. It needs to be dried immediately though, because this breed is prone to ear infections. The Boykin Spaniel also has an excellent nose, which makes it a great hunter.

Breed Group: Gun Dog

Weight: 25-40 lbs (11-18 kg)

Height: 15-18 inches (38-46 cm)

Color: The Boykin Spaniel comes in either liver or brown.

Country of Origin: The Boykin Spaniel originated in South Carolina, United States, bred as a hunting spaniel and descended from a small brown spaniel dog found by Alexander White who gave it to his partner L. Whitaker Boykin. Crossed with American Water Spaniels, Springer Spaniels, Pointers, and Chesapeake Bay Retrievers, the dog (named “Dumpy”) gave existence to the Boykin Spaniel.

Grooming: The coat of the Boykin Spaniel needs to be brushed every few days to avoid matting.

Activities: The Boykin Spaniel is a hunting spaniel and therefore needs a lot of exercises. It has an enthusiastic personality that adds makes the breed energetic and hardworking. It needs to have a job to do to burn off its energy, otherwise it’ll get bored and become destructive. This breed is used in hunting and retrieving upland birds and water fowls, and is very popular among bird hunters.

Other Info: The Boykin Spaniel has a life expectancy of 14-16 years. Like other breeds, it is prone to hip dysplasia, eye problems, and sometimes heart and skin problems. But it is a generally healthy breed. The Boykin spaniel will be fine living in an apartment as long as it is taken outdoors from time to time and sufficiently exercised.

AKA: Flanders Cattle Dog, Vlaamse Koehend

Description: The Bouvier des Flandres is a massive and heavily-coated dog that has a thick beard and mustache. It also has shaggy eyebrows that add to its distinctive appearance. It has a black nose, dark brown oval-shaped eyes, and teeth that form a scissors bite. Its ears stand erect, triangular in shape, and may be cropped.

The Bouvier des Flandres has a proportionately square body. It has a broad and deep chest, and the tail is docked. The legs are muscular, with the front legs perfectly straight.

Dynamics: The Bouvier des Flanders is a gentle-mannered and calm dog. It is obedient and can be trained easily. It is intelligent enough to learn commands quickly, but the training has to be consistent, balanced, and firm. The Bouvier also needs to be clear on who the master is to avoid dominance problems.

The Bouvier is excellent with children, and can get along well with other household pets is socialized at an early age. Socialization is important to prevent over-protectiveness or shyness in the breed. The Bouvier is sometimes suspicious and reserved with strangers. But generally, it is a lively, enthusiastic, and responsible dog.

Breed Group: Herding

Weight: males 75-90 lbs (34-41 kg), females 60-80 lbs (27-36 kg)

Height: males 23-28 inches (58-71 cm), females 22-27 inches (56-69 cm)

Color: The coat of the Bouvier des Flandres comes in black, fawn, blonde, gray, or brindle. Some may have a white marking on the chest.

Country of Origin: The Bouvier des Flandres comes from Belgium, where it was bred from a cross between the Griffon and the Beauceron.

Activities: The Bouvier des Flandres has an average demand for exercise. A daily walk and exercises would be sufficient for it to remain healthy and active. The Bouvier des Flandres is currently used as a watchdog and guard dog as well as a tracking dog. It is also being used as a guide for the blind, in search and rescue, police work, military work, carting, competitions, and schutzhund.

Grooming: The Bouvier des Flandres’ coat requires some attention when it comes to grooming. The coat has to be brushed regularly. Bathe or dry shampoo only when needed. Excess hair inside the ears and between the pads of the feet should be removed or trimmed. The coat needs to be trimmed at least three times a year.

Other Info: The Bouvier des Flandres has a life expectancy of 10-12 years. It is a healthy breed and is accustomed to harsh conditions. It is still prone to some health conditions though, such as hip dysplasia and eye problems. The Bouvier des Flandres will do well in an apartment as long as it is taken outdoors from time to time and sufficiently exercised.

AKA: Russian Wolfhound, Russkaya Psovaya Borzaya, Psowaya Barsaya, Barzoi, Psovoi

Description: The Borzoi is a tall dog that has an aristocratic appearance because of its height and its long narrow head. It has a slightly arched muzzle, black nose, and dark oblong eyes. Its ears normally lie back on its neck. The back of the Borzoi is naturally and gracefully curved. It has a narrow chest and there is a heavy mane of hair on the neck. The tail is long and curved, hanging low. The coat of the Borzoi consists of long silky hair that can be wavy or with large curls.

Dynamics: The Borzoi is an intelligent and proud breed. It can be trained and it can be very loyal to its family. But it is also a very independent dog, and does not bend easily to please people. Training the Borzoi should be based on mutual respect. Once the Borzoi trusts you and sees you as a friend, it will become sweet and affectionate with you.

The Borzoi is a serious and quiet dog. It can keep itself clean like a cat, and, while getting along fairly well with children, values its rest and does not take into rough play sessions. The Borzoi is by nature a hunting breed so it has to be watched carefully lest it runs off to chase other animals. It is very fast and has little territorial instinct. It cannot be trusted with small animals and non-canine pets. This breed also needs to be socialized well at an early age.

Breed Group: Hounds, Sighthound and Pariah

Weight: males 75-105 lbs (34-48 kg), females 60-90 lbs (27-41 kg)

Height: males at least 28 inches (71 cm), females at least 26 inches (66 cm)

Color: The coat color of the Borzoi can be white, golden, tan or gray with black markings, either solid or mixed.

Country of Origin: The Borzoi originated in Russia, although it is thought to have been brought there from Arabia. Its popularity spread throughout Europe when Queen Victoria came to own one.

Grooming: The Borzoi has a long silky coat but it is actually easy to groom. Regular brushing is enough. Bathing isn’t required, but dry shampoo may be necessary occasionally. Clip the hair between the toes to make it comfortable for the Borzoi.

Activities: The Borzoi needs plenty of exercise and some time to run around off the leash. Aside from hunting, the Borzoi’s talents include sighting and lure coursing.

Other Info: The Borzoi has a life expectancy of about 10-12 years. This breed is sensitive to drugs and is picky about its meals. It is prone to bloat. Avoid exercises after its meals. The Borzoi will do well in an apartment as long as it is taken outdoors and exercised sufficiently. Keep the dog in a least most often because it might run off suddenly when it finds something interesting to chase after.

Description: The Border Terrier is a small terrier with a wiry coat, dark eyes, black nose, and small V-shaped ears. It has a short muzzle, and its jaws meet in a scissors bite. Its tail is short and is tapering, with a thick base. The tail is carried level with the back unless the Border Terrier moves it.

Dynamics: The Border Terrier is a lively and gentle dog. It is loyal and eager to please, which makes it easy to train. Its affectionate manner makes it excellent with children and unaggressive. It may grow up to be timid if not properly socialized since puppyhood.

The Border Terrier is a bold hunter. It likes to dig and wiggle their way in and out of holes. This breed generally gets along with other dogs, but is not to be trusted with hamsters, rabbits, rats, or birds. The Border Terrier needs to be attended to most of the time because it gets restless when left alone.

Breed Group: Terrier

Weight: males 13-16 lbs (6-7 kg), females 11-14 lbs (5-6 kg)

Height: males 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), females 11-14 inches (28-36 cm)

Color: The coat of the Border Terrier can be red, blue and tan, tan, and grizzle and tan. White hair on the chest is okay, but white hair on the feet is not acceptable.

Country of Origin: The Border Terrier originates in the Cheviot Hills near the English and Scottish border. It was bred to help drive foxes away from the farms.

Grooming: In grooming the Border Terrier, brushing the coat weekly and having professional grooming twice a year is enough. Bathe the dog only when necessary.

Activities: The Border Terrier needs lot of exercise to cope up with its huge amount of stamina. This breed is known to hunt down fox, marten, otter, and badger. Other talents include tracking, watchdogging, agility, and competitions and performances.

Other Info: The Border Terrier has a life expectancy of 15 or more years. It is prone to CECS (Canine Epileptoid Cramping Syndrome) or “Spike’s Disease”, which is a canine health problem common in Border Terriers. This breed doesn’t exhibit any pain even when it is seriously ill so the owner must pay close attention always. The Border Terrier will get along fine in an apartment as long as it is taken outdoors from time to time and exercised.

Description: The Border Collie is a medium-sized dog with a body longer than it is tall. There are two varieties of Border Collie: one with coarse hair, and one with sleek hair. The coarse-haired variety has a mane and a tail brush. For both the varieties, the hair on the face, ears, and front legs is always short and sleek.

The head of the Border Collie is fairly wide, with a distinct stop. The nose is black and the ears, set high on the head, are usually half-perked. The eyes are dark brown, except in merles where the eyes can be blue. The teeth forms a scissors bite.

Dynamics: The Border Collie is an intelligent and energetic dog. It can be easily trained and is highly talented in obedience competitions, agility, and Frisbee. It is generally a happy and contented dog, though it may get aggressive with other male dogs. Most of the time, it gets along well with other breeds, though. The Border Collie is also good with children and other household pets. It has to be socialized well since puppyhood to help overcome shyness.

The Border Collie is serious in its work and is very eager to please. It is intelligent and active enough to do have extensive daily exercises and some work to do. Attention must be given to the Border Collie because bad behavior may arise when it gets bored and has nothing to do. It may be snappish and nip at the heels of people, due to its herding instincts. There may also be a time when it would challenge an owner’s authority. This breed can become dominant, although not every Border Collie has this problem.

Breed Group: Herding

Weight: males 30-45 lbs (14-20 kg), females 27-42 lbs (12-19 kg)

Height: males 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), females 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)

Color: The coat of the Border Collie can be black and white, tricolor, red and white, black and gray, or all black. White is not the main color.

Country of Origin: The Border Collie comes from Northumberland, on the Scottish and English border. It is descended from old British herding breeds and some spaniel.

Grooming: In grooming the Border Collie, regular combing and brushing is needed to keep its coat shining. Bathe or dry shampoo only when needed. The coat and the ears has to be checked regularly for ticks.

Activities: The Border Collie needs both exercise and work in its daily life. Work and physical exercises come natural to them. Herding is a natural hobby for this breed. The Border Collie has a habit of crouching down and almost hypnotizing the herded animals with their stare. This breed is also used for bomb and narcotics detection, competitions and performances, police work, search and rescue, and as guide dogs for the blind and handicapped.

Other Info: The Border Collie has a life expectancy of 12-15 years. It a generally healthy breed but are still prone to hip dysplasia, PRA, and Collie Eye Anomaly (an eye disease common to Collies). It may also be allergic to fleas and prone to epilepsy and deafness. The Border Collie is not suitable for apartment life. This is a very active and workaholic breed that it needs a lot of space and area to spend its energy on.

AKA: Bichon Bolognese

Description: The Bolognese is a small and compact dog with long and fluffy hair. Its hair is long all over the body, though shorter on the muzzle. The hair is in flocks and never form fringes. The body of the Bolognese is squarely. The neck is without dewlap. The tail is carried curved over its back.

The head of the Bolognese has an accentuated stop. It is slightly egg-shaped with the upper part flat. The nose is large and black. The jaw forms a scissors bite, although some has a pincer bite. The eyes are dark and round. The ears are set high on the head and long, hanging down.

Dynamics: The Bolognese is not a very active breed though it likes to play. It is serious, reserved, and shy. It enjoys the company of people, though, and is very attached and devoted to its owner and family. With its family and loved ones, it is playful and cheerful. It may sometimes sulk and howl mournfully when it is not given attention.

The Bolognese is very obedient and eager to please. It is timid with strangers but is generally a friendly dog. It gets along well with other animals, too.

Breed Group: Toy, Companion Dog

Weight: 4.5-9 lbs (2.5-4 kg)

Height: males 10.5-12 inches (27-30 cm), females 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)

Color: The Bolognese has a coat color of pure white. No other color patches and no other shade of white.

Country of Origin: The Bolognese comes from Italy, where it has been known since the Roman era. It is sometimes confused with the Maltese but is really more closely related to the Bichon Frise and Havanese.
Activities: The Bolognese has energy enough for a lot of play sessions. This breed generally serves as a toy or companion dog.

Other Info: The Bolognese has a life expectancy of 14 years. It is suited to live in an apartment so long as it is taken outdoors occasionally. In grooming the Bolognese, daily brushings and monthly grooming sessions are recommended.