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Top Ten Best Dogs

Collie
Collie

The Collie is a lithe, strong, responsive, active dog, carrying no useless timber, standing naturally straight and firm. The deep, moderately wide chest shows strength, the sloping shoulders and well-bent hocks indicate speed and grace, and the face shows high intelligence.

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Newfoundland
Newfoundland

The Newfoundland is a sweet-dispositioned dog that acts neither dull nor ill-tempered. He is a devoted companion. The Newfoundland is a large, heavily coated, well balanced dog that is deep-bodied, heavily boned, muscular, and strong.

source: akc.org
Vizsla
Vizsla

The good-natured Vizsla has also been called a "Velcro" dog because he is so tactile -- he likes to attach himself to people, preferably in their laps. Athletic, agile, and light on his feet, the Vizsla is a robust hunting dog who needs vigorous daily exercise and lots of personal attention.

Poodle
Poodle

Best Dog Food for Poodle Puppies. If you do decide to stick with the dog food that your poodle breeder was using, make sure that they did not opt for a low-quality brand because they want to save money when buying in bulk. When this is the case, rather switch to the best dog food for poodles recommended by your vet. Remember to change over to a new brand slowly, a fast change may cause tummy upset or digestive problems.

Beagle
Beagle

Beagles are conveniently-sized, handsome and easy-to-groom, friendly with people, peaceful with other pets. And with their appealing soulful expression, it's perfectly natural that many people consider them as potentially wonderful pets. However, Beagles were developed as hunting hounds.

Bulldog
Bulldog

English Bulldogs are a unique breed with special care requirements. Originating in England, they were used for fighting and sport. However, today's English Bulldogs are passive animals that will spend more time lounging around than performing vigorous activities. Known for their distinct appearance, these dogs are lovable pets for any family.

Brittany
Brittany

The Brittany is a rustic dog whose original devotees were medieval peasants and poachers, people for whom thriftiness was a way of life. Unable to support a full kennel, they placed a premium on dogs capable of being all-purpose workers.

source: akc.org
Mastiff
Mastiff

What is the Best Dog Food for Mastiff Puppies? The Mastiff is a very large breed that takes longer than the average dog to mature – your Mastiff might not reach his adult size until he is 2 or 3 years old.

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Pekingese
Pekingese

The AKC Standard says the Pekingese "should imply courage, boldness, and self-esteem, rather than prettiness, daintiness, or delicacy." Indeed, the Pekingese is dignified, supremely confident, and one of the most independent (and stubborn) of the toy breeds.

Bloodhound
Bloodhound

The Bloodhound should do well on a high-quality dog food, whether commercially manufactured or home-prepared with your veterinarian’s supervision and approval. Any diet should be appropriate to the dog’s age (puppy, adult, or senior).

source: akc.org
Borzoi
Borzoi

Usually sociable with other dogs of their own size, the Borzoi is a deadly serious chaser of anything that runs, including cats and small dogs. Like all sighthounds, Borzoi are independent and not inclined to obey slavishly.

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Bull Terrier
Bull Terrier

Bull Terriers can excel at a variety of dog sports (including agility, flyball, freestyle, weight pull, and carting) as well as in roles such as bomb detection, search-and-rescue and as service, assistance, health-alert, and therapy dogs.

source: akc.org
Irish Setter
Irish Setter

The Irish Setter is an active, aristocratic bird dog, rich red in color, substantial yet elegant in build. Standing over two feet tall at the shoulder, the dog has a straight, fine, glossy coat, longer on ears, chest, tail and back of legs. Afield, the Irish Setter is a swift-moving hunter; at home, a sweet natured, trainable companion.

source: akc.org
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Labrador Retriever
Labrador Retriever

From its humble origins as a fishing dog in Newfoundland (no, not Labrador!) in the 1700s to rising in popularity as a hunting breed in England in the 1800s to today’s lovable companion, the Labrador retriever is one awesome dog.

Golden Retriever
Golden Retriever

15 Reasons Why Golden Retrievers Are The Best Dogs Ever Warning: this post contains cuteness overload. [Editor's note — The title of this post is misleading.ALL dogs are the best dogs.]

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German Shepherd
German Shepherd

German Shepherds are beautiful dogs and have beautiful fur coats. While you may be familiar with the black and brown fur color, this breed has a variety of fur colors. Their fur patterns usually come in shades of sable, black and white.

Basset Hound
Basset Hound

Made popular by the “Hush Puppy” shoe advertisements, the basset hound is one of the most recognizable dogs in the United States. A droopy faced sad looking dog, and loveable but stubborn, the basset is an excellent hunter with scenting ability second only to the bloodhound.

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Boston Terrier
Boston Terrier

The Boston Terrier is a popular breed of dog that is now recognized by people from many countries around the world. Lots of people are getting interested in having this unique dog breed for many reasons! Many people says that they could not have any other dog breed than the Boston Terrier breed.

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Curly-Coated Retriever
Curly-Coated Retriever

The Curly-Coated Retriever, among the oldest of the retriever breeds, is a famously versatile gundog and peerless swimmer. Poised, proud, and wickedly smart, the Curly is a thinking person’s retriever who will never quit before you do.

source: akc.org
Afghan Hound
Afghan Hound

DNA researchers have recently discovered that the Afghan Hound is one of the most ancient dog breeds and dates back thousands of years. The first documentation of a Western Afghan breeder is that of an English officer stationed near Kabul.

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Chow Chow
Chow Chow

Chow Chows, like most breed dogs, have a wide range of issues they face, but only a few health issues that are prevalent in their breed. For starters, Chow Chows can suffer from a condition called: entropion.

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American Water Spaniel
American Water Spaniel

The American Water Spaniel was developed in the United States as an all-around hunting dog, bred to retrieve from skiff or canoes and work ground with relative ease. The American Water Spaniel is an active muscular dog, medium in size with a marcel to curly coat.

source: akc.org
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bernese Mountain Dog

The Bernese Mountain Dog is a large-breed dog known for its friendly temperament and loving personality. These dogs are one of our Sennenhund-type dogs that come from the Swiss Alps and they were developed for herding.

88.3 Million Cats.
88.3 Million Cats.

142 million freshwater fish; 88.3 million cats; 74.8 million dogs; 16 million birds; 24.3 million small animals; 13.8 million horses; 13.4 million reptiles; 9.6 million saltwater fish; The survey showed that pet ownership is at an all-time high in the United States, with 71.1 million households owning at least one pet (that's 63 percent of all U.S. households).

74.8 Million Dogs.
74.8 Million Dogs.

142 million freshwater fish; 88.3 million cats; 74.8 million dogs; 16 million birds; 24.3 million small animals; 13.8 million horses; 13.4 million reptiles; 9.6 million saltwater fish; The survey showed that pet ownership is at an all-time high in the United States, with 71.1 million households owning at least one pet (that's 63 percent of all U.S. households).

16 Million Birds
16 Million Birds

13.4 million reptiles 9.6 million saltwater fish The survey showed that pet ownership is at an all-time high in the United States, with 71.1 million households owning at least one pet (that's 63 percent of all U.S. households). The first survey, conducted in 1988, reported 51 million pet-owning houses.

13.8 Million Horses.
13.8 Million Horses.

142 million freshwater fish; 88.3 million cats; 74.8 million dogs; 16 million birds; 24.3 million small animals; 13.8 million horses; 13.4 million reptiles; 9.6 million saltwater fish; The survey showed that pet ownership is at an all-time high in the United States, with 71.1 million households owning at least one pet (that's 63 percent of all U.S. households). The first survey, conducted in 1988, reported 51 million pet-owning houses.

13.4 Million Reptiles.
13.4 Million Reptiles.

142 million freshwater fish; 88.3 million cats; 74.8 million dogs; 16 million birds; 24.3 million small animals; 13.8 million horses; 13.4 million reptiles; 9.6 million saltwater fish; The survey showed that pet ownership is at an all-time high in the United States, with 71.1 million households owning at least one pet (that's 63 percent of all U.S. households).

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is descended from the toy spaniels so beloved by King Charles II of England, which you see in the painting above of the king as a boy.

142 Million Freshwater Fish
142 Million Freshwater Fish

142 million freshwater fish; 88.3 million cats; 74.8 million dogs; 16 million birds; 24.3 million small animals; 13.8 million horses; 13.4 million reptiles; 9.6 million saltwater fish; The survey showed that pet ownership is at an all-time high in the United States, with 71.1 million households owning at least one pet (that's 63 percent of all U.S. households).

24.3 Million Small Animals.
24.3 Million Small Animals.

13.4 million reptiles 9.6 million saltwater fish The survey showed that pet ownership is at an all-time high in the United States, with 71.1 million households owning at least one pet (that's 63 percent of all U.S. households).

9.6 Million Saltwater Fish.
9.6 Million Saltwater Fish.

24.3 million small animals; 13.8 million horses; 13.4 million reptiles; 9.6 million saltwater fish; The survey showed that pet ownership is at an all-time high in the United States, with 71.1 million households owning at least one pet (that's 63 percent of all U.S. households). The first survey, conducted in 1988, reported 51 million pet-owning houses.