Breed Profiles

Bullmastiffs, originally bred from English Mastiffs and English Bulldogs, were used to catch and hold down poachers in the forests of England during the 19th century. Although developed as a guard dog [...]

The word Schipperke is Flemish for 'little skipper', and derives from the fact that these small active dogs were used as watchdogs, companions and ratters on barges and riverboats in Belgium. Appearance [...]

The Puli is a unique herding dog initially bred as a workmate and companion for Hungarian shepherds. Since attracting attention and popularity since early last century, the Puli has become a proud [...]

The German Shorthaired Pointer is a powerful, agile, well-balanced dog, possessing great intelligence and animation. Not happy as a lapdog or flat dweller, he/she needs space to stretch out and have a [...]

This delightful breed took their name from King Charles II, who enjoyed the company of toy spaniels often far more than of his courtiers. Over time selective breeding gave these spaniels an [...]