Dog Breeds – Complete List of Types of Dog (A-Z) With Pictures

Browse our complete list of all A-Z dog breeds and find a perfect companion for you. There are more than 150 different types of dog breeds listed below with their origin, personality, type and pictures.

“A”
Breed Name	Origin	Description	Image	Type
Akita	Japan	Strong built dog with Bear like head and traingular ears. It has a long coat, curly tail and cat like feet.		Medium sized domestic dog breed
Airedale Terrier	England	Sturdy dog with short legs .It has weather resistant outer coat and small tail.		Large size
Afghan Hound	Afghanistan	Tall and slender with a long, narrow, refined head, silky topknot and powerful jaws.It has silky coat and curled tail.		Medium size
Alaskan Malamute	United States of America	Solid with large feet.The head is wide with erect ears.It has a plumed tail		Medium-Large size
American Foxhound	United States of America	Have a keener sense of smell and head is long.It has broad ears and eyes are large.		Medium-Large size
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“B”
Breed Name	Origin	Description	Image	Type
Basenji	Congo	Smooth, muscular and athletic dog. It has small eyes, straight ears, a wrinkled forehead, and long legs.		Small Sized
Basset Hound	France	Short, relatively heavy dog with large head. It has short coat and sweeping ears.		Medium Sized
Beagle	England	Sturdy, hardy little hound dog. It has square headlong legs and soft ears.		Small Sized
Bearded Collie	Scotland	Medium-sized, strong working dog. It has waterproof coat, long head and medium sized eyes		Medium Sized
Beauceron	France	Large, athletic, large head dog. It has large eyes and smooth, short double-coat.		Large Sized
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“C”
Breed Name	Origin	Description	Image	Type
Cairn Terrier	Scotland	Alert, animated, hardy and fox-like expression dog. It has broad head and small ears.		Small Sized
Cane Corso	Italy	Strongly built but elegant, with powerful and long muscles. It has strong, muscular neck and short coat.		Large Sized
Catahoula Leopard	United States of America	Well muscled and powerful dog it has solid legs, small sizes eyes and Broad head.		Medium-Large Sized
Caucasian Shepherd	United States of America	Has moderate deep-set, dark eyes.it has weather-resistant coat and ears are densely covered with hair		Large Sized
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel	United Kingdom	Small sized dog with long and silky coat. It has beautiful eyes and long fluffy ears.		Small Sized
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“D”
Breed Name	Origin	Description	Image	Type
Dachshund	Germany	Has longer body with short legs. It also has long ears and almond-shaped eyes.		Small Sized
Dalmatian	Greece	Large, strong, muscular dog. It has soft ears, medium size eyes and short coat.		Medium Sized
Dandie Dinmont Terrier	Scotland	Has a very long body and short legs. It has hazel eyes, short soft and silky ears.		Small Sized
Doberman Pinscher	Germany	Medium sized, squarely built dog with muscular body. It has short coat and short hair.		Medium-Large Sized
Dogue De Bordeaux	France	Very powerful dog, with a very muscular body.it has short coat, thick skin and small ears.		Large sized
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“E”
Breed Name	Origin	Description	Image	Type
English Cocker Spaniel	England	Larger than the American Cocker, the English Cocker has less coat and is devoted, affectionate, and funny dog. He learns quickly.		Small Sized
Entlebucher Sennenhund	Switzerland	These are sturdy dog breeds known for their typical working dog features. They have short hair and learn quickly		Medium Sized
English Setter	England	They have gorgeous white coat flecked with tan (orange belton) or black (blue belton). Some dogs have tricolor, having black flecks on the coat and tan points on the legs and muzzle.		Small Sized
English Toy Spaniel	England	These dogs are affectionate and willing to please. These are restful dogs but they have the heart of a lion if he believes a person is in danger.		Medium-Large Sized
English Foxhound	Great Britain	They have been bred for more than 150 years and were used for fox hunting, but with plenty of exercise he can also make a fine family companion. His voice and size make him best suited to a rural home.		Large sized
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“F”
Breed Name	Origin	Description	Image	Type
Field Spaniel	England	These dog breeds are Darker in color. They were used for show dog in 20 Century. They are Sweet, Fun Loving, and Sensitive dogs		Medium Sized Dog
Finnish Lapphund	France & Canada	Live to work Outside. These dog Breeds are agile, alert and friendly.		Medium Sized
Finnish Spitz	Finland	These dog Breeds need long walk from owners. They are active, alert, and lively		Medium Sized
Flat-Coated Retriever	United Kingdom	These dog can live both on land and water. These dog breeds are cheerful and optimistic		Large Sized
French Bull Dog	France, England	These small dog breed can adapt the conditions. They are playful and smart		Small Sized
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“G”
Breed Name	Origin	Description	Image	Type
German Longhaired Pointer	Germany	These dogs are very affectionate, kind gentle, and friendly. They are very intelligent breed, therefore, they are very easy to train		Medium Sized Dog
German Pincher	Germany	These are friendly dogs. They live happily with other pets and kids. These working dogs are known for their affectionate towards their owners.		Medium Sized Dog
German Shepherd Dog	Germany	They are smart, courageous, and intelligent dog breed. Now these days, these dogs are used for the guarding purpose and as a service dogs.		Large Sized Dog
German Shorthaired Pointer	Germany	They are intelligent and affectionate dogs and are easy to train		Medium or Large Sized Dog
German Spitz	Germany	These companion and watch dogs are known for their intelligent and lively temperament.		Medium Sized Dog
“H”
Breed Name	Origin	Description	Image	Type
Hamiltonstovare	Sweden	They are best known for hunting hound dog. Known for their great stamina. They are calm & friendly to all		Medium Sized Dog
Harrier	United Kingdom	These are sweet, and excellent to live with Children. They need long walk to burn their excess energy. Colors may be different		Medium Sized Dog
Havanese	Cuba	These dog breeds coat is light and silky. Known for toy Dog, smart and easily Trained		Small Sized
Hovawart	Germany	They are excellent family, watch Dog and reserved towards strangers		Medium-Large Sized Dog
Havana Silk Dog	Cuba	These Dog Breeds are small, playful. They are also known as companion dogs		Small-Medium Sized Dog
“I”
Breed Name	Origin	Description	Image	Type
Ibizan Hound	Spain	They are intelligent, active dog breed of hound family.		Large Sized Dog
Icelandic Sheepdog	Iceland	These Dog Breeds are tough and energetic. Friendly with strangers		Medium Sized Dog
Irish Red and White Setter	Ireland	They are affectionate dogs and they respond well in training.		Medium Sized Dog
Irish Setter	Ireland	These are sweet natures, active dog breeds. Happily live with other Dogs, children. They require daily walk & exercise.		Large Sized Dog
Irish Terrier	Ireland	They are found mostly in Golden Red or White coat color. Active Dog Breeds. Used for training activities		Medium Sized Dog

“J”
Breed Name	Origin	Description	Image	Type
Jacairn	Scotland	These are playful and fun loving dogs, They are intelligent and not aggressive therefore they are well suited for the children.		Small Sized Dog
Ja-Chon	United States of America	They are alert and obedient. Good for those pet lovers who like cheerful companions. They are easy to train.		Small Sized Dog
Jack Chi	United States of America	These are rescue dogs. Known for their playful and affectionate temperament. They are energetic therefore they need lots of exercise.		Small Sized Dog
Jack Russell Terrier	England	These are fearless and obedient dogs. They are highly intelligent therefore are easy to train. These are cheerful and energetic		Small Sized Dog
Jack-A-Bee	United States of America	They are cautious and good learner. These dogs love adventure and they are energetic too. They are easy to train		Small Sized Dog

“K”
Breed Name	Origin	Description	Image	Type
Kai Ken	Japan	These dogs are attentive, agile, and adventurous. You have to give him good exercise to keep them fit. They are Good with kids		Medium sized Dog
Karelian Bear Dog	Europe	They are aggressive dogs, and their aggressiveness can be increased if you don’t provide them enough exercise. They are trainable, independent, and powerful dog breeds.		Medium sized Dog
Keeshond	Netherland	They are friendly dogs and good with kids and other pets. These dogs are known for their intelligence and ease of trainability.		Medium sized Dog
Kerry Blue Terrier	Ireland	They are energetic and playful dogs hence require more exercise. These dogs are determined and socialization is required at an early stage.		Medium sized Dog
Kishu Ken	Japan	They are friendly and affectionate dogs. These are known for their calmness and courageous temperament.		Medium sized Dog

“L”
Breed Name	Origin	Description	Image	Type
Labrador Retriever	Canada	Labrador is a type of gun dog. Known for their powerful & muscular body, these dogs are playful. Their coat is short & dense		Large Sized Dog
Lagotto Romagnolo	Italy	These dogs have sharp sense through their eye sight. They need to groom & exercise everyday due to their big coat hair		Medium Sized Dog
Lakeland Terrier	United Kingdom	They are very intelligent therefore very easy to train. These dogs bold & confident.		Small Sized Dog
Lancashire Heeler	England	These alert dogs are friendly and intelligent. They have good adaptability and do well with apartment lifestyle.		Small Sized Dog
LeonBerger	Germany	These dogs are friendly towards children & family. They are also loyal and robust in nature		Large Sized Dog

“M”
Breed Name	Origin	Description	Image	Type
Maltese	Italy	They are good companion dog, and extremely lively & playful		Small Sized Dog
Manchester Terrier	England	These dogs are keen observer. They are independent and are loyal to their humane companions		Small Sized Dog
Mastiff	England	These dogs are good nature and courageous.		Large Sized Dog
Miniature American Shepherd	United States	They are intelligent and hence are easy to train. They are excellent family pet		Medium Sized
Miniature Bull Terrier	England	These dog breeds are known for stubborn & courageous temperament.		Medium Sized Dog

“N”
Breed Name	Origin	Description	Image	Type
Neapolitan Mastiff	Europe	These dogs are protector, fearless, and independent. These dogs need training at an early age.		Large Sized Dog
NederlandseKooikerhondje	Netherlands	These dogs are intelligent and alert. They are friendly to kids and are lively. They need exercise on regular basis.		Small sized Dog
Newfoundland	North America	They are good family pet that are known for their affectionate behavior. These obedient dogs require regular grooming and occasional bath		Large sized Dog
Norfolk Terrier	England	These dogs are fearless and active. They are spirited and intelligent therefore they are easy to train		Small sized Dog
Norrbottenspets	Sweden and Finland	These dogs are known for their outgoing, active & independent nature. They do well in agility training.		Small-Medium sized Dog

“O”
Breed Name	Origin	Description	Image	Type
Old Southern Catchdog	United States of America	These dogs are known for their outgoing, active & independent nature. They do well in agility training.		Medium- Large sized dog
Old Danish Pointer	Denmark	They are intelligent dogs. These are playful and friendly with kids and other smaller pets. They are also quite active		Medium Sized Dog
Old English Sheepdog	England	They are good family pet that are known for their affectionate behavior. These obedient dogs require regular grooming and occasional bath		Large sized dog
Old English Bulldog	England	These dogs are known for their outgoing, active & independent nature. They do well in agility training.		Medium Sized Dog
Old English Terrier	England	They are friendly & happy dog. These breed is active, playful and very intelligent. Also known as home pet dog, these dogs are athletic.		Small Sized Dog
“P”
Breed Name	Origin	Description	Image	Type
Papillon	France	They are good family pet that are known for their affectionate behavior. These obedient dogs require regular grooming and occasional bath		Small Sized Dog
Parson Russell Terrier	England	These energetic dogs require regular exercise and they play with owner. They are single minded and affectionate.		Small Sized Dog
Pekingese	China	Also known as Peke Dog, Lion Dog. These Dogs require more grooming because of long hair. Happy to live in house.		Small Sized Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi	Wales	These affectionate dogs love to be involved with family and owners. They are easy to train due to their high intelligence level		Medium Sized Dog
Perro De Presa Canario	Canary Islands, Spain	These dogs need early socialization and training. They are intelligent dogs. These are playful and friendly with kids and other smaller pets. They are also quite active		Large Sized Dog

“Q”
Queen Elizabeth Pocket Beagle	England	These Dog Breeds head proportion to its body. Eyes are large and round, with a gentle, soft and intelligent expression.Needs daily walk and grooming.May have softer coat.Available in all colors		Small sized dog
Queensland Heeler	Australia	These dog breeds also known as Australian Heeler,Blue Heeler.Length of the body is longer than its tail.The dog is well-muscled,powerful.		Medium Small sized dog

“R”
Breed Name	Origin	Description	Image	Type
Rafeiro do Alentejo	Portugal	They are friendly & happy dog. These breed are active, playful and very intelligent. Also known for home pet dog		Large sized dog
Rajapalayam	India	They are intelligent dogs. These are playful and friendly with kids and other smaller pets. They are also quite active		Large sized dog
Rampur Greyhound	India	They are great family dogs known for their happy, lively personality, but their versatility makes them popular for a variety of activities, like field trials, hunting, the show ring, and all kinds of dog sports.		Large sized dog
Rat Terrier	United States of America	They are friendly & happy dog. These breed are active, playful and very intelligent. Also known for home pet dog		Small- Medium Sized Dog
Redbone Coonhound	United States of America	These dogs are energetic, even-tempered, and easy going. They do well with different types of training.		Medium Sized Dog
Rottweiler	Germany	These dogs are very powerful,active and smart dog with muscular body.They are playful and friendly with kids and other smaller pets.		Large sized
“S”
Breed Name	Origin	Description	Image	Type
Staffordshire Bull Terrier	England	They are friendly & happy dog. These breed are active, playful and very intelligent. Also known for home pet dog		Small Sized Dog
Swedish Vallhund	Sweden	These are friendly dogs. They live happily with other pets and kids. These working dogs are known for their affectionate towards their owners.		Small Sized Dog
Smooth Fox Terrier	England	They are great family dogs known for their happy, lively personality. They are popular for a variety of activities, like field trials, hunting, the show ring, and all kinds of dog sports.		Small Sized Dog
Standard Schnauzer	Germany	These dogs are energetic, even-tempered, and easy going. They do well with different types of training.		Medium Sized Dog
Spanish Mastiff	Spain	These dogs are good protector and have calm temperament. They are intelligent therefore they are easy to train.		Large sized dog

“T”
Breed Name	Origin	Description	Image	Type
Tibetan Spaniel	Tibet	They are good family pet that are known for their affectionate behavior. These obedient dogs require regular grooming and occasional bath		Small Sized Dog
Toy Manchester Terrier	England	These brave dogs are gentle and energetic. They are bred as a watchdog.		Small Sized Dog
Tamaskan Dog	Finland	These are friendly dogs. They live happily with other pets and kids. These working dogs are known for their affectionate towards their owners.		Large sized dog
Tornjak	Croatia	These companion and watch dogs are known for their intelligent and lively temperament.		Large sized dog
“U”
Breed Name	Origin	Description	Image	Type
Ultimate Mastiff	Italy, Switzerland	Grooming needs once a week. Good bond with an owner. Loving, Affectionate. Easily Trainable.		Large Size Dog
Utonagan	England, United Kingdom	They are friendly & happy dog. These breed are active, playful and very intelligent. Also known for home pet dog		Large sized Dog
“V”
Breed Name	Origin	Description	Image	Type
Vizsla	Hungary	These easy to groom dogs are energetic, even-tempered, and easy going. They do well with different types of training.		Medium Sized Dog
Valley Bull Dog	Canada	These companion and watch dogs are known for their intelligent and lively temperament.		Small Sized Dog
Volpino Italino	Italy	They are friendly & happy dog. These breed are active, playful and very intelligent. Also known for home pet dog		Small Sized Dog
“W”
Breed Name	Origin	Description	Image	Type
Weimaraner	Germany	Known for hunting Dogs. Energetic, Need Exercise. Comfortable with Children.		Large Sized Dog
Welsh Spanier Spaniel	Wales	These are friendly dogs. They live happily with other pets and kids. These working dogs are known for their affectionate towards their owners.		Medium Sized Dog
Welsh Terrier Dog	Wales	These dogs are independent nature. They sometimes become stubborn when they don’t get enough exercise.		Large Sized Dog
West Highland White Terrier	Scotland	They are good family pet that are known for their affectionate behavior. These obedient dogs require regular grooming and occasional bath		Small Sized Dog
Whippet	England	Intelligent, Quiet. Need Regular Exercise. Gentle Dogs. Excellent House Dogs		Medium Sized Dog

“X”
Breed Name	Origin	Description	Image	Type
Xoloitzcuintle	Mexico	These companion and watch dogs are known for their intelligent and lively temperament.		Small- Medium Sized Dog
“Y”
Breed Name	Origin	Description	Image	Type
Yorkipoo	United States	They are friendly & happy dog. These breed are active, playful and very intelligent. Also known for home pet dog		Small Sized Dog
Yorkshire Terrier	England	These are friendly dogs. They live happily with other pets and kids. These working dogs are known for their affectionate towards their owners.		Small Sized Dog
“Z”
Breed Name	Origin	Description	Image	Type
Zuchon	United States	They are friendly & happy dog. These dogs are active, playful and very intelligent. Also known as home pet dog		Small Sized Dog

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