Portuguese Podengo Pequeno
The Portuguese Podengo Pequeno is an ancient, no-nonsense hunting hound from Portugal. They are multi-sensory hounds that use both their sight and scent.
Breed Research
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Shar-Poo
The fun-loving Shar-Poo brings together the smarts of the Poodle with the devoted nature of the Chinese Shar-Pei for a great family dog.
Giant Spitz
The Giant Spitz lives up to its name with his classic, spitz-like characteristics and his large size. These dogs were traditionally used for guarding.
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
A massive, fluffy dog with a curly tail and dark features, the Caucasian Shepherd Dog is strong-boned and muscular, often towering over their owners.
Collie
Devoted and gentle, Collies make wonderful companions. Your Collie will be an excellent watch and guard dog, and its eager to please and very intelligent.
Belgian Shepadoodle
The Belgian Shepadoodle brings the intelligence of a Poodle together with the protective nature of the Belgian Shepherd - loving, loyal and smart.
French Bulldog
This stocky and adorable little fellow always looks like it's in a good mood. A wonderful friend, the French Bulldog has a sweet and funny personality.
Chion
The Chion is a designer/hybrid dog, and is the product of two small but highly intelligent and self-assured little breeds; the Chihuahua and the Papillon.
Saltwater Goby Fish
Saltwater Goby Fish are a large family of fish made up of over 2000 distinct species. Most species of saltwater goby fish are extremely small in size.
German Spaniel
Also known as the Deutscher Wachtelhund, the German Spaniel is a hunting breed known for its thick, wavy coat and its friendly temperament.
Bernedoodle
If you're looking for a fluffy dog that will be a companion for life, look no further than the Bernedoodle. A hybrid of the Bernese Mountain Dog and Poodle.
Singapura
The Singapura is such a charming extrovert, playful in a nondestructive way, and delightfully curious, it's hard to lose patience with him.
Saint Bernard
The Saint Bernard originally made a name for itself as a Swiss rescue dog. A friendly, unassuming breed that is loved by all who cross its path.
Burmese
The Burmese is a highly affectionate and charming cat that seems to convey an endearing quality of innocence. They bond deeply with their humans.
Griffon Vauve De Bretagne
Primarily kept as a hunting dog, the medium-sized Griffon Fauve de Bretagne is actually one of three Brittany hound breeds.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Outgoing, playful, loving, and companionable dogs, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi makes a great family pet, as it plays wonderfully with children.
Havashire
The Havashire, or Yorkenese Terrier, as it is also known, is a mixed breed dog. His parents are a purebred Yorkshire Terrier and a purebred Havanese.
Ori-Pei
The Ori-Pei is a laid-back pooch who can be quite the trickster with their favorite humans. Also known as the Pugpei, Sharpug or Pug-a-Pei.
Labmaraner
The Labmaraner is a cross between a purebred Labrador Retriever and Weimaraner. This dog is known for his loving and loyal personality.
Corgi Inu
Foxy, cute, and with a unique character, Corgi Inu will disarm you with their charm. This designer dog breed is a result of crossbreeding a Shiba Inu with a Welsh Corgi, either Pembroke or Cardigan variety.
Florida White Rabbit
The Florida White rabbit is a wonderful pet for practically any stage of a person's life.They are docile, laid-back animals who like to take it easy.
Basset Bleu De Gascogne
Also known as the Blue Gascony Basset, the Basset Bleu de Gascogne is a hound-type breed known for its short legs and spotted body.
Carpathian Shepherd Dog
Though he was developed as a livestock guardian breed, the Carpathian Shepherd Dog also does well as a family companion and is good with children.
Austrian Black and Tan Hound
Known for his keen sense of smell, strong work ethic and his agreeable temperament, the Austrian Black and Tan Hound is a hunter's dream.
Bolonoodle
The Bolonoodle is a cross between a purebred Bolognese and Poodle. Full of love and energy, these dogs are a true pleasure to be around.
Dashalier
The Dashalier is a sweet, friendly breed. This designer dog was developed by crossing the popular Dachshund or Doxie with the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
Dutch Rabbit
The Dutch rabbit is one of the oldest domestic rabbit breeds. This rabbit's flyback fur is short, glossy and easy to maintain, and they love to play.
Serbian Tricolour Hound
A medium-sized scent hound, the Serbian Tricolour Hound was bred as a running hound. A loving and loyal breed, these dogs are popular in the home.
Dutch Shepherd
You may be better acquainted with its cousins, the German and Belgian Shepherds, but the Dutch Shepherd is an all-around amazing dog for an active family.
Sea Bream
Referred to as breams, sea bream are a group of saltwater fish belonging to the Sparidae family. Most are found in tropical to temperate marine waters.
Soft Coated Golden
The friendly, playful Soft Coated Golden brings the sweet-natured Golden Retriever together with the fun-loving Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
Old Danish Pointer
Also known as the Old Danish Pointing Dog, the Old Danish Pointer is a medium-sized pointing breed developed in Denmark for hunting.
Pomerat
Also known as the Pomerat Terrier, this hybrid dog was developed by crossing the feisty Pomeranian and the playful Rat Terrier.
Molly
The Molly is one of the most popular species of livebearers in aquarium culture. It is a hardy and adaptable species and are great for beginner aquarists.
Manchester Terrier
Feisty and fearless, the Manchester Terrier is a tenacious guy that has no clue that he is a small dog. Playful and fun-loving, this dog loves to play.
Golden Sammy
It's hard not to be enamored with the fluffy Golden Sammy, the Golden Retriever and Samoyed mix with a big heart and perfect personality.
Barbs
Barbs are a large family of freshwater fish that are a popular choice in the aquarium hobby. Different species of barbs come in a dazzling array of colors.
French Pomerbull
Small, sweet, and sassy, the French Pomberbull really takes the prize as being one of the most adorable hybrid breeds around.
Danios
Danios are a popular species of freshwater fish in the aquarium hobby. They are characterized by two pairs of long barbells that hang from their mouth.
Japanese Spitz
Imagine a small white dog with a thick white coat and a fluffy tail - that is the image of a Japanese Spitz. These little dogs are the ideal companion pet.
Silkyhuahua
A mix between a Chihuahua and a Silky Terrier is popularly called the Silkyhuahua or Silky Chi and is a quirky, affectionate, fun, and adorable dog.
Doxiemo
The Doxiemo was was created by crossing the fluffy American Eskimo Dog with the charming Dachshund. Read on to learn more about this adorable designer dog!
Afador
A blend of Afghan Hound and Labrador Retriever, the Afador is a perfect pet for families with older children and those with experience as dog owners.
Bombay
The Bombay can be a mischievous handful, possessing the combined qualities of a dog, a cat, and a monkey! They love to play fetch and entertain themselves.
Drum Fish
There are several species of fish that carry the "drum" name. With more than 250 species, drum fish exhibit a wide range of colors and patterns.
Pom-Coton
The loving, kind nature of these small dogs, as well as their ease of trainability, can be considered the reason why Pom-Coton dogs are so popular.
Gourami
Gourami are a relatively hardy species of freshwater aquarium fish and are thus suitable for most intermediate aquarists. Square shaped, compressed body.
Lagotto Romagnolo
Don't let their curly, clown-like appearance fool you. The Lagotto Romagnolo has a rich history behind it and is one of Italy's oldest known dog breeds.
Corgipoo
The Corgipoo is a mix between a corgi and a poodle, and is sure to melt your heart. This hypoallergenic hybrid is one of the tricksters in the dog world.
Siamese
Acutely intelligent and highly inquisitive, there are few cats who exhibit the degree of loving devotion seen in the Siamese.
Irish Wolfoodle
A gentle giant that loves kids, the Irish Wolfoodle brings the friendly nature of the Irish Wolfhound together with the playful Standard Poodle.
Japanese Chin
Like the Pug, another Asian-originated breed, the Japanese Chin has a history that predates many of the breeds we'd consider to be classic today.
Jack Tzu
A small, spunky pooch with a heart of gold- Jack Tzu is a mix between a Shih Tzu and a Jack Russell Terrier. Read on to find out more about these cute dogs!
Maltipom
The Maltipom is a designer dog breed from crossing two purebred dogs, a Maltese and a Pomeranian. A small, cute pooch, the Maltipom is ideal for apartments.
American English Coonhound
A true Southern U.S. dog, the American English Coonhound loves to hunt. Loud-voiced and hard-working, this dog is one of six official Coonhound breeds.
Rottle
The playful Rottle combines the affectionate Rottweiler with the intelligent Poodle. An even-tempered dog that is affectionate with kids and loyal.
Pug
Some people think that the Pug is related to the Bulldog, and given the physical similarities between the two, it's hard to debate that.
English Toy Terrier
The English Toy Terrier is a wonderful dog breed - it is smart and energetic while being loyal and affectionate with its owners.
Dragonets
Dragonets are a family of small, vibrantly colored saltwater fish. There are over 130 species of dragonets identified and similar in appearance to gobies.
Tibetan Terrier
The Tibetan Terrier is an intelligent and mischievous dog that will be dedicated to its family. An excellent companion that is happy in most homes.