Puli
Bred for herding, the Puli is also a good watchdog but quite safe around his human family. He is energetic and fun-loving, perfect for an active family.
Pyrenean Mastiff
A fluffy dog with a calm and even temperament, the Pyrenean Mastiff is a super-sized softie. This dog originated in the Aragonese Pyrenees region of Spain.
Miniature Pinscher
The Miniature Pinscher is a feisty, friendly dog sometimes known as the "King of the Toy Dogs." Miniature Pinschers aren't ideal for large families.
Toy Fox Terrier
A combination of a toy and a terrier breed, the Toy Fox Terrier can be a bit like the Napoleon of the dog world: small in stature, but full of confidence.
Belgian Laekenois
Bred to herd and protect, the Belgian Laekenois still has these instincts. This dog is not a suitable choice for families with young children or other pets.
King Shepherd
The King Shepherd is a combination of the German Shepherd and the Shiloh Shepherd. They are loyal, loving, and protective.
English Pointer
The Pointer, also known as the English Pointer, is a friendly, loving and intelligent dog with a strong build and high energy levels that loves to hunt.
Doxie Cairn
If you like little dogs with a lot of spunk, you'll love the Doxie Cairn! This designer dog was developed by crossing a Dachshund with the Cairn Terrier.
Norwegian Buhund
Boasting Viking heritage, the Norwegian Buhund is brave, loyal and fearless. These protective instincts make him a trusted watchdog and companion.
Skye Terrier
With a long, flowing coat, people tend to underestimate the feistiness of the Skye Terrier. They are happy living in apartments, condos, homes or estates.
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.
Chabrador
The Chabrador is a meld of the highly independent Chow Chow and the gentle Labrador retriever. They are great companion animals when properly socialized.
Stabyhoun
The Stabyhoun is a medium-sized dog with a long black-and-white coat. This typle of dog is one of the top five rarest breeds in the world (as of 2013).
Bolognese
A companion dog in every sense of the word, this small breed will be stuck at your side. Forever curious, the Bolognese want to always be with you.
Chinese Shar-Pei
The chances are if you're looking for a Chinese Shar-Pei, you're going to have more difficulty than making the decision of choosing the right breed for you.
Cocker-Pei
The Cocker-Pei is a cross between a purebred Shar-Pei and Cocker Spaniel. They are known for being highly social dogs with friendly personalities.
Irish Troodle
The Irish Troodle brings together the playful Irish Terrier and the energetic Poodle for an affectionate pooch who gets along well with kids.
Peruvian Inca Orchid
The Peruvian Inca Orchid, or Peruvian Hairless Dog, is one of the weirdest looking dog breeds in the world. It is also the country's national dog.
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.
Papastzu
A designer breed, the laid-back Papastzu brings together the bossy Papillon and the confident Shih Tzu for a fun family dog.
Australian Kelpie
The Australian Kelpie is a highly intelligent breed of herding dog that likes to work hard. It is friendly and playful, always eager to please its owner.
Irish Setter
The Irish Setter is a noble, friendly dog that can make not only versatile athletes, but comfortable companions on a daily basis.
Rhodesian Ridgeback
As well as a hunter, the Rhodesian Ridgeback is a fiercely protective guardian of its family. Even though it's protective, this dog is gentle with children
Cavachon
If you can't make up your mind between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Bichon Frise, the Cavachon may be just the dog you are looking for.
Great Golden Dane
If you want a gentle giant with a soul of a puppy, choose Great Golden Dane. These designer dogs are mixes between Golden Retriever and the Great Dane.
Dogue De Bordeaux
The Dogue de Bordeaux has the versatility of being a strong, fearless guard but also having gentleness around the house, including with children.
Native American Indian Dog
The Native American Indian Dog is an attractive breed with a wild appearance very similar to their ancestors. These dogs can grow to be fairly large.
Bridoodle
The loyal, playful and sweet-natured Bridoodle brings together the fun-loving Poodle and the independent Briard for a wonderful family dog.
Golden Saint
Meet Golden Saint, a designer dog that brings together two well-loved purebreds together, the Golden Retriever and Saint Bernard.
Mastiff
Look up Mastiff online and you'll be greeted with a plethora of options. The Mastiff is such a varied and multifaceted division in the world of dog breeds.
Toy Rat Doxie
If you want a small dog with a big personality, you'll love the feisty Toy Rat Doxie. This designer dog is a mix between a Daschund and a Rat Terrier.
Biewer Terrier
Small and adorable, the Biewer Terrier was bred from Yorkshire Terriers so it shares many of the same lovable characteristics of this popular breed.
Rotterman
The Rotterman is a cross between a purebred Rottweiler and Doberman Pinscher. These dogs can be trained to work with police and with the military.
Australian Bulldog
The Australian Bulldog bears a striking resemblance to the Bulldog, but it has clearly been influenced by other breeds like the Bullmastiff and the Boxer.
Azawakh
Boasting loyalty and independence, the Azawakh does well in a family household, as well as a therapy dog in nursing homes and rehabilitation centers.
Pyredoodle
The Pyredoodle is a mix of Standard Poodle and Great Pyrenees that makes a great family dog. This dog has a keen-to-please personality.
Golden Pei
Learn more about the Golden Pei, a rare designer dog breed developed by crossing the affectionate Golden Retriever and devoted Chinese Shar-Pei.
Poolky
The vocal little Poolky brings the playful smarts of the Miniature Poodle together with the spirited nature of the Silky Terrier for a fun family dog.
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.
Chi Apso
The Chi Apso brings together the playful nature of the Lhasa Apso and the sassy Chihuahua. A sweet-natured, affectionate dog who loves being active.
American Pugabull
The bold American Pugabull brings together the friendly nature of the Pug and the protective characteristics of the American Bulldog.
Dalmatian
Often associated as the kind of dogs who help firemen and police, the Dalmatian is a notoriously good workers and are known as an assertive, friendly breed.
Schwyz Hound
Also known as the Schweizer Laufhund, the Schwyz hound is one of three Swiss hounds. This is a small hound used for hunting hare, fox, and roe deer.
Yorkie Apso
The Yorkie Apso is a rare but popular designer dog. Their mom is a purebred Lhasa Apso and their dad is a purebred Yorkshire Terrier.
Doxie Chon
The Doxie Chon is an intelligent and lively designer dog, developed by crossing the fluffy Bichon Frise and the short-legged Dachshund.
Crested Malt
The Crested Malt was developed by crossing the sweet Maltese with the friendly Chinese Crested- and it can inherit the parents' hypoallergenic qualities.
Weimaraner
But what is it about the greyish, monochromatic Weimaraner that attracts so many people as pet owners? Is it just a matter of the personality?
Basschshund
The Basschshund is known for its playful nature, which makes for an entertaining dog who will always try to bring a smile to your face.
Italian Greyhuahua
The Italian Greyhuahua blends the spunky Chihuahua with the Italian Greyhound for a fun family dog. They are curious, playful yet timid family dogs.
Springerdoodle
The Springerdoodle is a cross between a purebred English Springer Spaniel and Poodle. It's such a beloved breed because it has an outstanding personality.
Brussels Griffon
Ideal for apartment dwellers, the Brussels Griffon is spunky, playful, yet stubborn and mischievous. This dog is also good with other pets and children.
Bolo Tzu
The affectionate Bolo Tzu is the result of crossing the loving and spirited little Shih Tzu with the quintessential lapdog; the Bolognese.
Alaskan Klee Klai
The Alaskan Klee Klai has the looks and temperament of an Alaskan Husky but is smaller. The breed comes in 3 different sizes - toy, miniature and standard.
Affenpinscher
Shaggy but neat, the Affenpinscher has an endearing facial expression on its flat face, as well as a prominent chin, bushy eyebrows, a mustache and a beard.
Dach Griffon
The spunky, cheerful, and bubbly Dach Griffon is a new designer dog, developed by crossing the Dachshund with Brussels Griffon.
Pomeranian
The Pomeranian is a wonderful addition to the family, thanks to its docile temperament, intelligence and devotion. Expect this do to be easily trainable.
Labrador Husky
Though the name of this breed suggests it is a cross between a Labrador Retriever and a Siberian Husky, the Labrador Husky is actually a separate breed.
Newfypoo
The Newfypoo is a mix between a Poodle and a Newfoundland. Newfypoos are highly intelligent, so you can teach your dog to do a lot of fun tricks.
Miniature American Shepherd
If you're looking for a loyal companion or a smart dog that can be trained for various sports, the Miniature American Shepherd is the right choice for you.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a prime example of a dog that can be a good challenge for those who want to develop dog leadership skills.