Dog Breeds
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Neapolitan Mastiff
Group: Working Weight: 165 lbs Height: male: 26-30, female: 24-28 inches History The Neapolitan Mastiff is originally from Italy, and these dogs have a very long history. These dogs were almost distinct during the Second World War, but have since then become very popular again. It is believed that the Mastiff is an offspring from ... Read more
Siberian Husky
Siberian Huskies were developed by the nomadic Inuit people of Eastern Siberia. These dogs were mainly developed to pull sleds over long distances. Siberian Huskies were ideal dogs for the cruel Siberian winters, and the rough terrains. During the beginning of the 20th century, the Siberian Huskies was brought to North America where these dogs did very well at competitive dog sled racing. These dogs won most of the stamina racing titles which started in Alaska in 1909. The rocky terrains in Alaskan terrain were ideal for the lighter Siberian Huskies. Siberian Huskies became even more popular after several teams of sled dogs were used to deliver antitoxins to Nome in Alaska, to fight a diphtheria epidemic.
Mastiff
It is said that the Old English Mastiff may have been introduced into Britain by Phoenician traders. It is sure that they have been used as war dog by the Roman legions though. The Mastiff has been used as war dogs until the late middle Ages. After this they have been used to hunt bears and wolves. The breed’s popularity declined in England during the 19th century, but they remained fairly popular in the United States after that and were used as guard and companion dogs.
Saint Bernard
Group: Working Weight: 120-200 lbs Height: male: 27.5, female: 25 inches History The Saint Bernard has a very interesting and extended history. These dogs are originally from Switzerland where they were developed by monks. The Saint Bernard became famous for helping travellers that were lost, and also by keeping them warm when they were cut ... Read more
Newfoundland
Group: Working Weight: male: 130-150, female: 100-120 lbs Height: male: 28, female: 26 inches History It is not entirely known who the predecessors of these dogs are. Some people say that the Vikings brought them to Newfoundland, and other believes that these dogs have their decadence from the Tibetan Mastiffs. Although there isn’t certainty about ... Read more
Samoyed
Group: Working Weight: male: 45-65, female: 35-50 lbs Height: male: 21-23.5, female: 19-21 inches History The Sayomed is originally from Russia where they were used for herding and guarding – and even to help keep the huts of the tribe members warm. Sayomeds are also often used for sled pulling purposes in the Arctic region. ... Read more
German Pinscher
Group: Working Weight: 25 – 35 Lbs. Height: 17 – 20 Inches History These terriers developed by being used on farms to hunt pests. They also protected farm animals, and were used as watchdogs. German Pinschers were forerunners of the miniature Pinscher and the Schnauzer. German Pinschers also played a role in the evolvement of ... Read more
African Boerboel
Group: Working Weight: 154-200 lbs Height: Male 25-28 inches, female 23-25.5 inches Life expectancy: 12-15 years Size of litters: 7-12 puppies History Originated in South Africa, the African Boerboel is believed to have been developed with the English bulldog and the Bullmastiff. Jan van Riebeeck had brought the ancestor breed of the African Boerboel (the ... Read more
Giant Schnauzer
Group: Working Weight: Male 60-80 lbs Female 55-75 lbs Height: Males 26-28 inches Females 23-26 inches History Giant Schnauzers are believed to have come from crosses between dogs like the Great Dane, the Bouvier des Flandres and the Standard Schnauzer. In the German language the word “Schnauze” has the meaning of “muzzle”. Originally, these dogs ... Read more
Boxer Dog
Group: Working Weight: male: 65-80, female: 50-65 lbs Height: male: 22.5-25, female: 21-23.5 inches History Boxers originated in Germany the late 1900s. This breed’s name was copied from the “boxing” motion they made with their front paws. Boxers are sturdy and medium sized dogs, with strong jaws and a powerful bite. They are widely used ... Read more
Nebolish Mastiff
Group: Working Weight: 95-200 pounds Height: 27-36 inches History Not everyone agrees on the origin of the Nebolish Mastiff. Of the 80 Mastiff types there are, the Nebolish Mastiff is one of the rarest. These dogs were first bred in during the late 1960s in Canada, and also in the Northwest. The reason for this ... Read more
Black Russian Terrier
Group: Working/Terrier Weight: 80 � 143 pounds Height: 25 � 29 inches Life Expectancy: Around 10 � 11 years Size of Litters: Average 6 � 12 puppies History The origin of the Black Russian Terrier is quite unique. The government of the Soviet Union in the 1940�s developed this breed as a working dog for ... Read more
Labrador Retriever
History Labrador Retrievers have their origin in Newfoundland during the 1700s. These dogs were developed to help the fishermen tow in their fishing nets. The Labrador retriever was then imported to England during the 19th century. The fact that these dogs are so adaptable, and various other characteristics, has made them extremely popular family pets. ... Read more