Category: Dog Breeds

Created in Belgium in the late 19th century, the Belgian Tervuren dog breed is often considered to be the most elegant of the four Belgian sheepdogs. They’re intelligent and athletic, making them a versatile performer in any number of activities, including their original job, herding. Even though these are purebred dogs, you may find them […]

The medium-sized Belgian Sheepdog is a herding dog breed that originated in Belgium where these dogs were used to herd sheep. They later graduated to police work, and today their versatility makes them suitable for many jobs and dog sports. Even though these are purebred dogs, you may find them in the care of shelters or rescue […]

Canines of the Belgian Malinois dog breed were originally bred to be herding dogs. Today, they also work as police and military dogs, protection dogs, and loving family members. Even though these are purebred dogs, you may find them at breed specific rescues and shelters. You can also try FunkyPaw’s adoption page that lets you […]

The Belgian Laekenois dog breed was developed in Belgium in the 1880s, herding sheep of the Laken Castle in Brussels. The rarest of the four Belgian Shepherds, the Laekenois is just starting to gain international recognition. Some fans of the breed call them Chien de Berger Belge or Laeken. Also, they sometimes aren’t really differentiated from […]

The Bedlington Terrier dog breed originated as a killer of vermin and hunter’s sidekick. Today Bedlingtons excel as companions and in the show ring. Although they still have excellent hunting instincts, a keen sense of smell, and the will to go to ground, they are rarely used in the field. Even though these are purebred […]

The Bearded Collie dog breed was developed in Scotland to herd sheep and cattle in any weather or terrain. They function today as excellent family companions, show dogs, working sheepdogs, or even all three. Even though these are purebred dogs, you may find them in the care of shelters or rescue groups. Remember to adopt! Don’t […]

Small, compact, and hardy, Beagles are active companions for kids and adults alike. Canines of this dog breed are merry and fun loving, but being hounds, they can also be stubborn and require patient, creative training techniques. Their noses guide them through life, and they’re never happier than when following an interesting scent. Beagles originally […]

The Beabull is a mixed breed dog — a cross between the Beagle and the English Bulldog breeds. Loyal, curious, and loving, these pups inherited some of the best qualities from both of their parents. The Beabull doesn’t go by many other names, though some people might just call them Beagle-Bulldog mixes. These wonderful pups […]