Best known for their long, corded coat resembling dreadlocks, the Puli is a hardworking herding dog and family companion. Energetic and lively, this mop-like dog breed hailing from Hungary appears much larger than they are due to that distinctive coat. Even though these are purebred dogs, you may find them in the care of shelters […]
Category: Dog Breeds
Dog breed profiles of more than 200 breeds. Includes characteristics, personality, history, dog pictures, dog health info, dog facts and more. Find the dog breed that is right for you.
Puginese
The Puginese is a mixed breed dog–a cross between the Pug and Pekingese dog breeds. Affectionate, sensitive, and independent, these pups inherited some of the best traits from both of their parents. Puginese dogs go by a few different names, including Pekeapug and Pugapeke. Despite their status as a designer breed, you can find these […]
Puggle
The Puggle is a hybrid or mixed breed dog — a cross between the Beagle and Pug breeds. They’ve become fairly popular, thanks to their fun-loving personality and cute looks. Although these dogs sometimes have the unfortunate status of “designer breed,” you may find them in the care of shelters and rescue groups. Remember to adopt! Don’t shop […]
Pugalier
The Pugalier is a mixed breed dog — a cross between the Pug and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dog breeds. Small, adorable, and loyal, these pups inherited some of the best qualities from both of their parents. Pugaliers usually don’t go by other names except maybe “Pug/Cavalier King Charles Spaniel mix.” Despite their unfortunate status as a […]
Pug
The Pug is often described as a lot of dog in a small space. These sturdy, compact dogs are a part of the American Kennel Club’s Toy group, and are known as the clowns of the canine world because they have a great sense of humor and like to show off. Even though these are […]
Pudelpointer
The Pudelpointer was developed in the late 1800s to be the perfect hunting dog by combining the German Hunting Poodle, or Pudel, with an English Pointer. The German Pudelpointer is also sometimes known as a Pudel, Pudlepointer, or the Poodle Pointer. Although these are purebred dogs, you may still find them in shelters and rescues. Remember […]
Portuguese Water Dog
Portuguese Water Dogs once served as crew on fishing trips, retrieving lost gear and herding fish into nets. Today, this dog breed makes for a fun-loving family companion—represented by Bo Obama, former First Dog of the U.S.—who still retains their intelligence and love of the water, not to mention the webbed feet, that made them […]
Porcelaine
The Porcelaine dog breed originated in France where they generally performed as hunting dogs. Today, people know dogs of this large-sized breed as energetic and sociable companions. The breed is sometimes also known as the Chien de Franche-Comté. Although these are purebred dogs, you may still find them in shelters and rescues. Remember to adopt! […]