The Companimal Breed Directory · 313 Breeds
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Every breed has a temperament, a coat, an energy level and a story. Browse by what matters to you — we'll help you shortlist a few worth meeting.
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Gundog
Bred to find and retrieve game. Active, biddable, outdoors-loving.
American Cocker Spaniel
Bracco Italiano
Brittany
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Clumber Spaniel
Cocker Spaniel
Curly Coated Retriever
English Setter
Hound
Sight or scent hunters. Independent, athletic, gentle at home.
Afghan Hound
Azawakh
Basenji
Basset Bleu de Gascogne
Basset Fauve de Bretagne
Basset Griffon Vendeen (Grand)
Basset Griffon Vendeen (Petit)
Basset Hound
Pastoral
Herding and flock-guarding breeds. Intelligent, loyal, energetic.
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Australian Cattle Dog
Australian Shepherd
Bearded Collie
Beauce Shepherd
Belgian Shepherd Dog (Groenendael)
Belgian Shepherd Dog (Laekenois)
Belgian Shepherd Dog (Malinois)
Terrier
Originally bred to hunt vermin. Bold, spirited, tenacious.
Airedale Terrier
American Hairless Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
Australian Terrier
Bedlington Terrier
Border Terrier
Bull Terrier
Bull Terrier (Miniature)
Toy
Companion breeds bred for lap and heart. Small, affectionate, adaptable.
Affenpinscher
Australian Silky Terrier
Bichon Frise
Biewer Terrier
Bolognese
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Chihuahua (Long Coat)
Chihuahua (Smooth Coat)
Utility
A diverse group — breeds that don't fit neatly elsewhere.
Akita
Alaskan Klee Kai
Boston Terrier
Bulldog
Canaan Dog
Chow Chow
Dalmatian
Eurasier
Working
Guard, rescue and sled breeds. Strong, confident, purposeful.
Alaskan Malamute
American Bulldog
Bernese Mountain Dog
Blue Lacy
Boerboel
Bouvier des Flandres
Boxer
Broholmer
Crossbreed
Mixed-heritage dogs. Every one unique, often hardy and characterful.
Designer
Intentional crosses of two pedigree breeds.
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