The Greyhound is a very popular breed of dog. It is mostly bred for racing and other similar games, due to its long powerful legs, deep chest and lean, aerodynamic built. Popularly thought to have originated in Ancient Egypt, the Greyhound were used primarily for hunting due to their keen eyesight. Its name does not necessarily make a reference to its appearance, as Greyhounds are seen with a wide variety of coats....

he Giant Schnauzer is one of the three Schnauzer breeds. It is widely considered a perfect family pet because of its loyalty, intelligence and courageousness. It is very easy to train and has a rugged look and a watchful eye. Breed Origin Giant Schnauzers originate from Germany in the regions of Bavaria and Württemberg. The Schnauzer family is divided into three – the miniature schnauzer, the standard sc...

Siberian Huskies have got to be one of the handsomest dogs ever. They are very useful in carrying loads (harnessed) and are famous for being sled dogs, and have been competing in sled races since 1909. They are genetic relatives of the Spitz. Breed Origin The Siberian Huskie is a descendant of the Tomarctus or the Eskimo/Sled dog, along with the Samoyed and the Alaskan Malamute. The word "Husky" came from...

The poodle is a popular dog breed which is also commonly used as a symbol of elegance and luxury. Well-kept and cared for poodles are a favorite pet among the wealthy lot. Poodles also make excellent show dogs and their air of elegance usually gets them top honors in dog shows. Breed Origin Origins of the breed date back to as early as the 13th Century. Although the exact country of origin for the poodle is not kn...

The Beagle belongs to the hound dog breed. It is a medium sized dog that have a similar appearance to a foxhound but relatively smaller. Beagles are known as scent hounds bred initially to track down rabbits, hare and other game with their keen sense of smell. And for this trait, beagles are also trained as detection dogs by law enforcers. Breed Origin Beagles have a limited recorded history although it is known t...

The German Shepherd is considered as one of the most popular and well-loved of dog breeds all over the world. Although initially bred in order to aid in herding sheep in farms, German Shepherds have since gained quite a reputation for being able to do quite a number of tasks. They can be trained as guide dogs for the blind and the disabled. Highly trained German Shepherds are also widely known for assisting law enf...

The Yorkshire Terrier is a small dog breed that belongs to the terrier category. Also commonly known as Yorkies, this dog breed is known for their long and flowing coat of hair as well as for their very playful demeanor. The Yorkshire Terrier is also considered as one of the top dog breeds in the world. Breed Origins The Yorkshire Terrier originated in Yorkshire, which is a rugged region in Northern England. York...

The Dachshund is a short-legged and elongated dog breed that is related to the hound. Also popularly known as a wiener dog due to its elongated but small body, the dachshund is also known literally in German as the badger dog. This breed was initially developed to look, chase and flush badgers out of their burrows. Its smaller version later on was used to hunt out rabbits. The dachshund is considered as one of the ...