The Affenpinscher is a terrier-like toy breed of dog. This dog is filled with spunk and personality. The Affenpinscher travels well and loves to be with you, they do well in families and guarantee to make you smile.

The Wire Fox Terrier may seem feisty at first, but once you get to know them you realize how great and energetic they are. The Wire Fox Terriers are fun loving and active making them perfect for any families who know terriers!

Meet the supermodel of the dog world - the Afghan Hound. Instead of hunting by scent like other breeds, they hunt by sight and speed. Their long and luscious coat requires lots of maintenance but they thrive in families with older children.

Airedales are the largest of the Terrier breeds and is called, "The King". They love to learn and have bubbly personalities. The Airedale Terrier is very adaptable and loves to be part of a family, but needs to be reminded of who is boss.

This dog can walk on a tightrope, the American Eskimo has captured the hearts of humans. They're agile, trainable, and slow growing into adults all appeal to dog lovers. The American Eskimo requires lots of grooming and can be a great family dog!

Need an enduring friendship? The Australian Cattle Dog is a loving and loyal herding dog. They are devoted, extremely athletic and highly intelligent. The Australian Cattle Dog is great in families especially active families who enjoy the outdoors.

Did you know that the Australian Shepherd is not actually from Australia? The Australian Shepherd is extremely vivacious and easily recognizable by their coat and eye coloration!

Originally used to hunt lions, the Basenji uses both sight and sound to hunt for its prey. They are also extremely cat like and love to groom themselves. Basenji's are calm and loyal companions that do well in cities and in any families.

Most people think they've never seen a Bearded Collie, but they're all over Hollywood! The Bearded Collie needs plenty of space and requires lots of grooming but with love and affection this dog makes an excellent family dog!

Famous for protecting livestock, the Belgian Malinois is now known for protecting man. The Belgian Malinois has become a favorite of the military and police forces. This dog needs dedication and experience in order to be in a family environment.

If you live on a farm, the Bernese Mountain Dog may be the perfect dog for you. These friendly and burly dogs are hard-working and great with families. The Bernese Mountain Dog has a subtle loving expression and are able to be around children!

Just try resisting these small, curly-haired dogs. Bichons were used as circus dogs in the past and this breed still loves attention! Bichons are gentle and playful making them great for any family with children

The Basset Hound holds the record for the longest dog ears, one of their traits that make them so loveable. Originally bred to hunt, this hound loves to smell scents. Loving and dependable this dog is great for families with children.

The Black and Tan Coonhound holds the distinction as being America's first First Dog. Being a hound they have a strong sense of smell and can track cold scents. The Black and Tan Coonhound is a howler but can make a great family pet!

The Black Russian Terrier is large, sturdy, and built for serious action. Made from 17 dog breeds this dog is extremely rare. The Black Russian Terrier is very trainable but needs a serious type of owner and is not great for first time dog owners.

Border Collies are considered by many to be one of the most intelligent and trainable dog breeds. They require a lot of exercise and training. The Border Collie needs constant activity and a job but if given that they make great family dogs.

This popular dog is a hound's hound. The Beagle is a charming and upbeat dog, who love their owners. Beagle's have big voices and love to bark, but they are affectionate with kids and families.

The Black and Tan Coonhound holds the distinction as being America's first First Dog. Being a hound they have a strong sense of smell and can track cold scents. The Black and Tan Coonhound is a howler but can make a great family pet!

Just try resisting these small, curly-haired dogs. Bichons were used as circus dogs in the past and this breed still loves attention! Bichons are gentle and playful making them great for any family with children

This popular breed comes in three different coats and two sizes so there's a Doxie for everyone! The Dachshund's long bodies and short legs give them a great personality as well as make them perfect for city living.

Boxers are exploding with energy and known for their expressiveness and big personality. Boxers make loyal guards and funny friends making them great among families!

The Black Russian Terrier is large, sturdy, and built for serious action. Made from 17 dog breeds this dog is extremely rare. The Black Russian Terrier is very trainable but needs a serious type of owner and is not great for first time dog owners.

The Leonberger is a large breed of dog. The breed's name derives from the city of Leonberg in Baden-Wí_rttemberg, Germany. Their sensitive and loving nature makes the Leonburger a great family dogs.

The Miniature Pinscher is a breed of their own with their prancing walk and small regal bearing. However, don't let the Miniature Pinscher's size fool you, they have quite a rowdy personality and are willing and able to take on any task!

Rumored to be a mix of five breeds, this mixed lineage has allowed the Irish Setter to become one of America's favorite dog breeds. They love to run and play so they are best for active families.

Most commonly known as "Westies" or "Scotties" the West Highland White Terrier are tenacious little dogs with Type A personalities. The West Highland White Terrier is a great family dog that is very playful and affectionate.

When it comes to speed, the Whippet is the Ferrari of the dog world. Built for speed but able to be couch potatoes, they combine athleticism with love and loyalty. Whippets are laid back and can fit into any environment making them good for families

If you like cute and cuddly dogs, the Lhasa Apso is for you. With a beautiful coat and sweet personality, you'd be hard pressed to find a better companion. The Lhasa Apso doesn't shed much making them a great option for people with allergies.

A relatively new breed, the Doberman was first bred less than 150 years ago. Bred to be tough, they often have a bad reputation for being aggressive. Dobermans today are less aggressive and with proper training can be great family pets.

One of the most popular dogs in the hound group, the Bloodhound's long ears and droopy nature attract many owners including families. But their strong build and need to follow scents make them better for older kids.

The Yorkie is considered hypoallergenic and is the second most popular breed in the world. They are little dogs with big personalities. The Yorkshire Terrier is keen on their owner and love to be with their owner making them a great companion dog.

Claiming the title of tallest dog in the world the Great Dane is also one of the most gentle. This gentle giant loves to cuddle and try to be a lap dog. The Great Dane is great with families as long as they are trained early on to be with children.