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The following breeds have been classified according to The Kennel Club guidelines. Any breed not part of these guidelines has been omitted, excluding the Dangerous Dogs section. The descriptions for each group are also from The Kennel Club. For further information regarding a specific breed please see http://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/. | The following breeds have been classified according to The Kennel Club guidelines. Any breed not part of these guidelines has been omitted, excluding the Dangerous Dogs section. The descriptions for each group are also from The Kennel Club. For further information regarding a specific breed please see http://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/. | ||
===Gundog Group=== | ===Gundog Group=== | ||
*Dogs that were originally trained to find live game and/or to retrieve game that had been shot and wounded. This group is divided into four categories - Retriever, Spaniels, Hunt/Point/Retrieve and Setters.^ | *Dogs that were originally trained to find live game and/or to retrieve game that had been shot and wounded. This group is divided into four categories - Retriever, Spaniels, Hunt/Point/Retrieve and Setters.^ | ||
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Image:Bracco_Italiano.jpg|'''Bracco Italiano'''<p><small>( © Gábor Essösy WikiMedia Commons)</small> | Image:Bracco_Italiano.jpg|'''Bracco Italiano'''<p><small>( © Gábor Essösy WikiMedia Commons)</small> | ||
Image:Brittany.jpg|'''Brittany'''<p><small>( © JL Goasdoue WikiMedia Commons)</small> | Image:Brittany.jpg|'''Brittany'''<p><small>( © JL Goasdoue WikiMedia Commons)</small> | ||
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===Hound Group=== | ===Hound Group=== | ||
*Traditionally used for hunting by scent or sight. They require a significant amount of exercise and can be described as dignified, aloof but trustworthy companions.^ | *Traditionally used for hunting by scent or sight. They require a significant amount of exercise and can be described as dignified, aloof but trustworthy companions.^ | ||
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Image:Afghan Hound.jpg|'''Afghan Hound'''<p><small>( © Zwoenitzer WikiMedia Commons)</small> | Image:Afghan Hound.jpg|'''Afghan Hound'''<p><small>( © Zwoenitzer WikiMedia Commons)</small> | ||
Image:Basenji.jpg|'''Basenji'''<p><small>( © ToB WikiMedia Commons)</small> | Image:Basenji.jpg|'''Basenji'''<p><small>( © ToB WikiMedia Commons)</small> | ||
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===Pastoral Group=== | ===Pastoral Group=== | ||
*Herding dogs that are associated with working cattle, sheep, reindeer and other cloven footed animals. Usually this type of canine has a weatherproof double coat to protect it from the elements when working in severe conditions.^ | *Herding dogs that are associated with working cattle, sheep, reindeer and other cloven footed animals. Usually this type of canine has a weatherproof double coat to protect it from the elements when working in severe conditions.^ | ||
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Image:Anatolian.jpg|'''Anatolian Shepherd Dog'''<p><small>( © Pleple2000 WikiMedia Commons)</small> | Image:Anatolian.jpg|'''Anatolian Shepherd Dog'''<p><small>( © Pleple2000 WikiMedia Commons)</small> | ||
Image:AustrCattleDog.jpg|'''Australian Cattle Dog'''<p><small>( © Ellen Levy Finch WikiMedia Commons)</small> | Image:AustrCattleDog.jpg|'''Australian Cattle Dog'''<p><small>( © Ellen Levy Finch WikiMedia Commons)</small> | ||
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===Terrier Group=== | ===Terrier Group=== | ||
*Dogs originally bred and used for hunting vermin. This hardy collection of dogs were selectively bred to be extremely brave and tough, and to pursue fox, badger, rat and otter (to name but a few) above and below ground.^ | *Dogs originally bred and used for hunting vermin. This hardy collection of dogs were selectively bred to be extremely brave and tough, and to pursue fox, badger, rat and otter (to name but a few) above and below ground.^ | ||
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Image:Airedale_Terrier.jpg|'''Airedale Terrier'''<p><small>( © Pleple2000 WikiMedia Commons)</small> | Image:Airedale_Terrier.jpg|'''Airedale Terrier'''<p><small>( © Pleple2000 WikiMedia Commons)</small> | ||
Image:Aus_Terrier.jpg|'''Australian Terrier'''<p><small>( © Lilly M WikiMedia Commons)</small> | Image:Aus_Terrier.jpg|'''Australian Terrier'''<p><small>( © Lilly M WikiMedia Commons)</small> | ||
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===Toy Group=== | ===Toy Group=== | ||
*Small companion or lap dogs. Many of the Toy breeds were bred for this capacity although some have been placed into this category due to their size. They should have friendly personalities and love attention. They do not need a large amount of exercise and some can be finicky eaters.^ | *Small companion or lap dogs. Many of the Toy breeds were bred for this capacity although some have been placed into this category due to their size. They should have friendly personalities and love attention. They do not need a large amount of exercise and some can be finicky eaters.^ | ||
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Image:Affenpinscher.jpg|'''Affenpinscher'''<p><small>( © sannse WikiMedia Commons)</small> | Image:Affenpinscher.jpg|'''Affenpinscher'''<p><small>( © sannse WikiMedia Commons)</small> | ||
− | Image:Australian_Silky_Terrier.JPG|'''Australian Silky Terrier'''<p> | + | Image:Australian_Silky_Terrier.JPG|'''Australian Silky Terrier'''<p>Kennel Club |
− | Image:Bichon_Frise.jpg|'''Bichon Frise'''<p> | + | Image:Bichon_Frise.jpg|'''Bichon Frise'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Bolognese.jpg|'''Bolognese'''<p> | + | Image:Bolognese.jpg|'''Bolognese'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Cavalier_king_charles_spaniel.jpg|'''Cavalier King Charles Spaniel'''<p> | + | Image:Cavalier_king_charles_spaniel.jpg|'''Cavalier King Charles Spaniel'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Chihuahualongcoat.jpg|'''Chihuahua (Long Coat)'''<p> | + | Image:Chihuahualongcoat.jpg|'''Chihuahua (Long Coat)'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Chihuahuasmoothcoat.jpg|'''Chihuahua (Smooth Coat)'''<p> | + | Image:Chihuahuasmoothcoat.jpg|'''Chihuahua (Smooth Coat)'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Chinese_Crested.jpg|'''Chinese Crested'''<p> | + | Image:Chinese_Crested.jpg|'''Chinese Crested'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Coton_de_Tular.jpg|'''Coton de Tular'''<p> | + | Image:Coton_de_Tular.jpg|'''Coton de Tular'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:English_Toy_Terrier.jpg|'''English Toy Terrier'''<p> | + | Image:English_Toy_Terrier.jpg|'''English Toy Terrier'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Griffon_Bruxellois.jpg|'''Griffon Bruxellois'''<p> | + | Image:Griffon_Bruxellois.jpg|'''Griffon Bruxellois'''<p>Kennels.co.uk |
− | Image:Havanese.jpg|'''Havanese'''<p> | + | Image:Havanese.jpg|'''Havanese'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Italian_Greyhound.jpg|'''Italian Greyhound'''<p> | + | Image:Italian_Greyhound.jpg|'''Italian Greyhound'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Japanese_Chin.jpg|'''Japanese Chin'''<p> | + | Image:Japanese_Chin.jpg|'''Japanese Chin'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:King_Charles_Spaniel.jpg|'''King Charles Spaniel'''<p> | + | Image:King_Charles_Spaniel.jpg|'''King Charles Spaniel'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Lowchen.jpg|'''Lowchen'''<p> | + | Image:Lowchen.jpg|'''Lowchen'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Maltese.jpg|'''Maltese'''<p> | + | Image:Maltese.jpg|'''Maltese'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:miniature_pinscher.jpg|'''Miniature Pinscher'''<p> | + | Image:miniature_pinscher.jpg|'''Miniature Pinscher'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Papillon.jpg|'''Papillon'''<p> | + | Image:Papillon.jpg|'''Papillon'''<p>petplanet.co.uk |
− | Image:Pekingese.jpg|'''Pekingese'''<p> | + | Image:Pekingese.jpg|'''Pekingese'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Pomeranian.jpg|'''Pomeranian'''<p> | + | Image:Pomeranian.jpg|'''Pomeranian'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Pug.jpg|'''Pug'''<p> | + | Image:Pug.jpg|'''Pug'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Yorkshire_Terrier.jpg|'''Yorkshire Terrier'''<p> | + | Image:Yorkshire_Terrier.jpg|'''Yorkshire Terrier'''<p>WikiCommons |
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===Working Group=== | ===Working Group=== | ||
*Over the centuries these dogs were selectively bred to become guards and search and rescue dogs. Arguably, the working group consists of some of the most heroic canines in the world, aiding humans in many walks of like, including the Boxer, Great Dane and St. Bernard.^ | *Over the centuries these dogs were selectively bred to become guards and search and rescue dogs. Arguably, the working group consists of some of the most heroic canines in the world, aiding humans in many walks of like, including the Boxer, Great Dane and St. Bernard.^ | ||
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− | Image:Alaskan_Malamute.jpg|'''Alaskan Malamute'''<p> | + | Image:Alaskan_Malamute.jpg|'''Alaskan Malamute'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Beauceron.jpg|'''Beauceron'''<p> | + | Image:Beauceron.jpg|'''Beauceron'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Bernese_mountain_dog.jpg|'''Bernese Mountain Dog'''<p> | + | Image:Bernese_mountain_dog.jpg|'''Bernese Mountain Dog'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Bouvier_des_Flandres.jpg|'''Bouvier Des Flandres'''<p> | + | Image:Bouvier_des_Flandres.jpg|'''Bouvier Des Flandres'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Boxer.jpg|'''Boxer'''<p> | + | Image:Boxer.jpg|'''Boxer'''<p>dogsindepth.com |
− | Image:Bull_mastiff.jpg|'''Bull Mastiff'''<p> | + | Image:Bull_mastiff.jpg|'''Bull Mastiff'''<p>aboutpedigreedogs.com |
− | Image:Canadian_Eskimo_Dog.jpg|'''Canadian Eskimo Dog'''<p> | + | Image:Canadian_Eskimo_Dog.jpg|'''Canadian Eskimo Dog'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Dobermann.jpg|'''Dobermann'''<p> | + | Image:Dobermann.jpg|'''Dobermann'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Dogue_de_Bordeaux.jpg|'''Dogue De Bordeaux'''<p> | + | Image:Dogue_de_Bordeaux.jpg|'''Dogue De Bordeaux'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Entlebucher_Mountain_Dog.jpg|'''Entlebucher Mountain Dog'''<p> | + | Image:Entlebucher_Mountain_Dog.jpg|'''Entlebucher Mountain Dog'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Pinscher.jpg|'''German Pinscher'''<p> | + | Image:Pinscher.jpg|'''German Pinscher'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:GiantSchnauzer.jpg|'''Giant Schnauzer'''<p> | + | Image:GiantSchnauzer.jpg|'''Giant Schnauzer'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:greatdane.jpg|'''Great Dane'''<p> | + | Image:greatdane.jpg|'''Great Dane'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Swiss_mdog.jpg|'''Greater Swiss Mountain Dog'''<p> | + | Image:Swiss_mdog.jpg|'''Greater Swiss Mountain Dog'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Greenland_dog.jpg|'''Greenland Dog'''<p> | + | Image:Greenland_dog.jpg|'''Greenland Dog'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Hovawart.jpg|'''Hovawart'''<p> | + | Image:Hovawart.jpg|'''Hovawart'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Leonberger.jpg|'''Leonberger'''<p> | + | Image:Leonberger.jpg|'''Leonberger'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Mastiff.JPG|'''English Mastiff'''<p> | + | Image:Mastiff.JPG|'''English Mastiff'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Neapolitan-mastiff.jpg|'''Neapolitan Mastiff'''<p> | + | Image:Neapolitan-mastiff.jpg|'''Neapolitan Mastiff'''<p>gotpetsonline.com |
− | Image:Newfoundland.jpg|'''Newfoundland'''<p> | + | Image:Newfoundland.jpg|'''Newfoundland'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:pwaterdog.jpg|'''Portuguese Water Dog'''<p> | + | Image:pwaterdog.jpg|'''Portuguese Water Dog'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Pmdog.jpg|'''Pyrenean Mastiff'''<p> | + | Image:Pmdog.jpg|'''Pyrenean Mastiff'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Rottweiler.jpg|'''Rottweiler'''<p> | + | Image:Rottweiler.jpg|'''Rottweiler'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Russianblack.jpg|'''Russian Black Terrier'''<p> | + | Image:Russianblack.jpg|'''Russian Black Terrier'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Stbernard.jpg|'''St. Bernard'''<p> | + | Image:Stbernard.jpg|'''St. Bernard'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Siberian-husky.jpg|'''Siberian Husky'''<p> | + | Image:Siberian-husky.jpg|'''Siberian Husky'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Tmastiff.jpg|'''Tibetan Mastiff'''<p> | + | Image:Tmastiff.jpg|'''Tibetan Mastiff'''<p>WikiCommons |
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===Utility Group=== | ===Utility Group=== | ||
*The name "Utility" basically means fitness for a purpose and this group consists of an extremely mixed and varied bunch, most breeds having been selectively bred to perform a specific function not included in the sporting and working categories.^ | *The name "Utility" basically means fitness for a purpose and this group consists of an extremely mixed and varied bunch, most breeds having been selectively bred to perform a specific function not included in the sporting and working categories.^ | ||
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− | Image:Akita.jpg|'''Akita'''<p> | + | Image:Akita.jpg|'''Akita'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Boston_terrier.jpg|'''Boston Terrier'''<p> | + | Image:Boston_terrier.jpg|'''Boston Terrier'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Bulldog.jpg|'''Bulldog'''<p> | + | Image:Bulldog.jpg|'''Bulldog'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Canaandog.jpg|'''Canaan Dog'''<p> | + | Image:Canaandog.jpg|'''Canaan Dog'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Chow_chow.jpg|'''Chow Chow'''<p> | + | Image:Chow_chow.jpg|'''Chow Chow'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Dalmatian.jpg|'''Dalmatian'''<p> | + | Image:Dalmatian.jpg|'''Dalmatian'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Eurasier.jpg|'''Eurasier'''<p> | + | Image:Eurasier.jpg|'''Eurasier'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:French_bulldog.jpg|'''French Bulldog'''<p> | + | Image:French_bulldog.jpg|'''French Bulldog'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:German_spitz.jpg|'''German Spitz (Klien)'''<p> | + | Image:German_spitz.jpg|'''German Spitz (Klien)'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:German_spitz_mittal.jpg|'''German Spitz (Mittal)'''<p> | + | Image:German_spitz_mittal.jpg|'''German Spitz (Mittal)'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Japanese_akita.jpg|'''Japanese Akita'''<p> | + | Image:Japanese_akita.jpg|'''Japanese Akita'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Japanese_shiba.jpg|'''Japanese Shiba'''<p> | + | Image:Japanese_shiba.jpg|'''Japanese Shiba'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Japanese_spitz.jpg|'''Japanese Spitz'''<p> | + | Image:Japanese_spitz.jpg|'''Japanese Spitz'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Keeshond.jpg|'''Keeshond'''<p> | + | Image:Keeshond.jpg|'''Keeshond'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Korean_Jindo.jpg|'''Korean Jindo'''<p> | + | Image:Korean_Jindo.jpg|'''Korean Jindo'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Lhasa_apso.jpg|'''Lhasa Apso'''<p> | + | Image:Lhasa_apso.jpg|'''Lhasa Apso'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Mexican_hairless.jpg|'''Mexican Hairless (Standard/Miniature)'''<p> | + | Image:Mexican_hairless.jpg|'''Mexican Hairless (Standard/Miniature)'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Miniature_schnauzer.jpg|'''Miniature Schnauzer'''<p> | + | Image:Miniature_schnauzer.jpg|'''Miniature Schnauzer'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Miniature_Poodle.jpg|'''Miniature Poodle'''<p> | + | Image:Miniature_Poodle.jpg|'''Miniature Poodle'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Standard_poodle.jpg|'''Standard Poodle'''<p> | + | Image:Standard_poodle.jpg|'''Standard Poodle'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Toy_poodle1.jpg|'''Toy Poodle'''<p> | + | Image:Toy_poodle1.jpg|'''Toy Poodle'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Schipperke.jpg|'''Schipperke'''<p> | + | Image:Schipperke.jpg|'''Schipperke'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Schnauzer.jpg|'''Schnauzer (Standard)'''<p> | + | Image:Schnauzer.jpg|'''Schnauzer (Standard)'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Shar_pei.jpg|'''Shar Pei'''<p> | + | Image:Shar_pei.jpg|'''Shar Pei'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Shih_tzu.jpg|'''Shih Tzu'''<p> | + | Image:Shih_tzu.jpg|'''Shih Tzu'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Tibetan_spaniel.jpg|'''Tibetan Spaniel'''<p> | + | Image:Tibetan_spaniel.jpg|'''Tibetan Spaniel'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:Tibetan_terrier.jpg|'''Tibetan Terrier'''<p> | + | Image:Tibetan_terrier.jpg|'''Tibetan Terrier'''<p>WikiCommons |
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===Dangerous Dogs Act 1991=== | ===Dangerous Dogs Act 1991=== | ||
− | *It is an offence to own or keep any of the types of dog listed below, unless it is on the Index of Exempted Dogs and is in compliance with the requirements. In any event it is an offence to breed from, sell or exchange (even as a gift) such a dog, irrespective of whether it has been placed on the Index of Exempted Dogs. See http://www.defra.gov.uk/animalh/welfare/domestic/dogs.htm | + | *It is an offence to own or keep any of the types of dog listed below, unless it is on the Index of Exempted Dogs and is in compliance with the requirements. In any event it is an offence to breed from, sell or exchange (even as a gift) such a dog, irrespective of whether it has been placed on the Index of Exempted Dogs.^^ See http://www.defra.gov.uk/animalh/welfare/domestic/dogs.htm |
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− | Image:pit_bull.jpg|'''American Pit Bull Terrier'''<p> | + | Image:pit_bull.jpg|'''American Pit Bull Terrier'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:tosa.JPG|'''Japanese Tosa'''<p> | + | Image:tosa.JPG|'''Japanese Tosa'''<p>dogbreedinfo.com |
− | Image:dogo.JPG|'''Dogo Argentino'''<p> | + | Image:dogo.JPG|'''Dogo Argentino'''<p>WikiCommons |
− | Image:fila.jpg|'''Fila Brasileiro'''<p> | + | Image:fila.jpg|'''Fila Brasileiro'''<p>pedigreedatabase.com |
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Revision as of 17:54, 4 May 2010
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Overview
The following breeds have been classified according to The Kennel Club guidelines. Any breed not part of these guidelines has been omitted, excluding the Dangerous Dogs section. The descriptions for each group are also from The Kennel Club. For further information regarding a specific breed please see http://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/.
Gundog Group
- Dogs that were originally trained to find live game and/or to retrieve game that had been shot and wounded. This group is divided into four categories - Retriever, Spaniels, Hunt/Point/Retrieve and Setters.^
Hound Group
- Traditionally used for hunting by scent or sight. They require a significant amount of exercise and can be described as dignified, aloof but trustworthy companions.^
Pastoral Group
- Herding dogs that are associated with working cattle, sheep, reindeer and other cloven footed animals. Usually this type of canine has a weatherproof double coat to protect it from the elements when working in severe conditions.^
Terrier Group
- Dogs originally bred and used for hunting vermin. This hardy collection of dogs were selectively bred to be extremely brave and tough, and to pursue fox, badger, rat and otter (to name but a few) above and below ground.^
Toy Group
- Small companion or lap dogs. Many of the Toy breeds were bred for this capacity although some have been placed into this category due to their size. They should have friendly personalities and love attention. They do not need a large amount of exercise and some can be finicky eaters.^
Working Group
- Over the centuries these dogs were selectively bred to become guards and search and rescue dogs. Arguably, the working group consists of some of the most heroic canines in the world, aiding humans in many walks of like, including the Boxer, Great Dane and St. Bernard.^
Utility Group
- The name "Utility" basically means fitness for a purpose and this group consists of an extremely mixed and varied bunch, most breeds having been selectively bred to perform a specific function not included in the sporting and working categories.^
Dangerous Dogs Act 1991
- It is an offence to own or keep any of the types of dog listed below, unless it is on the Index of Exempted Dogs and is in compliance with the requirements. In any event it is an offence to breed from, sell or exchange (even as a gift) such a dog, irrespective of whether it has been placed on the Index of Exempted Dogs.^^ See http://www.defra.gov.uk/animalh/welfare/domestic/dogs.htm