1. Dalmatian
   Australian shepherd
2. Auvergne pointer
   Great Dane

A trip to the fire station might let you get a glimpse of these gorgeous pups. Outside of the firehouse, they're great at many activities and are awesome when it comes to training. You might not recognize them as puppies, as they are born without their signature spots!

1. Samoyed
   Schnauzer
2. Great Dane
   Weimaraner

That famous Scooby-Doo voice might come to mind when someone tells you that they have a Great Dane. One little known fact about the breed is that despite their enormous size, they are extremely gentle and not very aggressive.

1. Cavalier King Charles spaniel
   Labrador retriever
2. Dachshund
   Bichon frise

Andy Warhol was a huge fan of the breed and had one of his own that tagged along with him pretty often. While they may be small, they were also used regularly for hunting. Despite their size, they also have a larger than life personality!

1. St. Bernard
   Neapolitan mastiff
2. Samoyed
   Weimaraner

Weimaraners are known for their gorgeous, solid colors. But did you know that as puppies they have stripes? Don't be alarmed if you notice one losing the stripes, they're supposed to lose them with age.

1. Greyhound
   Akita
2. Bloodhound
   Shiba Inu

The Shiba Inu is quite similar to the Akita, so don't get them confused! They were actually used for many of the same things. One example is that in their native Japan, both breeds were used in bear hunting.

1. Boxer
   Bull Mastiff
2. Shetland Sheepdog
   Pitbull

It's hard to resist the adorable face of a Boxer. Just ask Justin Timberlake, who is the proud owner of a few. The Boxer originated from another breed that got its start in Germany.

1. Norwegian buhund
   Alaskan malamute
2. Finnish spitz
   Akita

One type of Akita is the Japanese Akita, while the other is the American. American Akitas have a bigger build than the Japanese Akitas, but they share many similarities. For example, both Akitas are extremely clean and often compared to cats.

1. Greyhound
   Boerboel
2. Alaskan malamute
   Labrador retriever

The breed has a total of three different colors that the dogs can come in, black, chocolate and yellow. One thing that makes them unique is that in some litters, you can get all three colors, so you don't have to seek out a parent with the color you're looking for.

1. Yorkshire Terrier
   Bulldog
2. Siberian Husky
   Whippet

There are many awesome things about the Whippet. For example, they can run at great speeds, so if you own one, make sure to keep a close eye on them. They can be gone pretty quickly.

1. Beagle
   Yorkshire terrier
2. Basset hound
   Dogue de Bordeaux

Though he might not have resembled one very closely, Snoopy is, in fact, a beagle. Great at sniffing things out, the government usually enlists their help to ensure public safety and the safety of the country.

1. Siberian husky
   Bulldog
2. Afghan hound
   Papillon

These cute little dogs are pretty popular, but did you know that they were also popular with French royalty? More specifically, a trip to the Palace of Versailles at the time of Marie Antoinette would have resulted in you getting a glimpse at her dog, Coco.

1. Border collie
   Bernese mountain dog
2. Shetland sheepdog
   Australian shepherd

Border collies are a great help down on a farm. It's hard to find a better dog to help with the herding of the animals. These dogs are smart enough to have a few different techniques of intimidation to have the livestock do what they want.

1. Shetland sheepdog
   Otterhound
2. Vizsla
   Lhasa apso

These pups make perfect companions, but there are a few things to be prepared for if you're ever going to own one. Their instinct tells them to bark when something is happening like when a stranger enters your homes. While this is a good thing in most cases, it's something to be prepared for anyway.

1. Schnauzer
   Airedale terrier
2. Wire fox terrier
   Corgi

The wire fox terrier is one version of the fox terrier while the other is the smooth fox terrier. These dogs have a great track record with the American Kennel Club, where they've taken the Best in Show multiple times over the years.

1. Alaskan malamute
   Havanese
2. Icelandic sheepdog
   Scottish terrier

Alaskan malamutes are more than just a cuddly face. While you might associate a husky with sledding, these pups are known to be great at the activity as well. If only they had a role in the movie "Sled Dogs!"

1. Dutch shepherd
   Boston terrier
2. Bulldog
   Old English sheepdog

Unfortunately, these cute dogs were once subject to cruel treatment when they were used as bait for bulls. Thankfully, this has stopped in most regions of the world and now we get to enjoy the companionship of these awesome dogs.

1. Boston terrier
   Rottweiler
2. Yorkshire terrier
   Rhodesian ridgeback

Massachusetts is the home of these dogs who get their name from the city of Boston. Their roots in America don't end there either. The little dogs get the credit of being the first breed created in the country.

1. Greyhound
   Lakeland terrier
2. Whippet
   Basenji

Coming from Africa, this breed was used for hunting small game. If you own one of these dogs, you're in for a treat, but it's important that you're prepared. One thing that they are great at is getting out of places, like fenced areas.

1. German Shepherd
   St. Bernard
2. Leonberger
   Akita

Leonbergers are loyal dogs that are quite similar to Great Danes in that they are big, but their heart is even bigger. Instead of saying that their bite is worse than their bark, it's actually quite the opposite!

1. Neapolitan mastiff
   Chihuahua
2. Cocker spaniel
   Dogue de Bordeaux

Though they resemble big teddy bears, these dogs can pack quite the punch if you look like danger. In fact, the Neapolitan Mastiff is so good at protecting, that they serve and protect alongside the police in Italy.

1. Papillon
   Barbet
2. Chinese crested dog
   Chihuahua

Chihuahuas are as small as it gets when it comes to dogs. Despite being so small, they also have a long lifespan for a dog. Gidget, the dog famous for Taco Bell ads, lived to be 15 years old.

1. Pit bull
   English bulldog
2. American Staffordshire terrier
   Bull mastiff

Though pit bulls are often considered to be dangerous, the opposite is actually true. Pit bulls love people as much as we love them, they just have to be socialized like any other dog breed. Once they are, they're as sweet as can be!

1. Maltese
   Puli
2. Vizsla
   Jack Russell terrier

Jack Russell terriers take jumping to a whole new level. It's not hard for them to jump to crazy heights in the air, they are very athletic. It can make for a great trick at parties, or to show house guests also!

1. Italian greyhound
   Doberman pinscher
2. Bichon frise
   Norwegian elkhound

Tall and nimble, these dogs know how to get where they need to be pretty quickly. Traveling at 40 kilometers per hour when running at their top speed, they could definitely knock someone down, though it's very unlikely that they will!

1. Scottish deerhound
   West Highland White terrier
2. Sussex spaniel
   Newfoundland

Canada is known for a variety of different breeds, with the Newfoundland being just one of them. Newfoundlands are large dogs, so they're not great to keep in apartments. Like any large dog, they need a pretty big yard to run off their steam.

1. Papillon
   Chihuahua
2. Pomeranian
   Boston terrier

Pomeranians have been loved by many throughout history. Even Michelangelo had one, who got to witness the process of his great masterpieces. The dogs were once larger than we know them to be today and actually downsized over the years.

1. Komondor
   Papillon
2. Sloughi
   St. Bernard

Despite being famous because of the great Beethoven that we all know and love, these dogs are so much more helpful than you think. They are incredible as rescue dogs for many reasons, with just one being that their sense of smell is unmatched.

1. Cocker spaniel
   English foxhound
2. Irish setter
   Maltese

You've heard of the gentle giants, but the Maltese is a tiny dog with a huge heart. This is one great attribute of a therapy dog, which is a job that these dogs hold pretty often. It suits them since they have so much love to give!

1. Maltese
   English bulldog
2. Bichon frise
   Pug

While all dogs deserve to be treated like royalty, pugs are royalty in China. In fact, they have been treated like royalty around the world as well. It's hard for even an Emperor or King to resist that adorable little face.

1. Samoyed
   Scottish terrier
2. Yorkshire terrier
   Norwegian Elkhound

Norwegian Elkhounds are fluffy dogs that are thought to have walked the Earth for thousands of years. If we could time travel, you'd probably find one walking among those living at the time.

1. Alaskan malamute
   Yorkshire terrier
2. Tibetan mastiff
   Husky

There's nothing a husky loves more than running through the snow. In fact, they love running so much that they don't get tired. Keep that in mind if you ever play tag with one, you may not catch them!

1. Basset hound
   Australian terrier
2. Bouvier des Flandres
   Beagle

One easy way to recognize a basset hound is by their large ears. You may think their ears are for hearing, you'd be right. While that's their main purpose, they're also important in helping the dog pick up scents.

1. Saluki
   Golden retriever
2. Basenji
   Chihuahua

Like many dogs of ancient origins, the Saluki was thought to be very high status in Egypt. In fact, they were found in more than just Egypt, but they were also in ancient Mesopotamia.

1. Poodle
   English setter
2. Golden retriever
   Brittany

Brittanys are very active dogs who love to run. You could say that this stems from their history of being hunting dogs, where they were used specifically for birds. They're medium sized dogs that make great pets.

1. Pekingese
   Cairn terrier
2. Pit bull
   Dalmatian

Living in China in the past and owning one of these cute dogs could have resulted in your death if you were caught. While we enjoy the company of them today without consequences, at that time you had to have been royalty to keep one.

1. Shiba Inu
   Fox terrier
2. Jack Russell terrier
   Havanese

Love dogs, but have allergies to them? Then the Havanese could be the perfect dog for your needs. While your allergies won't completely vanish with one of these dogs by your side, they trigger them a little less.

1. Tibetan mastiff
   Bichon frise
2. Eurasier
   Lhaso apso

If you want a great guard dog and protector, then the Tibetan mastiff is the perfect dog for you. Despite being very protective, there's no fear with them around kids. They love them a whole lot!

1. Whippet
   Pug
2. Samoyed
   Leonberger

It's hard to find a con to owning a Samoyed. They are awesome family dogs and their truly adorable on top of that. Despite their large size, they're usually great with kids and love to play.

1. Corgi
   Cocker spaniel
2. Dachshund
   Basset hound

Corgis look a lot like a larger version of a Dachshund, but they are much different. If you're a Corgi owner, there are many different events for you to enjoy with your dog. For example, there's an event for all Corgis and their owners in California every year!

1. Swedish vallhund
   Poodle
2. Puli
   Bull terrier

They come in various colors and they originate in Hungary. The dogs are known for their signature fur that is like no other dog in the world. Just like any dog, it's important to keep them well groomed.