Dog Breeds A–Z: Compare Size, Traits and Care

Explore dog breeds from around the world and compare their adult size, temperament, activity, trainability, coat and lifestyle fit.

Browse 157 breeds alphabetically or select a breed to view its detailed profile.

Choosing a dog breed

Find a dog whose needs match your routine

Think beyond appearance when comparing breeds. Consider daily exercise, training, grooming, adult size and how much time a dog may spend alone. Breed traits are a helpful guide, but upbringing, health and the individual dog's personality matter too. Meet the dog and ask detailed questions before deciding.

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Compare these characteristics

Adult size: Expected height, weight and suitable living space
Temperament: Sociability, alertness and typical behavior
Activity: Daily exercise, play and mental stimulation needs
Trainability: Learning style, consistency and experience required
Coat care: Hair type, shedding and grooming frequency

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Each dog breed profile summarizes origin, expected adult size, coat, common colors, temperament, trainability, activity and everyday care. Use the filters and A–Z directory to compare likely traits, shortlist suitable breeds and prepare informed questions for breeders, shelters or veterinary professionals.

Dog breeds A–Z

A

Alpine Dachsbracke

Alpine Spaniel

American Bulldog

American Cocker Spaniel

American Pit Bull Terrier

American Staffordshire Terrier

American Water Spaniel

Appenzeller Sennenhund

Armant

Australian Cattle Dog

Australian Kelpie

Australian Shepherd

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog

B

Basque Shepherd Dog

Basset Artesien Normand

Basset Bleu de Gascogne

Basset Fauve de Bretagne

Basset Griffon Vendeen, Grand

Basset Griffon Vendeen, Petit

Basset Hound

Beagle

Bearded Collie

Bergamasco Shepherd

Berger Blanc Suisse

Berger Picard

Bernese Mountain Dog

Bichon Frise

Blue Heeler

Blue Lacy

Blue Paul Terrier

Bolognese

Border Collie

Border Terrier

Borzoi

Boston Terrier

Bouvier des Ardennes

Bouvier des Flandres

Boxer

Boykin Spaniel

Briard

Brittany

Broholmer

Bull and Terrier

Bulldog

Bullmastiff

Bull Terrier

Bull Terrier (Miniature)

C

Cairn Terrier

Cao da Serra de Aires

Catahoula Cur

Catalan Sheepdog

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Clumber Spaniel

Collie, Rough

Collie, Smooth

Coton de Tulear

Croatian Sheepdog

Cumberland Sheepdog

Curly Coated Retriever

Cursinu

D

Dachshund

Dalmatian

Danish Swedish Farmdog

Drentse Patrijshond

Drever

E

Elo

English Cocker Spaniel

English Mastiff

English Setter

English Shepherd

English Springer Spaniel

English Water Spaniel

Entlebucher Mountain Dog