Directory of Dogs - Dog Dictionary - reference guide to Working Breed Dogs
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Akita |
Aggressive toward other dogs. Alert and responsive, courageous and dignified. |
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Alaskan Malamute |
Affectionate, friendly dog, not a "one man" dog. Loyal, devoted companion. Playful in invitation. |
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Anatolian Shepherd Dog |
Calm and observant, alert and intelligent. Courageous, instinctively protective and highly adaptable. Loyal and responsive. Highly territorial, a natural guard. Reserved around strangers. |
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Bernese Mountain Dog |
Self-confident, alert and good-natured, never shy or sharp. Steady, though may remain aloof to the attentions of strangers. |
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Black Russian Terrier |
Calm, confident, and courageous dog. Self-assured sometimes rather aloof toward strangers. Highly intelligent, extremely reliable. Bred to guard and protect. |
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Boxer |
Guard, working, and companion dog, combines strength and agility with elegance and style. |
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Bullmastiff |
Fearless and confident yet docile. Intelligent, willing to please, a dependable family companion and protector. |
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Doberman Pinscher |
Watchful, energetic, alert, determined, fearless, obedient and loyal. |
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German Pinscher |
Has highly developed senses, intelligence, aptitude for training, fearlessness, and endurance. Alert and watchful of strangers, vigilant, deliberate. He has fearless courage and tenacity if threatened. A very vivacious dog. |
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Giant Schnauzer |
Spirit and alertness with intelligence and reliability. Composed, watchful, courageous, deeply loyal to family, playful, easily trained, and a commanding figure when aroused. |
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Great Dane |
Spirited, courageous, always dependable and friendly, and never timid or aggressive. |
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Great Pyrenees |
Confident, gentle, and affectionate. Territorial and protective of his flock or family when necessary. Both patient and tolerant., independent , strong willed and somewhat reserved, yet attentive, fearless and loyal to his charges both human and animal. |
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog |
Alert and vigilant. Bold, faithful, willing worker. |
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Komondor |
Vigilant, courageous, and very faithful. Strength, dignity, courageous demeanor. |
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Kuvasz |
Spirited, keen intelligence, determination, courage and curiosity. Extremely strong instinct to protect children. Bold, courageous and fearless Unexcelled guard. |
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Mastiff |
Grandeur and good nature, courage and docility. Dignity, rather than gaiety. |
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Neapolitan Mastiff |
Calm yet wary. Steady and loyal to his owner, not aggressive or apt to bite without reason. Always watchful and does not relish intrusion by strangers into his personal space. |
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Newfoundland |
Sweetness of temperament is the hallmark of the Newfoundland. |
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Portuguese Water Dog |
Spirited disposition, self-willed, brave, and very resistant to fatigue. Exceptional intelligence and a loyal companion. |
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Rottweiler |
Calm, confident and courageous dog. Especially suited as a companion, guardian and general all-purpose dog. Self-confident and responds quietly and with a wait-and-see attitude to influences in his environment. |
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Saint Bernard |
Powerful, strong. Used for rescue work. |
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Samoyed |
Beauty, alertness and strength, with agility, dignity and grace. Does best in cold climates. |
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Siberian Husky |
Friendly and gentle, but also alert and outgoing. An agreeable companion and willing worker. |
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Standard Schnauzer |
Intelligence, highly developed senses, aptitude for training, fearlessness, endurance and resistance against weather and illness. His nature combines high-spirited temperament with extreme reliability. |
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Tibetan Mastiff |
Highly intelligent, independent, strong willed and rather reserved dog. Aloof with strangers and highly protective of his charges and his property. |
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