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smooth fox terrier
The Smooth Fox Terrier, from 19th-century England, was bred white to avoid being mistaken for fox prey. Lively, alert, and affectionate with children, it makes a fine companion and watchdog, though it can be jealous.
Bullmastiff
The Bullmastiff is a powerful guard dog developed in 19th-century Britain from 60% Mastiff and 40% Bulldog, bred to track and hold poachers without biting. Strong, brave and devoted, it makes a loyal companion but needs firm training from puppyhood due to its stubborn, protective nature.
Mexican Hairless
The Mexican Hairless Dog, originating in 16th-century Mexico, is a small companion breed resembling the Chinese Crested. Hairless with spotted pink skin, it is gentle, friendly, and unique, though its bare skin needs special protection.
Manchester Terier
The Manchester Terrier, a sleek, intelligent ratting and rabbit-hunting terrier from 16th-century Britain, is lively and alert with a strong loyalty to one owner. A clean, devoted family dog, it gets along with children and other dogs.
Vizsla
The Vizsla, or Hungarian Pointer, is a medium-sized short-coated hunting dog of noble bearing from Hungary. Lively yet gentle, it combines the skills of pointer and retriever and makes a devoted family companion.
German Shorthaired Pointer
The German Shorthaired Pointer, a versatile all-purpose gun dog from 18th-century Germany, excels on land and water. Friendly, intelligent, and eager to please, it makes both a tireless hunting partner and a devoted family companion.
Komondor
The Komondor is a huge Hungarian livestock guardian famous for its white corded, mop-like coat; it is alert, brave and deeply loyal, and is a guardian rather than a herder.
Kerry Blue Terrier
The Kerry Blue Terrier is a versatile Irish terrier with a soft blue-grey coat, known as a loyal and gentle but stubborn companion that needs firm training and careful grooming.
Cane Corso
The Cane Corso is a powerful Italian mastiff from Sicily, descended from an ancient Roman war dog. Fiercely loyal and brave yet gentle with family, it is an outstanding guard dog that needs firm obedience training from puppyhood.
ack Russell Terrier
The Jack Russell Terrier is a small, sturdy, agile working terrier from Britain, bred to fox hunt. Lively, enthusiastic, intelligent, and brave, it is a cheerful companion needing plenty of exercise.