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This page is intended to provide quality information about specific breeds of dogs.  Please make an informed choice before getting any new pets!  No breed of dog is suitable for every home, and understanding breed characteristics can enable a new dog owner to find which one is right for themselves.  If you have a page dedicated to a particular breed that you would like listed here, please send me the URL and I will review it.  This page is meant for information, and Breeders will be listed on their own page.


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Rare Breeds

Akbash
Alaskan Klee Kai
Australian Kelpie
Beauceron (Berger de Beauce)
Belgian Laekenois
Berger Picard (Picard Shepherd)
Bouvier des Flandres
Catahoula Leopard Dog
English Shepherd
Icelandic Sheepdog
Karelian Bear Dog
McNab Dog
New Guinea Singing Dog
Pyrenean Shepherd
Swedish Vallhund
Welsh Sheepdog

 


 
Akbash

Introduction to the Akbash  
A beautiful site dedicated to introducing the Akbash to those not familiar with the breed.  Lots of info and nice photos.

 
Alaskan Klee Kai

Alaskan Klee Kai Web
A starting point for learning more about this miniature husky.

 

Australian Kelpie
The Australian Kelpie as a Herding Dog
.This herding dog is descended from the border collie over 100 years ago. Over 80,000 are working today in Australia.

 
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Beauceron (Berger de Beauce)
Beauceron History and Description
The Beauceron is a Lupoid type French herding dog dating back to the 16th century.


 
Belgian Laekenois
Belgian Laekenois History and Today
This breed is considered to be the foundation of most other Belgian herding breeds, although today it is rather rare.


 
Berger Picard (Picard Shepherd)
Berger Picard Overview
Also known as the "Picard Shepherd" or the "Picardian Shepherd," this breed hails from North of France. He serves as a guardian and companion.


 
Bouvier des Flandres
Bouvier des Flandres Profile
Describes physical characteristics, gait, and temperament. Breed profile as approved by the AKC in 1992.

 
English Shepherd
The English Shepherd as a Herding Dog
Descended from the same stock as collies, this dog is well suited for herding work and as a valued family pet
Icelandic Sheepdog
Icelandic Sheepdog in Brief
This sociable dog enjoys the company of both humans and other animals. It is believed to have come to Iceland with the Viking settlers.


 
Karelian Bear Dog
Bear Bells with a Bark and a Bite 
Article #1246 by Ned Rozell
The Karelian bear dog is born with a natural instinct to protect it’s home and humans from bears.  With proper training, this breed could be a great companion for outdoor enthusiasts who frequent bear territory.  

McNab Dog
The McNab Dog, in Brief
This unique breed came to California from Scotland around 1885, and is still growing in popularity throughout the state.

 
New Guinea Singing Dog
New Guinea Singing Dog Conservation Society
Dedicating to the future of this unusual breed.

 
Pyrenean Shepherd
The Pyrenean Shepherd, a Brief Description & Photo
Also known as the Berger des Pyrenees, this is the smallest of the French herding breeds.


 
Swedish Vallhund
The Swedish Vallhund, in Brief
This Scandinavian breed was primarily employed as a cattle dog, and is a natural heeler.


 
Welsh Sheepdog
The Welsh Sheepdog, in Brief
Also known as the Welsh Collie, this breed is believed to have been established in the 19th century.

 

 

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