Category: Hounds
Standard Smooth Dachshund
History Believed to be the original ancestor of the other Dachshund breeds, the Standard Smooth Dachshund hunted badger and fox from as...
Drever
History A hunting dog with Swedish roots (“drev” means “to hunt” in Swedish), the Drever is a descendant of the Westphalian...
American Foxhound
Personality A great companion for athletic owners, the American Foxhound can run for hours without tiring. While he can be sweet and...
Shikoku
History A medium-sized breed that existed in ancient times, the Shikoku hunted deer and boar on the smallest and least-populated of...
Saluki
History The Saluki is possibly the first breed ever domesticated by humans. Originating in Syria, it was imported to Egypt, Persia, India...
Pharoah Hound
History One of the most ancient of domesticated dogs, the Pharoah Hound originated in Egypt. Phoenician traders brought the breed to Malta...
Otterhound
History The Otterhound was bred to hunt the otters that were depleting fish in England’s rivers. To appreciate the breed’s aquatic...
Norwegian Lundehund
History Lunde is Norwegian for “puffin”. This translation lies at the heart of the Lundehund’s story. These quick, agile dogs...
Norrbottenspets
History Norrbottenspets share ancestry with the Finnish Spitz, originating in the Scandinavian northlands of Sweden, Finland and Lapland....
Ibizan Hound
History Brought to Ibiza (a Balearic Island off the coast of Spain) by Phoenician traders, the Ibizan Hound has a remarkable resemblance to...
Finnish Spitz
History Originating in Lapland (the northern regions of Norway, Sweden, Finland and Russia), the Finnish Spitz, also known as the...
English Foxhound
History In the 13th century, tracking hounds of the original Bloodhound type lacked enough speed and agility for pursuing the quick and...
Bloodhound
Personality Lots! Extremely affectionate, sensitive – even shy, the Bloodhound needs company. An aristocrat who is not above being a...
Black and Tan Coonhound
Personality A consummate Southern gentleman, the Black and Tan Coonhound is a sociable dog of stable temperament. He is an intelligent,...
Basenji
Personality The Basenji’s inquisitive nature is reflected in his alert, curious expression. He is an intelligent dog who thrives in a...
Afghan Hound
Personality Elegant and sometimes aloof, the Afghan Hound can seem standoffish at first. But this breed is loyal to his people, and has a...
Standard Wire-Haired Dachshund
History Named for their prey, the “dachs” or badger, the Dachshund is a hardy hunting dog from Germany. The breed was selected...
Basset Hound
Personality Super easy-going, the Basset Hound is a great family pet. He can be stubborn at times, but is generally a well-behaved pleasant...
Beagle
Personality With his outgoing personality, the Beagle is quick to win over the human heart. He is confident, playful and always cheerful....
Borzoi
Personality The Borzoi often behaves more like a cat than a dog. Quiet, dignified, and agile, he is self-aware, independent and fond of...
Scottish Deerhound
History The regal Scottish Deerhound has a centuries-old history with the aristocracy of the Scottish highlands. Likely produced through...
Greyhound
History The Greyhound is one of the world’s oldest breeds. It dates back to nearly 3000 BC when its image appeared in ancient...
Irish Wolfhound
History Ireland’s history would not be complete without the Irish Wolfhound, now known as the country’s national dog. Likely...
Norwegian Elkhound
History The national dog of Norway, the Norwegian Elkhound is an ancient breed that hasn’t changed much over the last 5,000 years. A...
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
History The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is one of four types of scent hound founded around the 1st century in the French region of...
Rhodesian Ridgeback
History The history of the Rhodesian Ridgeback begins in South Africa, where his ancestor, the Khoikhoi dog, was prized as a sight hound...
Whippet
History Also known as the “poor man’s racehorse”, the Whippet’s origins stem from the sport of setting...
Miniature Long-Haired Dachshund
History A German breed, the Dachshund was bred to be a hunter followed on foot by his handler. The long sleek profile typical of the breed...
Miniature Smooth Dachshund
History All Dachshunds originated in Germany, where they were used as go-to-ground hunting hounds. Different sizes specialized in different...
Miniature Wire-Haired Dachshund
History Named for their prey, the “dachs” or badger, the Miniature Wire-Haired Dachshund is a hardy hunting dog from Germany....
