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The Registries assign each breed to a "group" that contains other breeds related in type or purpose.

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  Herding, Pastoral, Flock Guardian

Collie

They move and they gather and faithfully guard
    Cattle and sheep - and the kids in the yard.

Browse Breeds in the Herding Group

 

  Hound, Scenthound, Sighthound

Hound

  By sight or by scent, to tree or to ground,
     There's nothing as sweet as the voice of a hound.

Browse Breeds in the Hound Group

 

  Non-Sporting, Utility

Bulldog

    Hunter or herder or boat dog of Norse, 
        His job of today is the family of course!

Browse Breeds in the Non-Sporting Group

 

  Primitive & Pariah

Primitive

      Old as the dingo, wild as the wind,
      Wise as Coyote, man's very first friend.

Browse Breeds in the Primitive Group

 

  Sporting, Gun Dog

pointer

     Pointer, Retriever, Spaniel or Setter
    On water or land, he's a hunter's go-getter!

Browse Breeds in the Sporting Group

 

  Terrier

Terrier

     Scruffy or smooth, placid he's not,
      As fearless and faithful as Britain begot.

Browse Breeds in the Terrier Group

 

  Toy, Companion

Pekinese

     A Toy is a toy, a companion and more,
         He's a treasure, a joy, made just to adore

Browse Breeds in the Toy Group

 

  Working, Guardian

Akita

      A watchman at night, companion by day
       Commanding in presence at work or at play

Browse Breeds in the Working Group

 

  Rare Breeds

Rare Breed

       Oh shower us not with gems so rare,
         Just give us instead - a diamond with hair!

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