History and Origin: The origin of the Irish Wolfhound is shrouded in myth and legend This is an ancient breed possibly dating back as far as the 1st century BC

One of the more popular dogs in lure coursing, the Borzoi is an elegant sight hound with graceful movements and swift actions With its long silky coat, the Borzoi is also a beautiful breed

Do you want an all-American dog with remarkable working attributes but with a pleasant demeanor to match The Black and Tan Coon hound is the perfect dog for you

Do you want a cute and short dog with an impeccable nose The Basset Hound, the “Hush Puppies” breed, is an adorable and well-behaved dog that will melt your heart with its appearance and demeanor

Have you ever heard of a “bark-less dog” Basenji is a unique breed of dog that does not bark it does, however, produce a weird yodel vocalization when excited

The Bloodhounds name may sound morbidly scary and even a little sinister but this breed of dog is affectionate and mild-mannered This rather shy dog possesses an astonishing ability to track people and animals by using its incredible sense of smell

Beagles are very popular dogs, especially in the United States They are full of personality and oozing with cuteness particularly when they are young pups

The Poodle is considered by many as one of the most popular and most intelligent breeds of dog Poodles are beautiful to look at and they are make keen hunting companions

One of the most intimidating dog breeds are the Rottweilers They are solidly built, muscled, and powerful looking Rottweilers do not usually show an affable disposition especially with strangers

American Pit bull Terrier is by far the most misunderstood breed of dog Its origin, which is full of brutality and violence, has played a big role to the public confusion