SPORTING DOG GROUP

American Kennel Club

AmericanWater

Spaniel

Brittany

ChesapeakeBay

Retriever

ClumberSpaniel

Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1940. Ranging in size from 15 to 18 inches tall at the shoulder and 25 to 45 pounds.

Gundog; retriever.

Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1934. Average size: 30 to 40 pounds and 17 ½ to 20 ½ inches at the shoulder. Bird dog, companion.

Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1878. Average size: 55 to 80 pounds and 21 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder. Water dog; Retriever.

Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1884. Ranging in size from 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder and 55 to 85 pounds. Gundog.

CockerSpaniel

Curly-Coated

Retriever

EnglishCockerSpaniel

EnglishSetter

Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1878. Average size: from 13 ½ inches to 15 ½ inches at the shoulder.

Family pet, hunting dog.

Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1924. Ranging in size from 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder.

Water dog; retriever.

Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1946. Ranging in size from 15 to 17 inches tall at the shoulderand 26 to 34 pounds. Hunting dog.

Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1884. Ideal size: 24 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder. Bird dog.

EnglishSpringerSpaniel

FieldSpaniel

Flat-Coated

Retriever

GermanShorthaired

Pointer

Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1910. Average size: 40 to 50 pounds and 19 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder.

Gun dog, versatile competitor.

Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1894. Ideal size: 17 to 18 inches tall at the shoulder. Hunting dog.

Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1915. Ideal size: 22 to 24½ inches tall at the shoulder. Hunting dog.

Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1930. Average size: 55 to 70 pounds and 23 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder. Gun dog, family pet.

GermanWirehaired

Pointer

GoldenRetriever

GordonSetter

IrishSetter

Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1959. Ideal size: 22 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder. Hunting dog.

Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1925. Average size: from 55 to 75 pounds. Devoted companions, hunting dog.

Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1884. Ranging in size from 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder and 45 to 80 pounds.

Gundog.

Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1878. Average size: 60 to 70 pounds and 25 to 27 inchestall at the shoulder.

Bird dog, show dog.

IrishWater

Spaniel

Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1884. Ranging in size from 21 to 24 inches tall at theshoulder and 45 to 65 pounds. Water dog.

LabradorRetriever

Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1917. Average size: from 55 to 75 pounds

Outgoing and devoted companions; Water dog

NovaScotia

Duck TailingRetriever

Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 2003. Ranging in size from 17 to 21 inches tall at the shoulder.

Water dog.

Pointer

Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1884. Ranging in size from 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder and 44 to 75 pounds. Gundog.

SpinoneItaliano

Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 2000. Ranging in size from 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder. Hunting dog.

SussexSpaniel

Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1884 Ranging in size from 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder and 35 to 45 pounds

Hunting dog

Vizsla

Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1960. Average size: 21 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder. Hunting dog, family companion.

Weimaraner

Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1943. Average size: 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder. Hunting dog, family companion.

WelshSpringerSpaniel

Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1914. Ideal size is 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder. Hunting dog.

WirehairedPointingGriffon

Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1887. Ranging in size from 20 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder.

Water retriever; pointer.

NON-SPORTING GROUP

AmericanEskimo

Dog

BichonFrise

BostonTerrier

Bulldog

Non-Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1994. Divided into Toy, Miniature or Standard size, ranging from 9 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder. Loving and devoted companions.

Non-Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1972. Ideal size between 9 ½ and 11 ½ inches tall at the shoulder. Companion.

Non-Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1893. Weight is divided by classes as follows: Under 15 pounds; 15 pounds and under 20 pounds; 20 pounds and not to exceed 25 pounds. Companion.

Non-Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1886. Ranging in size from 40 to 50 pounds. Family companion.

ChineseShar-Pei

ChowChow

Dalmatian

FinnishSpitz

Non-Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1992. Ranging in size from 18 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder and 45 to 60 pounds. Hunting; guarding.

Non-Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1903. Ranging in size from 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder. Hunter; guard dog.

Non-Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1888. Ranging in size from 19 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder. Coach dog; guardian.

Non-Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1991. Ranging in size from 15½ to 20 inches tall at the shoulder. Bird hunter.

FrenchBulldog

Non-Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1898. Must weigh 28 pounds or less. Companion.

Keeshond

Non-Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1930. Ideal size: 17 to 18 inches tall at the shoulder. Barge dog; companion.

LhasoApso

Non-Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1935. Ranging in size from 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder and 12 to 18 pounds. Companion; watchdog.

Lowchen

Non-Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1996. Ideal size: 12 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder. Companion Dog.

Poodle

Schipperke

Shibalnu

TibetanSpaniel

Non-Sporting (Standard and Miniature) and Toy (Toy) Groups; AKC recognized in 1887. Standard: over 15 inches tall at the shoulder; Miniature: over 10 but under 15 inches; Toy: 10 inches or under. Water retriever, companion.

Non-Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1904. Ideal size: 10 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder. Watchdog; companion.

Non-Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1992. Ranging in size from 13 ½ to 16 ½ inches tall at the shoulder and 17 to 23 pounds. Bird/Small game hunter.

Non-Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1983. Ideal size: 10 inches tall at the shoulder and 9 to 15 pounds. Watchdog; companion.

TibetanTerrier

Non-Sporting Group; AKC recognized in 1973. Ranging in size from 14 to 17 inches tall at the shoulder and 18 to 30 pounds. Companion; multi-purpose utility dog.

HOUND GROUP

AfghanHound

AmericanFoxhound

Basenji

BassetHound

Hound Group; AKC recognized in 1926. Ideal size ranging from 25 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder and 50 to 60 pounds. Hunting dog; sight hound.

Hound Group; AKC recognized in 1886. Ranging in size from 21 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder. Fox hunter.

Hound Group; AKC recognized in 1944. Ideal size ranges from 16 to 17 inches tall at the shoulder and 22 to 24 pounds. Hunter, companion.

Hound Group; AKC recognized in 1885. Height should not exceed 14 inches tall at the shoulder. Hunting dog; trailing dog.

Beagle

BlackAndTan

Coonhound

Bloodhound

Borzoi

Hound Group; AKC recognized in 1885. Must be 15 inches tall or under. Rabbit/hare hunter, family pet.

Hound Group; AKC recognized in 1945. Ranging in size from 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder. Raccoon hunter.

Hound Group; AKC recognized in 1885. Ranging in size from 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder. Scent tracker.

Hound Group; AKC recognized in 1891. Height: At least 28 inches tall at the shoulder for males and 26 inches tall for females; Weight: 60 to 105 pounds, depending on sex. Wolf hunter.

Dachshund

EnglishFoxhound

Greyhound

Harrier

Hound Group; AKC recognized in 1885. Dachshunds can be standard or miniature size. Standards range from 16-32 pounds, while Miniatures weigh 11 pounds and under. Badger hunter, family companion.

Hound Group; AKC recognized in 1909. Ideal size 24 inches tall at the shoulder. Fox hunter.

Hound Group; AKC recognized in 1885. Ranging in size from 60 to 70 pounds. Hare hunter.

Hound Group; AKC recognized in 1885. Ranging in size from 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder. Hare hunter.

IbizanHound

IrishWolfhound

NorwegianElkhound

Otterhound

Hound Group; AKC recognized in 1978. Ranging in size from 22½ inches to 27½ inches tall at the shoulder. Even-tempered, affectionate, loyal; sight hound.

Hound Group; AKC recognized in 1897. Ideal size ranges from 30 to 34 inches tall at the shoulder. Irish elk/wolf hunter, family companion.

Hound Group; AKC recognized in 1913. Ideal size ranged from 19½ to 20½ inches tall at the shoulder and 48 to 55 pounds. Elk hunter.

Hound Group; AKC recognized in 1909. Males: Approximately 27 inches tall at the shoulder and 115 pounds; Females: Approximately 24 inches tall and 80 pounds. Otter hunter.

Petit BassetGriffon

Vendeen

PharaohHound

RhodesianRidgeback

Saluki

Hound Group; AKC recognized in 1990. Ranging in size from 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder. Hare/rabbit hunter.

Hound Group; AKC recognized in 1983. Ranging in size from 21 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder. Rabbit hunter.

Hound Group; AKC recognized in 1955. Ranging in size from 24 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder and 70 to 85 pounds. Lion hunter; guard dog.

Hound Group; AKC recognized in 1929. Ranging in size from 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder; females are smaller. Gazelle hunter.

ScottishDeerhound

Whippet

Hound Group; AKC recognized in 1886. Ranging in size from 75 to 110 pounds. Deer hunter.

Hound Group; AKC recognized in 1888. Ranging in size from 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder. Race dog; rabbit courser.

TOY GROUP

Affenpinscher

BrusselsGriffon

Cavalier KingCharles Spaniel

Chihuahua

Toy Group; AKC recognized in 1936. Ranging in size from 9 to 11½ inches tall at the shoulder. Companion dog, watchdog.

Toy Group; AKC recognized in 1910. Ranging in size from 8 to 10 pounds; not to exceed 12 pounds. Companion dog, watchdog.

Toy Group; AKC recognized in 1995. Average size: 12 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder and between 13 and 18 pounds. Companion.

Toy Group; AKC recognized in 1904. Not more than 6 pounds. Companion dog.

ChineseCrested

EnglishToy

Spaniel

Havanese

ItalianGreyhound

Toy Group; AKC recognized in 1991. Ideal size is 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder. Companion; ratter.

Toy Group; AKC recognized in 1886. Ranging in size from 8 to 14 pounds. Companion dog.

Toy Group; AKC recognized in 1996. Ranging in size from 8½ to 11½ inches tall at the shoulder. Companion.

Toy Group; AKC recognized in 1886. Ranging from 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder. Companion, small game hunter.

JapaneseChin

Maltese

ManchesterTerrier

MiniaturePinscher

Toy Group; AKC recognized in 1888. Ranging from 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder. Companion dog.

Toy Group; AKC recognized in 1888. Under 7 pounds; 4 to 6 pounds preferred. Companion dog.

Terrier & Toy Groups; AKC recognized in 1886 (Toy) and 1887 (Standard). Weight: Standard: 12-22 lbs, Toy: up to 12 lbs. Fun loving, agile and devoted; Vermin Hunter.

Toy Group; AKC recognized in 1925. Ranging from 10 to 12½ inches tall at the shoulder. Rat hunter.

Papillon

Pekingese

Pomeranian

Poodle

Toy Group; AKC recognized in 1915. Ranging in size from 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder. Companion dog.

Toy Group; AKC recognized in 1906. Weigh less than 14 pounds. Watchdog, canine companion.

Toy Group; AKC recognized in 1888. Ranging in size from 3 to 7 pounds, with the ideal weight for the show specimen being 4 to 6 pounds. Bred down from sled and herding dogs, companion.

Non-Sporting (Standard and Miniature) and Toy (Toy) Groups; AKC recognized in 1887. Standard: over 15 inches tall at the shoulder; Miniature: over 10 but under 15 inches; Toy: 10 inches or under. Water retriever, companion.

Pug

ShihTzu

SilkyTerrier

Toy FoxTerrier

Toy Group; AKC recognized in 1885. Weighting between 14 to 18 pounds. Companion dog.

Toy Group; AKC recognized in 1969. Ranging in size from 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder and 9 to 16 pounds. Companion, house pet.

Toy Group; AKC recognized in 1959. Ranging in size from 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder and approximately 10 pounds. Vermin hunter.

Toy Group; AKC recognized in 2003. Ranging from 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder. Watchdog, companion dog.

YorkshireTerrier

Toy Group; AKC recognized in 1885. Ranging in size from four to seven pounds. Companion, ratter.

TERRIER GROUP

AirdaleTerrier

AmericanStaffordshire

Terrier

AustralianTerrier

BedlingtonTerrier

Terrier Group; AKC recognized in 1888. Approximately 23 inches tall at the shoulder (less for females). Badger/water rat hunter.

Terrier Group; AKC recognized in 1936. Ranging in size from 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder. General purpose dog.

Terrier Group; AKC recognized in 1960. Height: 10-11 inches tall at the shoulder.

Small and sturdy; rodent & snake hunter.

Terrier Group; AKC recognized in 1886. Ranging in size from 17 to 23 pounds. Mild, gentle, courageous; rat hunter.

BorderTerrier

BullTerrier

CairnTerrier

DandieDinmontTerrier

Terrier Group; AKC recognized in 1930. Ranging in size from 11½ to 15½ pounds. Fox hunter.

Terrier Group; AKC recognized in 1885. No size standard, but most stand 21 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder and weigh 50-70 pounds. Game sports.

Terrier Group; AKC recognized in 1913. Ideal size about 10 inches tall at the shoulder and 14 pounds. Fox/rat/otter hunter.

Terrier Group; AKC recognized in 1886. Ranging in size from 8 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder and 18 to 24 pounds. Vermin hunter.

Glen ofImaalTerrier

IrishTerrier

KerryBlue

Terrier

LakelandTerrier

Terrier Group; AKC recognized in 2004. Ranging from 12½ to 14 inches tall at the shoulder. Fox hunter, vermin chaser.

Terrier Group; AKC recognized in 1885. Average size: 18 inches tall at the shoulder and approximately 25-27 pounds. Vermin hunter; farm dog.

Terrier Group; AKC recognized in 1922. Ideal size is 18½ inches tall at the shoulder and 33 to 40 pounds, with females slightly smaller. Farm dog; small game hunter; retriever.

Terrier Group; AKC recognized in 1934. Ideal size approximately 14½ inches tall at the shoulder and 17 pounds. Vermin hunter.

ManchesterTerrier

MiniatureBull

Terrier

MiniatureSchnauzer

NorfolkTerrier

Terrier & Toy Groups; AKC recognized in 1886 (Toy) and 1887 (Standard). Weight: Standard: 12-22 lbs, Toy: up to 12 lbs. Fun loving, agile and devoted; Vermin Hunter.

Terrier Group; AKC recognized in 1991. Ranging in size from 10 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder. Vermin hunter, good watchdog.

Terrier Group; AKC recognized in 1926. Ranging in size from 12 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder. Farm dog; companion.

Terrier Group; AKC recognized in 1979. Approximately 9-10 inches tall at the shoulder and 11-12 pounds. Females may be smaller. Vermin hunter.

NorwichTerrier

ParsonRussellTerrier

ScottishTerrier

SealyhamTerrier

Terrier Group; AKC recognized in 1936. Ideal height should not exceed 10 inches tall at the shoulder; Ideal weight is approximately 12 lbs. Vermin hunter.

Terrier Group; AKC recognized in 1997. Ideal size 13 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder and 13-17 pounds. Fox hunter.

Terrier Group; AKC recognized in 1885. Ideal height is 10 inches tall at the shoulder and weighing from 18 to 22 pounds. Fox/vermin hunter.

Terrier Group; AKC recognized in 1911. Ideal size about 10½ inches tall at the shoulder and approximately 24 pounds. Badger/otter/fox hunter.

SkyeTerrier

SmoothFox

Terrier

Soft CoatedWheatenTerrier

StaffordshireBull

Terrier

Terrier Group; AKC recognized in 1887. Ranging in size between 35 to 45 pounds. Elegant, dignified, agile; vermin hunter.

Terrier Group; AKC recognized in 1885. Should not exceed 15½ inches tall at the shoulder and 18 pounds. Vermin hunter.

Terrier Group; AKC recognized in 1973. Ranging in size from 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder and weighing between 30 and 40 pounds. Small game hunter; farm dog.

Terrier Group; AKC recognized in 1975. Ranging in size from 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder and 24 to 38 pounds. Game sports.

WelshTerrier

WestHighland

WhiteTerrier

WireFox

Terrier

Terrier Group; AKC recognized in 1888. Ideal size approximately 20 pounds. Fox hunter.

Terrier Group; AKC recognized in 1908. Ideal height is 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder. Vermin hunter, family companion.

Terrier Group; AKC recognized in 1885. Should not exceed 15½ inches tall at the shoulder and 18 pounds. Vermin hunter.

HERDING GROUP

AustralianCattleDog

AustralianShepherd

BeardedCollie

BelgianMalinois

Herding Group; AKC recognized in 1980. Ranging in size from 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder. Cattle herder, livestock guardian.

Herding Group; AKC recognized in 1991. Ranging in size from 18 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder. Sheep herder; farm dog.

Herding Group; AKC recognized in 1976. Ranging in size from 20 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder. Herding dog; drover.

Herding Group; AKC recognized in 1959. Ranging in size from 22 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder. Sheep herder.

BelgianSheepdog

BelgianTervuren

BorderCollie

Bouvierdes

Flanders

Herding Group; AKC recognized in 1912. Ranging in size from 22 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder. Sheep herder; livestock guardian.

Herding Group; AKC recognized in 1959. Ranging in size from 22 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder. Sheep herder.

Herding Group; AKC recognized in 1995. Ranging in size from 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder. Sheep herder.

Herding Group; AKC recognized in 1931. Ranging in size from 23½ to 27½ inches tall at the shoulder. Cattle herder; farm dog.

Briard

CanaanDog

CardiganWelshCorgi

Collie

Herding Group; AKC recognized in 1928. Ranging in size from 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder. Sheep herder; livestock guardian.

Herding Group; AKC recognized in 1997. Ranging in size from 19 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder and 35 to 55 pounds. Sheep herder.

Herding Group; AKC recognized in 1935. Ranging in size from 10.5 to 12.5 inches tall at the shoulder and 25 to 38 pounds. Cattle dog; all-purpose farm dog.

Herding Group; AKC recognized in 1885. Ranging in size from 22 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder and 50 to 75 pounds. Herder; drover.

GermanShepherd

Dog

OldEnglish

Sheepdog

PembrokeWelshCorgi

PolishLowland

Sheepdog

Herding Group; AKC recognized in 1908. Ranging in size from 22 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder. Herding, police work.

Herding Group; AKC recognized in 1888. Size: 21 inches tall and upward at the shoulder. Sheep/cattle driver.

Herding Group; AKC recognized in 1934. Ranging in size from 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder. Cattle driver; all-purpose farm dog.

Herding Group; AKC recognized in 2001. Ideal size: 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder. Sheep herder.

Puli

ShetlandSheepdog

Herding Group; AKC recognized in 1936. Ideal size: 16 to 17 inches tall at the shoulder. Sheep herder; driver; watchdog.

Herding Group; AKC recognized in 1911. Ranging in size from 13 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder. Sheep herder, farm dog.

WORKING GROUP

Akita

AlaskanMalamute

AnatolianShepherd

Dog

BerneseMountain

Dog

Working Group; AKC recognized in 1972. Ranging in size from 24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder. Bear hunter; guard dog.

Working Group; AKC recognized in 1935. Ideal size: Males – 25 inches tall at the shoulder and 85 pounds; Females – 23 inches tall at the shoulder and 75 pounds. Freighting.

Working Group; AKC recognized in 1996. Ideal size: Males – 29 inches tall at the shoulder and 110 to 150 pounds; Females – 27 inches tall at the shoulder and 80-120 pounds. Guardian.

Working Group; AKC recognized in 1937. Ranging in size from 23 to 27½ inches tall at the shoulder. Draft dog; drover; watch dog.

BlackRussianTerrier

Boxer

Bullmastiff

DobermanPinscher

Working Group; AKC recognized in 2004. Ranging in size from 26 to 30 inches tall at the shoulder. Guard/protection dog.

Working Group; AKC recognized in 1904. Ranging in size from 21 ½ inches to 25 inches tall at the shoulder. Large game hunter, guard and companion dog.

Working Group; AKC recognized in 1934. Ranging in size from 24 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder and 100 to 130 pounds. Guard dog.

Working Group; AKC recognized in 1908. Ranging in size from 24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder. Guardian, family companion.

GermanPinscher

GiantSchnauzer

GreatDane

GreatPyrenees

Working Group; AKC recognized in 2003. Ideal size: 17-20 inches tall at the highest point of the withers. Watchdog; companion.

Working Group; AKC recognized in 1887. Minimum height of 30 inches tall at the shoulder for males and 28 inches tall for females. Boar hunter; estate guard dog.

Working Group; AKC recognized in 1930. Ranging in size from 23½ to 27½ inches tall at the shoulder. Cattle driver.

Working Group; AKC recognized in 1933. Ranging in size from 25 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder. Protector of sheep.

GreaterSwiss

MountainDog

Komondor

Kuvasz

Mastiff

Working Group; AKC recognized in 1995. Ranging in size from 23½ to 28½ inches tall at the shoulder. Cattle driver.

Working Group; AKC recognized in 1937. Ranging in size from 25½ inches tall at the shoulderand up and 80 pounds and up. Livestock guard dog.

Working Group; AKC recognized in 1931. Ranging in size from 26 to 30 inches tall at the shoulder and 70 to 115 pounds. Livestock guard dog.

Working Group; AKC recognized in 1885. Minimum height of 30 inches tall at the shoulder for males and 27 ½ inches tall for females. Guard dog.

NeapolitanMastiff

Newfoundland

PortugueseWaterDog

Rottweiler

Working Group; AKC recognized in 2004. Ranging in size from 24 to 31 inches tall at the shoulder; Average weight is 150 pounds for males and 110 pounds for females. Guard and protection dog.

Working Group; AKC recognized in 1886. Ranging in size from 26 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder and 100 to 150 pounds. Multipurpose dog; water rescue.

Working Group; AKC recognized in 1983. Ideal size: 35 to 60 pounds and 17 to 23 tall inches at the shoulder. Fisherman’s working companion; family pet.

Working Group; AKC recognized in 1931. Ranging in size from 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder. Guard dog; cattle driver.

SaintBernard

Samoyed

SiberianHusky

StandardSchnauzer

Working Group; AKC recognized in 1885. Ranging in size from 25½ to 27½ inches tall at the shoulder and 130 to 180 pounds. Avalanche rescue.

Working Group; AKC recognized in 1906. Ranging in size from 19 to 23½ inches tall at the shoulder. Reindeer herder; Sled dog; Multi-purpose dog.

Working Group; AKC recognized in 1930. Ranging in size from 20 to 23 ½ inches tall at the shoulder and 35 to 60 pounds. Sled dog.

Working Group; AKC recognized in 1904. Ranging in size from 17½ to 19½ inches tall at the shoulder. Rat catcher; guard dog.

MISC. GROUP

Beauceron

Plott

RedboneCoonhound

SwedishVallhund

Herding Group; AKC recognized in 2007. Ranging in size from 24 to 27½ inches tall at the shoulder. Sheep herder; livestock guardian.

Hound Group; AKC recognized in 2006. Ranging in size from 20 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder and 40 to 60 pounds. Wild boar/bear hunter.

Hound Group; AKC recognized in 2009. Ranging in size from 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder. Raccoon hunter; small/large game hunter.

Herding Group; AKC recognized in 2007. Ranging from 11½ to 13½ inches tall at the shoulder. Cattle/sheep herder.

TibetanMastiff

Working Group; AKC recognized in 2006. Minimum of 24-26 inches tall at the shoulder. Family and property guardian.