Perhaps, one of the most mysterious dog breeds around the world is the Shetland Sheepdog or simply known as the Sheltie, because of its undistinguished origin and reasons behind its intriguing temperament. This breed is a tiny creature that formerly strived on the rocky terrains of Shetland Island in Scotland. Its appearance resembles that of a Collie only it was never intentionally bred to look as such.

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We are all aware of how formidable a lion’s wrath is and that only those skillful hunters can painstakingly elude or defeat it. Both humans and animals fear the anger of this creature but there is one breed of dog that just doesn’t back down even when the king of the jungle makes everyone shiver with its earth-shaking roar. The Rhodesian Ridgeback is this courageous breed of dog and its prowess is well-resounded all over the world that it is also called the African Lion Hound or the Lion Dog.

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Papillon is considered as one of the oldest spaniel toy breed in the world. In French, its name literally means butterfly and indeed, this dog appears to have a fluffy butterfly-esque ears and a spirit that’s as light as the mystical insect. However, the Papillon is not all fragility and lightness for it surprisingly champions the dog sports of agility, competitive obedience and tricks performance.

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It is but a rule of nature for every group in the world to have a leader, and by stating this, the little toy dog breed is no exemption. Hailed as the “Queen of Toy Dogs”, the Miniature Pinscher sits at the top of the ladder and leads this diminutive breed with good examples and great abilities. Also called as Zwergpinscher in Germany, meaning dwarf terrier, this little dog looks similarly like the Doberman only smaller in size.

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The plushly coated Pomeranian is among the privileged breed of dogs that enjoys airtime and popularity on TV and movies. According to the American Kennel Club, for over 10 years now, the Pomeranian has enjoyed a repeatedly top 15 spot of the most popular breeds in America. And although this breed is taken in mostly as a companion and accessory dog, it nonetheless champions competitive dog sports such as agility competitions.

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When others view this dog as the ugliest of breeds, there are those who hail it as the most beautiful dog inside and out. The English Bulldog, despite varying comments, definitely manifests a disposition that made him a well-known and well-loved pet of families in the world today. Despite its supposedly brutal and deadly ancestors, it is today a gentle and warm- hearted creature.

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If you have watched the hit television series Sex and the City, then you are undoubtedly familiar with this adorable, diminutive breed that the character Charlotte York keeps around, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. This celebrity dog matches the elegance and class of the show for itself is stately and endearing. However, even before the advent of television, this breed has already been portrayed by artists in their paintings together with the aristocratic family of Europe, and this proves its popularity even then.

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Filled with spunk and a mighty determination- this is what the tiny West Highland White terrier is popularly known for and more. With a compact little body and a magnificently bright white fluff, this dog is an undeniable charmer and a surprisingly lively and agile little gamer. Also widely known as “Westie”, this little hairy pet has a wide following and is still counting.

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From the pages of glossy magazines to the arms of true-blooded fashionistas, from lucrative advertisements to million dollar films; these and more are the spectacular little spots for the notorious and socialite of a dog, Chihuahua. Whether in Hollywood, mansions, or trendy little apartments, this dog has dominated the social scene. If you have this breed then you’re in!

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Dachshund is a German name that means “badger dog” and indeed, the Dachshund that we know of today is originally the chaser and capturer of the ferocious badgers. The Dachshund is irregularly long and narrow in body and oddly short in legs but these differences are what make it a superb under and above the ground hunter. In Germany where it began, this dog expertly and easily crawled in to the burrows of pesky badgers and other small animals; and the result, a good game of below the ground hunting.

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