Imagine a dog that looks like a miniature battle fortress, all folds, serious face, compact power, yet inside is a creature that often acts more royal than rough. That’s the Shar-Pei: ancient, noble, full of personality… and with a few quirks you absolutely need to understand. Not sure if you and wrinkles are a match? …
Floppy ears, curly coat, and a personality that seems custom-designed to steal your sock drawer. The Cockapoo is part charm, part chaos. They’ll cuddle you, chase squirrels, dig when bored, and then flop in your lap as if nothing happened. Not sure if you’re ready for that blend of fun and fur? Try our Which …
With silky ears that look like they belong in a shampoo advert, big soulful eyes, and a bounce that screams “look at me”, the American Cocker Spaniel is equal parts glamour and goofball. Don’t be fooled by the fluff — this is a spaniel through and through: energetic, affectionate, and occasionally muddy. Not sure if …
With a silhouette that says “strength, speed, elegance,” the Doberman moves like a shadow in heels. No fluffy fluff, no excess — just streamlined muscle, alert ears, and a presence that makes people stop and stare. Under that polished exterior? A dog who craves purpose, closeness, and plenty of action. Not sure if a sleek …
Black-and-white spots, lean athletic body, eyes that say “I’m gorgeous, and I know it” — the Dalmatian cuts a striking figure. But don’t be fooled by the coat: underneath is a dog with boundless energy, curiosity, and a need to be part of everything you do. Not sure if a firecracker of spots is the …
They look like a terrier crossed with a moustachioed philosopher, long body, short legs, a silky topknot that’s part lion’s mane, part Victorian bonnet. Don’t let the wig fool you: this little Scots dog has terrier fire hidden under the elegance. Not sure if a dignified digger is your vibe? Try our Which Dog Breed …
The Dogue de Bordeaux looks like it’s wandered straight out of a medieval castle — wrinkled face, melon-sized head, and jowls with the power to redecorate your walls in seconds. Fierce on the outside, yes. But on the inside? A soft, loyal family dog who just wants your sofa (and your sandwich). Not sure if …
There’s a reason the English Cocker Spaniel is nicknamed the “merry cocker.” With those soulful eyes, silky ears, and nonstop wagging tails, these spaniels are charmers through and through. Bred as gundogs, they’ve still got plenty of “field fizz” in them — meaning you’ll get a loving, playful companion who’s also part chaos machine if …
The English Foxhound isn’t your average family dog — this is a hound bred to run with a pack for hours, nose down, tail up, following scent trails across fields and hedges. They’re gentle, affectionate, and sociable, but also stubborn, noisy, and not the type you can casually unclip on a Sunday stroll. If you …
Imagine a dog who looks like they’ve stepped out of a Victorian painting, then promptly belly-flops into a muddy puddle. That’s the English Setter. Elegant, speckled, and graceful in the field — but at home? They’re goofy, affectionate clowns who never quite grow up. Owner insight: “I absolutely love English setters. Gorgeous dogs, a bit …
If dogs came with an “energy rating,” the English Springer Spaniel would be an A+++ appliance that never switches off. Bred as gundogs, these spring-loaded spaniels live to run, sniff, splash, and generally fling themselves into chaos. They’re joyful, affectionate, and oh-so-loyal — but they’ll also redecorate your home with mud and brambles if you …
If terriers were comedians, the Fox Terrier would be the one sprinting across the stage, heckling the audience, and stealing someone’s sandwich on the way out. Whether Wire or Smooth, these dogs are feisty, fearless, and bursting with personality. Bred in England to flush out foxes, they’ve never lost their zest for chasing, digging, and …