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The Rhodesian Ridgeback was named after Rhodesia where they helped large game hunters. Also, the Ridgeback part of their name refers to the ridge of hair along its back running in the opposite...

The Rottweiler was brought along for the invasion of Europe, by the Romans. This medium to large size dog, ranging in size from 22 to 27 inches tall at the withers, is compact and muscular and has a...

The Saint Bernard was named after the hospice located in the treacherous pass of the western Alps between Switzerland and Italy. It is generally believed that today s St. Bernard was bred from...

The Saint Bernard was named after the hospice located in the treacherous pass of the western Alps between Switzerland and Italy. It is generally believed that today s St. Bernard was bred from...

The Schipperke originated in Belgium and there is debate about if their relatives are black sheepdogs called Leauvenaar, or a Spitz. This little dog is naturally curious which usually leads to some...

The Scottish Terrier, as the name implies, originated in Scotland and is better known as simply the Scottie . This breed has a hard, wiry, weather-resistant outer coat which can be black, brindle...

The Sealyham Terrier originated in Wales and was named after the Sealy Ham Haverfordwest estate of Captain John Edwards who created this breed to hunt badger, fox and otter. The coat of the Sealyham...

The Shetland Sheepdog, or Sheltie as it commonly is known, originated in Scotland then continued it s evolution in the Shetland Islands where they crossed a border collie-type dog with small, long...

The Shiba Inu originated in Japan. Recent DNA analysis confirms that this is one of the oldest dog breeds dating back to the 3rd century BC. The name Shiba Inu translates roughly to brushwood dog...

The Springer Spaniel, or English Springer Spaniel, as it is also known, originated in England. This medium sized dog was produced as a companion gun dog. The word Springer comes from that hunting...

The Springer Spaniel, or English Springer Spaniel, as it is also known, originated in England. This medium sized dog was produced as a companion gun dog. The word Springer comes from that hunting...

The Weimaraner originated in Germany and was originally called the Weimer Pointer named after the area it came from, Weimar. This breed is known best for its sleek gray, short coat and is often...