Breed History

Learn about breed history and origins of every AKC recognized purebred dog. Working with preservation breeders and dog breed parent clubs, Showsight Magazine is proud to share the rich history behind today’s top pedigrees. From their humble beginnings, through the most troubled war times the history of purebred dogs is as vast as it is fascinating. We hope you enjoy the insights and anecdotes we’ve gathered from the most honored and widely recognized voices in the purpose-bred, purebred dog community.

Do you have photos or stories to share about your beloved breed? Please send them to editorial@showsightmagazine.com, or click this link to submit them online.

Black and white photo of Rhodesian Ridgeback puppies.

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Norwegian Buhund standing on grass.

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pug head photo

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Giant Schnauzer standing in the field

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Historic photo of a Boston Terrier

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Spinone Italiano, standing up and down on a mountainside, displaying the flexible two-segment topline and perpendicular and long hock-to-paw length.

From the Mountains to the Show Ring

Explore the origins and remarkable qualities of the Spinone Italiano, a hunting breed known ...

History of the German Spitz

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Spinone Italiano on the slopes of the Italian Alps

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Saluki

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Explore the essence of the Saluki dog breed, preserving its moderate conformation and balanced ...

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