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Sporting Dog Breeds – Characteristics & Guides

Sporting dog breeds are pleasant, well-rounded pets because they are inherently attentive and energetic. Originally developed ... Read More
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The Field Spaniel is a well balanced, substantial hunter-companion of medium size, built for activity and endurance in a heavy cover and water. This Sporting Breed has a noble carriage; a proud but docile attitude; is sound and free moving.

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The Flat-Coated Retriever is a gundog of relatively recent origin. Happy, self-assured, and willing to please, a good Flat-Coat will retrieve a duck or a show ribbon with equal aplomb.

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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a versatile, enthusiastic gundog of all trades who thrives on vigorous exercise, positive training, and a lot of love. GSP people call their aristocratic companions the “perfect pointer.”

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The German Wirehaired Pointer is a versatile, sturdy gundog who thrives on outdoor activity. With his sporty weatherproof coat and can-do attitude, the noble GWP is a great sporting dog and an eager, affectionate, and amusing family companion.

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The Golden Retriever, with its radiant coat and amiable disposition, stands as one of the most cherished dog breeds in the United States and around the world. Originating from the rugged highlands of Scotland and bred primarily for retrieving game, this breed quickly gained favor due to its exceptional temperament and versatility. Whether as a […]

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The Gordon Setter is a good-sized, sturdily built, black and tan dog, well muscled, with plenty of bone and substance, but active, upstanding and stylish, appearing capable of doing a full day’s work in the field. He has a strong, rather short back, with well sprung ribs and a short tail.

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The Irish Red and White Setter is an athletic medium-sized bird dog bred primarily for hunting. Fun-loving, friendly, and high-spirited, Irish Red and Whites are a bit shorter and stockier than their cousin the Irish Setter.

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The Irish Setter is a friendly, active, and sweet-natured dog recognized by its flashy red coat and gracefulness. The breed was originally created in Ireland for hunting as a bird dog and working on farms, although today it is not often seen in fields as are other breeds. Their hunting skills, however, are still strong. […]

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The Irish Water Spaniel is instantly recognizable by its crisply curled coat and tapering “rat tail.” The tallest of the AKC’s spaniels, the alert and inquisitive IWS is hardworking, an expert swimmer, brave in the field, and playfully affectionate at home.

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The sweet-faced, lovable Labrador Retriever is America’s most popular dog breed. Labs are friendly, outgoing, and high-spirited companions who have more than enough affection to go around for a family looking for a medium-to-large dog.

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The Lagotto Romagnolo is an Italian breed of dog. It originates in the marshlands of the Delta del Po in the eastern part of the Romagna sub-region of Italy. The name derives from Romagnol: Can Lagòt, meaning “water dog”.

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The Nederlandse Kooikerhondje is a small spaniel-type breed of dog of Dutch ancestry that was originally used as a working dog, particularly in an eendenkooi to lure ducks. Kooikers were popular in the 17th and 18th century and appeared in the paintings of Rembrandt and Jan Steen

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