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Toy
Skull: The skull is round and domed, but not excessively so, with a well-defined stop. The curvature of the skull contributes to the breed's distinctive profile.
Hound
The Afghan Hound is an ancient breed of sighthound, recognizable for its aristocratic appearance, springy gait, and aloof disposition. Hailing from the cold mountain regions of Afghanistan and bred pr...
Terrier
The Airedale Terrier is the largest of the terrier breeds, originating from the Aire Valley in Yorkshire, England. Known as the "King of Terriers," they stand out with their distinctive wiry coat, whi...
Working
Skull: The skull of the Akita is broad and flat between the ears, with a slight furrow extending well up the forehead. The head forms a blunt triangle when viewed from above.
Skull: The Alaskan Malamute’s skull is broad, deep, and moderately rounded, with a slight furrow between the eyes.
Skull: The skull of the American English Coonhound is broad and slightly domed. It is moderately long and transitions smoothly into a well-defined stop.
Non-Sporting
The American Eskimo Dog comes in three sizes—standard, miniature, and toy—standing as tall as 19 inches at the shoulder or as short as 9 inches. Distinctive traits include a dense, sparkling white coa...
Skull: The skull is moderately large, with a slightly domed shape. It displays a mild occipital protuberance, which is characteristic of the breed.
The Louisiana-born American Hairless Terrier is a smart, inquisitive, and lively dog that comes in both hairless and coated forms. He is a great option for allergy sufferers looking for a terrier with...
The American Staffordshire Terrier, or AmStaff to their admirers, is a canine companion that is intelligent, self-assured, and friendly. Their bravery is legendary. A properly raised and well-adjusted...
Sporting
Skull: The breed's skull is broad and moderately long, showing a slight stop between the eyes. It is neither too rounded nor too flat, presenting a well-balanced appearance instead.
Skull: The Anatolian Shepherd Dog’s skull is large and broad, slightly domed, and proportionate to the rest of the body.
Herding
Skull: The skull is strong and broad, slightly curved between the ears and narrowing slightly to the eyes.
Skull: The Australian Shepherd has a clean-cut head that's strong and dry. The skull is flat to slightly rounded, tapering slightly toward the eyes. There's a slight but definite stop between the skul...
Skull: The skull of the Australian Terrier is flat and slightly longer than it is wide, with a slight but definite stop. The skull's shape and structure are indicative of the breed's usefulness as bot...
Skull: Fine and elongated, the skull of the Azawakh is almost flat but has a slight curve. The width between the ears is notably less than half the total length of the head.
Skull: The skull is broad and slightly convex, giving the head a well-defined and sturdy appearance. The stop is moderate, providing a smooth transition from the skull to the muzzle.
Skull: The skull of the Basenji is flat between the ears and tapers slightly toward the eyes, creating a rather slight stop. The wrinkles on the forehead, which is more pronounced when the dog is aler...
The Basset Fauve de Bretagne is a small to medium-sized dog breed known for its distinctive appearance and lively personality. Originating from France, this breed is a member of the scent hound family...
Skull: The skull of the Basset Hound is well-proportioned and moderately domed. It transitions smoothly into the muzzle with a slight stop.
Skull: The Beagle's skull is moderately rounded with a slight dome at the back portion of the skull. The cranium is broad and full, and fairly long.
Skull: The Bearded Collie's skull is broad and flat, showing a slight stop (the point where the forehead meets the muzzle) and gradually tapering towards the eyes and ears.
Skull: The Beaceron's skull is flat or slightly rounded towards the sides, and the frontal groove is only slightly marked. The head must be in proportion to its body.
Graceful terriers in sheep’s clothing, Bedlington Terriers, named for the English mining shire where they were first bred, are genial housemates, alert watchdogs, versatile athletes, and irresistibly...
Skull: The skull of the Belgian Laekenois is medium-sized and tends to be flat, with a moderate width between the ears. It tapers slightly forward without appearing pointed.
The Belgian Malinois is one of four varieties of Belgian Sheepdogs, known for its intelligence, high energy, and ability to work. Though often mistaken for the German Shepherd Dog due to the physical...
Skull: The skull of the Belgian Sheepdog is neither excessively broad nor overly narrow and is relatively flat, with a slight median line. It is in proportion with the length of the muzzle, showing a...
Skull: The Belgian Tervuren's skull is medium-sized, neither excessively broad nor narrow, with a moderate stop halfway between the tip of the nose and the occiput. The forehead is more flat than roun...
Skull: The skull of the Bergamasco Sheepdog is moderately wide and slightly domed. It has a prominent occiput and a marked median furrow, with a noticeable but not pronounced stop as it transitions to...
Skull: The skull of the Berger Picard is well-defined, rectangular, and narrowing towards the eyes. A slight, sloping furrow is present between the eyes.
Skull: The skull is flat on top and broad. There is a slight furrow and a well-defined but not exaggerated stop
Skull: The Bichon Frise has a slightly rounded skull. The shape allows for the eyes to be placed in a forward-looking manner, thus contributing to the breed's soft and inquisitive expression.
The Biewer Terrier is an elegant, longhaired, tri-colored toy terrier whose only purpose in life is to love and be loved. They maintain a charming, whimsical attitude well into adulthood. Carrying aro...
Skull: The skull of the Black and Tan Coonhound is oval in shape and broad between the ears. It is parallel with the muzzle, with a stop located midway between the occipital bone and the end of the no...
Skull: The Black Russian Terrier’s skull is broad and slightly rounded, with a well-defined stop.
Skull: The Bloodhound’s skull is long and narrow in profile, with the occipital peak pronounced. It is slightly domed in profile, with brows that are not prominent.
The Bluetick Coonhound is a breed renowned for a striking coat that is marked by a mottled pattern in a deep blue hue. Originating in the United States, the breed is known for its acute sense of smell...
Skull: The skull of the Boerboel is broad, slightly rounded, and flat between the ears, with well-defined musculature that emphasizes the breed’s strength. Its forehead is slightly furrowed, adding to...
Skull: The skull of a Border Collie is relatively broad, displaying moderate width and a length that is equal to that of its strong, tapering muzzle. A slight furrow exists between the eyes and atop t...
Skull: The Border Terrier’s head is described as being similar to that of an otter. The skull is moderately broad and flat, with plenty of width between the ears and between the eyes. The cheeks are s...
Skull: The skull of a Borzoi is long and slightly domed, narrowing gradually from the ears to the eyes, and then more sharply towards the nose. This elongation is a hallmark of the breed, giving it a...
Skull: The skull is square, flat on top, free from wrinkles; cheeks flat; brow abrupt; and the stop well defined.
Skull: The skull of the Bouvier des Flandres is flat and broad, with a stop that is accentuated by the eyebrows midway between the tip of the nose and the occiput. This gives the head its typically st...
Skull: The Boxer’s skull is proportionate to its body, slightly arched on top, with a pronounced stop.
Skull: Moderately broad and flat on top, the skull tapers gently towards the eyes, culminating in a defined stop. The skull is neither too large for the body nor too small, striking a balance that ali...
Skull: The Bracco Italiano's skull is slightly oval in shape and broad, with a very pronounced occiput. Collectively, this gives the skull a domed appearance when viewed from the front. The stop is we...
Skull: Broad and slightly rounded, the Briard's skull conveys its strength. It is well-proportioned with the rest of the body, with a prominent occiput and a well-marked stop. The forehead is very sli...
Skull: The breed has a slightly rounded skull, neither too wide nor too narrow, blending seamlessly into a well-defined stop.
