AKC Working Dogs Group

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Akita

The Akita originated in Japan and is part of the AKC Working Group. Described as alert and dignified, courageous and responsive. The Akita dog was originally developed to hunt bear in Japan. Other names for the Akita include: Akita Inu, Akita Ken and Japanese Akita.

Alaskan Malamute

The Alaskan Malamute or "Mal" is described as friendly and affectionate, playful in nature, but dignified once mature. Come enjoy all the different Malamute designs we have on magnets, t-shirts, pillows, and stickers.

Anatlian Shepherd Dog

Your favorite AKC dog breed is the Anatolian Shepherd Dog. The Anatolian Shepherd Dog is one of the most majestic and noble animals in the service of man. He is still being used in the rural districts of Turkey as the shepherds' indispensable companion and front line defense of his livestock from predators. The Anatolian Shepherd Dog is a member of the Working Group and was first registered by the AKC in 1995.

Bernese Mountain Dog

The Bernese Mountain Dog originated in Switzerland and is part of the AKC Working Group. Described as steady, confident, alert and good natured. He is part of the UKC Guardian Dog group. Other names for the Berner include: Berner Sennenhund, Bouvier Bernois, and Bovaro Bernese.

Black Russian Terrier

The Black Russian Terrier is calm, confident and courageous with a self-assurance which sometimes is rather aloof toward strangers. They are highly intelligent and extremely reliable. The Black Russian Terrier is a member of the Miscellaneous Class. Other names for the Black Russian Terrier include: Black Terrier, Tchiorny Terrier, Chornyi, and Russian Bear Schnauzer.

Boxer

The Boxer originated in Europe and is part of the AKC Working Group. The Boxer is described as Intelligent and self assured. They also seem to be able to show their feelings through facial expressions.

Bullmastiff

The Bullmastiff originated in England around 1860 and is part of the AKC Working Group. Described as fearless and confident, yet docile. Combines reliability, intelligence and willingness to please into a dependable family companion. The Bullmastiff was created by crossing the Mastiff to the old time Bulldog in a 60/40 combination. They were originally bred to throw and hold poachers without mauling them.

Doberman Pinscher

The Doberman Pinscher originated in Germany and is part of the AKC Working Group. They are described as fearless, loyal, intelligent, energetic and ever watchful. Nicknames for the Doberman include: Dobe and Dobie. Zeus and Apollo from Magnum PI are two famous Doberman Pinschers.

German Pinscher

German Pinschers are known for their vermin hunting skills and instinctual desire to protect home and family. The German Pinscher's natural hunting abilities give them a keen sense of prey drive and determination. They have a strong will and mind and can be manipulative and stubborn when they want their own way. The German Pinscher is a part of the AKC Working Group.

Giant Schnauzer

The Giant Schnauzer's main occupation today is as a police dog. He is a bold, strong, smart dog who does best with a serious, experienced and confident owner. The Giant Schnauzer is part of the AKC Working Group.

Great Dane

The Great Dane originated in Germany and is part of the AKC Working Group. Described as friendly, dependable and having a sweet and gentle nature, yet still powerful. Known as "The Apollo of all Dogs."

Great Pyrenees

The Great Pyrenees is a lot of dog to handle and needs plenty of space at home. He is calm and serious, forming deep loving attachments to his family that last a lifetime. To strangers, he can seem independent. The Great Pyrenees is a member of the AKC Working Group.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog

The Swissie or Swissy has a thick neck, broad chest, and muscular thighs. This is a sturdy, full-bodied and alert dog. As a member of his family, he is gentle, calm, loving and obedient. The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is part of the AKC Working Group.

Komondor

The Komondor is chief of the herdsmen dogs, but not often utilized for rounding up the herds; merely accompanies the flocks and herds in exceptional cases, acting as more of a protector than herder. Descended from Tibetan dogs, the Komondor was brought to Hungary a thousand years ago by nomadic Magyars. The Komondor is one of three breeds of working dog native for ten centuries to the sheep and cattle countries of Hungary. The plural of Komondor is Komondorok. The Komondor is part of the AKC Working Group.

Kuvasz

The Kuvasz originated in Tibet. The Kuvasz' name comes from the corrupted spelling of the Turkish word kawasz ("armed guard of the nobility") and the Arabian word kawwasz ("archer") that signified the unexcelled guarding instincts of the breed. None but those within the favor of the royal circles were premitted to own specimens of the Kuvasz. Plural of Kuvasz is Kuvaszok. A spirited dog of keen intelligence, determination, courage and curiosity and is part of the AKC Working Group.

Mastiff

The Mastiff has a longer history than most; accounts of them date back to 55 BC. They are desribed as having grandeur and dignity. Physically they are large, massive and symmetrical. Lovingly referred to as 'The Gentle Giant', this breed is a member of the AKC working group. This dog is also know as the Molosser or English Mastiff.

Neapolitan Mastiff

The Neapolitan Mastiff originated in Italy and is part of the AKC Working Group. They are described as wary and watchful, but calm. They are loyal to their family. Sometimes called a 'Mastino' or shortened to 'Neo'.

Newfoundland

The Newfoundland originated in Newfoundland and is part of the AKC Working Group. Described as sweet, happy and a devoted companion. Lord Byron said of his Newf. Boatswain, "Beauty without vanity, strength without insolence, courage without ferocity and all the virtures of man without his vices."

Portuguese Water Dog

The Portuguese Water Dog once existed all along Portugal's coast, where it was taught to herd fish into nets, to retrieve lost tackle or broken nets, and to act as a courier from ship to ship, or ship to shore. There are two "clips" or cuts that are considered acceptable on the Portuguese Water Dog: the lion clip (with a shorn rear) and the working clip (with all hair left intact). The Portuguese Water Dog coat is profuse, non-allergenic, non-shedding, and waterproof. The Portuguese Water Dog has webbed feet and is part of the AKC Working Group. Nicknames include Portie and PWD. This breed can also be known as Cao de Agua Portugues. An interesting fact about this dog is that it has a "multi-octave" voice.

Rottweiler

The Rottweiler originated in Germany via ancient Rome and is part of the AKC Working Group. Described as steady and calm; can be rather aloof at times. An adaptable and courageous guardian to home and family. Nicknames for the Rottweiler include: Rottie, Rotty, Roc, Rott, Rochester. Famous Rottweilers include Snots (from National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation) and Riff-Raff from Underdog.

Saint Bernard

The Saint Bernard originated in Switzerland and is part of the AKC Working Group. Described as loyal, sweet natured and dedicated. They have a great fondness and love of children. This is the dog in the movie "Bethoven" Other names for this breed include St. Bernhardshund, Bernhardiner, and Alpine Mastiff.

Samoyed

The Samoyed originated in the Arctic and is named for the Samoyed people and is part of the AKC Working Group. Described as having beauty, agility, dignity and grace. Makes a good companion dog. Initially bred to be the guard dog of reindeer. Other names for this breed can include Samoiedskaya Sobaka and Nenetskaya Laika.

Siberian Husky

The Siberian Husky originated in Northeastern Asia by the Chukchi People and is part of the AKC Working Group. Described as quick and light on his feet, friendly, gentle and outgoing. Was initially bred as an endurance sled dog. The dog breed can also be known as Chukcha, Chuksha, Keshia. Nicknames for this breed can include Sibe, Siberian and Husky.

Standard Schnauzer

The Schnauzer originated in Germany and is part of the AKC Working Group. The breed has highly developed senses, fearlessness, endurance, an aptitude for training and resistance against weather and illness. Described as high spirited with extreme reliability. Originially this breed was classified as a terrier in America. Another name for this dog breed is Mittelschnauzer.

Tibetan Mastiff

The Tibetan Mastiff originated in Tibet and is part of the AKC Working Group. They are guardians by nature and are aloof, independent and strong willed. Very protective of home and family. Tibetans believe that this breed houses the souls of monks and nuns who were reincarnated. Other names for this breed include Do-Khyi and Tsang-Khyi.