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CHARACTER

Afghan Hound

Afghan Hound
Origin
Afghanistan

Afghanistan

Characteristic

Has an elegance and grace like that of a leopard. Generally gentle, and often said to have cat-like personalities like doing things freely. Requires grooming daily to maintain its long fur.

Size

Large

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

American Cocker Spaniel

American Cocker Spaniel
Origin
U.S.A.

U.S.A.

Characteristic

Cheerful, smart and likes to be around people. Enjoys entertaining family members. Has slightly wavy fur.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Basset Hound

Basset Hound
Origin
U.K.

U.K.

Characteristic

Calm and laid-back personality. Has a very keen sense of smell. Its legs are short in comparison to the length of its ears and torso.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Beagle

Beagle
Origin
U.K.

U.K.

Characteristic

Active, playful and full of curiosity. Has a very direct personality. And a glutton too. Famous for being the base design for Snoopy.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Bernese Mountain Dog

Bernese Mountain Dog
Origin
Switzerland

Switzerland

Characteristic

Gentle and big-hearted personality. Smart and able to adapt easily to various situations. Most puppies are very mischievous. Can handle cold very well.

Size

Large

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Bichon Frise

Bichon Frise
Origin
France

France

Characteristic

Sturdy and healthy breed. Lively and likes to be around people, with an abundance of affection. Highly intelligent as well. Has fluffy, curly fur.

Size

Small

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Border Collie

Border Collie
Origin
U.K.

U.K.

Characteristic

Very intelligent. Has great athletic potential as well, and has no issues mastering difficult tricks. Curious and gentle personality.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Boston Terrier

Boston Terrier
Origin
U.S.A.

U.S.A.

Characteristic

Smart and friendly breed. Has a confident and smart look, and its black and white coat resembles that of a gentleman’s tuxedo.

Size

Small

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Boxer

Boxer
Origin
Germany

Germany

Characteristic

Smart and full of energy. While often wary about various things, they show extreme loyalty and affection towards their family members. Often said to have a sense of justice.

Size

Large

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Bull Terrier

Bull Terrier
Origin
U.K.

U.K.

Characteristic

Has a unique look and funny personality. While they can get aggressive when they want something badly, they are very loyal towards their family members. Has a strong bite.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Bulldog

Bulldog
Origin
U.K.

U.K.

Characteristic

In stark contrast to its appearance, they are always calm and peaceful. However can be quite stubborn at times. They breathe heavily and snore as well. Very weak towards heat, and does not like swimming at all.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Cairn Terrier

Cairn Terrier
Origin
U.K.

U.K.

Characteristic

Intelligent, curious, and full of affection. Brave and bold, and there is nothing that daunts them.

Size

Small

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Origin
U.K.

U.K.

Characteristic

Lively, cheerful and sociable personality. Calm and does not get agitated easily. Has curly, curvy fur.

Size

Small

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Chihuahua

Chihuahua
Origin
Mexico

Mexico

Characteristic

Playful and lively personality. Has a delicate side to it, and can be easily scared or frightened. Not very good with cold weather.

Size

Very Small

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Chinese Crested Dog

Chinese Crested Dog
Origin
China

China

Characteristic

Does not like to be left alone, and loves its family members very much. Tends to be a bit cowardly and easily frightened, so it is recommended to handle them gently. Known to have a quirky and mysterious aura. Comes in either hairless or powderbuff variations.

Size

Small

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Chow Chow

Chow Chow
Origin
China

China

Characteristic

Thick fluffy coat resembling that of a bear. Calm, independent although constantly wary about its surroundings. Enjoys being around its family members. Has a bluish purple tongue.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Dachshund

Dachshund
Origin
Germany

Germany

Characteristic

Active, playful and always looking forward to enjoying play time with family members. Has a long torso and short legs, so take extra caution not to burden its body too much.

Size

Small

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Dalmatian

Dalmatian
Origin
Croatia

Croatia

Characteristic

Sturdy and full of vigor. Loves to run around and has a good memory, but can get sensitive at times. Born white, and develop its signature black spots as time goes by.

Size

Large

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Doberman

Doberman
Origin
Germany

Germany

Characteristic

While fierce looking, they are actually very warm and gentle. Has very keen senses, and are easily trained. Has a strong sense of territory, and usually used as guard dogs. If not properly trained or disciplined, they can turn out to be very wild and hard to handle.

Size

Large

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

English Cocker Spaniel

English Cocker Spaniel
Origin
U.K.

U.K.

Characteristic

Bright, smart and loves being around people. Calm and very devoted to its family members. Has slightly wavy fur. Has a distinctly different look from the American Cocker Spaniel.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

English Springer Spaniel

English Springer Spaniel
Origin
U.K.

U.K.

Characteristic

Has a great stamina and enjoys physical activities. Smart and curious, and has a great memory. Lively and loves being around people. Has a curly coat.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Flat-coated Retriever

Flat-coated Retriever
Origin
U.K.

U.K.

Characteristic

Gets along well with people, gentle, lively and always ready to play. Highly intellect and can learn very fast. Likes to swim in water.

Size

Large

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

French Bulldog

French Bulldog
Origin
France

France

Characteristic

Friendly, calm and full of affection. Has rough breathing patterns, and often snores. Does not like swimming or the heat.

Size

Small

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

German Shepherd Dog

German Shepherd Dog
Origin
Germany

Germany

Characteristic

Calm yet extremely obedient and reliable. Many of them are part of police and military forces. Take caution as they may become uncontrollable when forced to do something against their will.

Size

Large

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Golden Retriever

Golden Retriever
Origin
U.K.

U.K.

Characteristic

Great around people, smart and very friendly. Shows affection for everyone it comes in contact with. Loves swimming, and usually very mischievous as puppies. Makes great guide dogs for the visually impaired.

Size

Large

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Great Dane

Great Dane
Origin
Germany

Germany

Characteristic

Very calm and relaxed breed. Is very sturdy and has great endurance.

Size

Very Large

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Italian Greyhound

Italian Greyhound
Origin
Italy

Italy

Characteristic

Highly sensitive and can be shy around strangers. However, they are always calm and shows great affection to people they have opened up to. Can run very fast. Dislikes the cold.

Size

Small

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Jack Russell Terrier

Jack Russell Terrier
Origin
U.K.

U.K.

Characteristic

Full of energy and curiosity, and always up to mischiefs. Constantly on the lookout for things to entertain itself.

Size

Small

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Labrador Retriever

Labrador Retriever
Origin
Canada

Canada

Characteristic

Gentle, very smart and loves sticking around people. Loves swimming and usually mischievous in its puppy stage. Makes great guide dogs.

Size

Large

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Maltese

Maltese
Origin
Malta

Malta

Characteristic

Learns fast and has a good memory, but always looking to be pampered. While they are cheerful and friendly to everyone, they show signs of nervousness at times.

Size

Small

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Miniature Pinscher

Miniature Pinscher
Origin
Germany

Germany

Characteristic

Playful and very active breed. Will approach any one or any thing without fear. Hates to lose.

Size

Small

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Miniature Schnauzer

Miniature Schnauzer
Origin
Germany

Germany

Characteristic

Intelligent, curious and stubborn, and unlikely to give in. Has strong determination and will face challenges positively. Has attractive eyebrows and beard.

Size

Small

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Papillon

Papillon
Origin
France

France

Characteristic

Innocent, playful and loves being around people. While they are very smart, they may be difficult to handle if pampered too much. Has elegant ears that look like butterflies.

Size

Small

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Pekingese

Pekingese
Origin
China

China

Characteristic

While friendly and warm, they will not give in once they have decided on something. Enjoys doing its own things at its own pace. Dislikes the heat, and snores easily.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Pomeranian

Pomeranian
Origin
Germany

Germany

Characteristic

Lively and full of curiosity, and likes to entertain. While small in size, they are full of confidence and tends to be proud. Intelligent and has a fluffy coat.

Size

Small

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Poodle

Poodle
Origin
France

France

Characteristic

Extremely smart, loyal and obedient. Has very curly fur, which gets knotted very easily. Requires regular brushing and grooming.

Size

Small

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Pug

Pug
Origin
China

China

Characteristic

Gets along well with everyone. Naïve, yet stubborn. Has rough breathing and snores easily. Dislikes the heat. Has a well-rounded tail and personality.

Size

Small

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Rottweiler

Rottweiler
Origin
Germany

Germany

Characteristic

Powerful and extremely smart. Building a trustworthy relationship is very important. Calm and gentle to its family members. Often used as police dogs.

Size

Large

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Saint Bernard

Saint Bernard
Origin
Switzerland

Switzerland

Characteristic

Very calm and gentle personality. Will ignore anything it does not have interest in. Extremely sturdy against cold weather and can be found as helping dogs in the snowy alps.

Size

Very Large

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Scottish Terrier

Scottish Terrier
Origin
U.K.

U.K.

Characteristic

Serious and loyal to its family members. Has a great sense of pride, and tends to be stubborn. Has short legs.

Size

Small

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Shetland Sheepdog

Shetland Sheepdog
Origin
U.K.

U.K.

Characteristic

Gentle, smart, obedient and full of affection. While they might be wary of strangers, they take great pride in protecting their family members.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Shiba

Shiba
Origin
Japan

Japan

Characteristic

Extremely loyal. Devotes itself entirely to its family members. Very strong mentally, and tends to show strong signs of independence. May be anti-social at times.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Shih Tzu

Shih Tzu
Origin
China

China

Characteristic

Has a great balance of two distinct personalities - obedient and calm at times, and playful and stubborn at others.

Size

Small

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Siberian Husky

Siberian Husky
Origin
Russia

Russia

Characteristic

Has a strong sense of independence, but shows unwavering loyalty to its family members. Likes adventures. Strong against the cold, and often found pulling snow sleds. Their eyes come in various colors. They are the breed most resembling of wolves.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Origin
U.K.

U.K.

Characteristic

Originally bred as fighting dogs, they may look fierce, but actually have a very friendly personality. Has a keen sense of hearing. When training them, do keep in mind they still keep their traits of a fighting dog.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Weimaraner

Weimaraner
Origin
Germany

Germany

Characteristic

Smart and active. While very gentle, they tend to get nervous when under stress. Has amber or blue eyes, which turn black when they are excited.

Size

Large

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Welsh Corgi

Welsh Corgi
Origin
U.K.

U.K.

Characteristic

Has very good physical abilities, and is able to judge situations effectively. Gets excited and loses interest easily. Very affectionate towards family members. Has a long torso and short legs.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

West Highland White Terrier

West Highland White Terrier
Origin
U.K.

U.K.

Characteristic

Active and cheerful personality. Likes to do its own things, and can be stubborn at times. Affectionately called “Westie”.

Size

Small

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Wire Fox Terrier

Wire Fox Terrier
Origin
U.K.

U.K.

Characteristic

Very curious and takes interests in many things. While they may open up to family members, they are usually stubborn and like to do their own things. Has a wired fur coat.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Yorkshire Terrier

Yorkshire Terrier
Origin
U.K.

U.K.

Characteristic

Mischievous and unrelenting. They may be shy around strangers, but very affectionate towards family members. As they grow up, the black parts of their coat will turn to silver.

Size

Small

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

American Curl

American Curl
Origin
U.S.A.

U.S.A.

Characteristic

Gentle and charming breed. Has a relaxed personality and is easy to train. About half of them are born with ears folded back.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

American Shorthair

American Shorthair
Origin
U.S.A.

U.S.A.

Characteristic

Courageous and highly active, they are not afraid of anything. They like playing with their family members, and will get along well with anyone.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Abyssinian

Abyssinian
Origin
U.K.

U.K.

Characteristic

Lively and affectionate. Has a good memory and is easy to train. Their eyes come in copper, hazel or green colors. Their meows sound like a ringing bell.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Bengal

Bengal
Origin
U.S.A.

U.S.A.

Characteristic

Very sociable and cheerful personality, and likes playing with toys. Highly sensitive and curious as well. They are one of the cat breeds who do not dislike playing in water. Known for their spotted tabby patterns.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Birman

Birman
Origin
Myanmar

Myanmar

Characteristic

Well-behaved and gentle breed. Obedient and likes its family members a lot. Has sapphire blue eyes. As their feet are white in color, they look as though they are wearing white gloves.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Devon Rex

Devon Rex
Origin
U.K.

U.K.

Characteristic

Very curious and mischievous cat. Enjoys playing pranks. Has short curly fur. Will swag its tail when happy or excited.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Himalayan

Himalayan
Origin
U.S.A.

U.S.A.

Characteristic

Very calm and gentle breed. Enjoys relaxing and doing its own thing. Has a flat face with blue eyes. Does not climb furniture much.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Maine Coon

Maine Coon
Origin
U.S.A.

U.S.A.

Characteristic

Big-hearted and friendly cat. Tough and very patient. They are large in size, and has a gorgeous fur coat.

Size

Large

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Mixed Breed

Mixed Breed
Characteristic

Their personalities depend on their parents. Most mixed breeds are sturdy and healthier than their purebred counterparts.

Norwegian Forest Cat

Norwegian Forest Cat
Origin
Norway

Norway

Characteristic

Calm and magnificent cat. They may be shy around strangers, but shows deep affection towards their family members. Very sturdy against cold.

Size

Large

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Persian

Persian
Origin
U.K.

U.K.

Characteristic

Affectionate and gentle, and enjoys relaxing around the house. Has a charming flat face. Its long fur coat requires daily grooming and maintenance.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Ocicat

Ocicat
Origin
U.S.A.

U.S.A.

Characteristic

A highly active cat breed. While wary of strangers, once they open up they are very affectionate and gentle. Known for their spotted tabby coat.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Ragdoll

Ragdoll
Origin
U.S.A.

U.S.A.

Characteristic

Extremely calm and gentle personality. Their bodies go limp when you hug them – which is how their name came about. Has sapphire blue eyes.

Size

Large

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Russian Blue

Russian Blue
Origin
Russia

Russia

Characteristic

While shy, they are obedient and likes being around their family members. Their eyes will turn from golden yellow to emerald green as they grow up. They do not meow much.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Scottish Fold

Scottish Fold
Origin
U.K.

U.K.

Characteristic

Loves being around people, and easy to get along with due to their gentle personality. About 30% of them are born with folded ears. Has a unique stance when sitting down.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Siberian

Siberian
Origin
Russia

Russia

Characteristic

Very active and agile cat. Highly intelligent and easy to get acquainted with. Very gentle and obedient towards its family members. Strong against cold weather.

Size

Large

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Singapura

Singapura
Origin
Singapore

Singapore

Characteristic

Gentle, affectionate and likes being around people. Likes tall places. Smallest domestic cat breed.

Size

Small

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Somali

Somali
Origin
U.K.

U.K.

Characteristic

Is curious about everything, and very mischievous. Has long fur around its neck. Their meows sound like a ringing bell.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Sphynx

Sphynx
Origin
Canada

Canada

Characteristic

Highly curious and enjoys playing. Intelligent and has a keen sense of hearing. Affectionate and is not afraid of strangers. Well-known for their hairless image.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level

Siamese

Siamese
Origin
Thailand

Thailand

Characteristic

Elegant and beautiful, with a curious and proud personality. Has sapphire blue eyes.

Size

Medium

Affection
Ease of Grooming and Maintenance
Ease of Training
Activity Level