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Choosing The Right Dog Breed For Your Family

Welcome to Dog Breeds Central, a website dedicated to promoting responsible dog ownership and showcasing all dog breeds a-z with pictures.

Want to learn about all different dog breeds? If you have been thinking about adding a dog or puppy to your family, you're probably wondering about which breed of dog is best suited to your lifestyle.

With so many different types, sizes and breeds of pooch out there, it's important to make an educated decision.  And making that choice can be a daunting task!

Dog Breeds Central is here to help. We offer a ton of info about dog breeds listed from A to Z, including pictures.  You'll find in-depth dog breed information profiles with plenty of photos, videos and links to other quality online resources.

Also Included in our A-Z Dog Breeds Guide

We'll help you feel confident in your choice of canine, and also help you to find where to adopt or purchase a dog or puppy near you.  

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Small Dog Breeds A - Z

Love small dogs? We have a wealth of information in store for you from toy dog breeds to small breed dogs, along with pictures, videos, names suggestions for small breed puppies and much more.

Whether you are looking for information on small purebred, designer, hypoallergenic, or non-shedding small dog breeds, you'll be overwhelmed (but happy!)

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Medium-sized dog breeds offer a wonderful balance of manageability and versatility, making them a popular choice for many dog lovers.

These breeds typically weigh between 25 to 60 pounds and come with a diverse array of temperaments, activity levels, and appearances.

Whether you're looking for a playful family companion, an active adventure buddy, or a diligent working partner, medium-sized dogs have something for everyone.

Large dog breeds are known for their majestic presence, strength, and often gentle nature. These dogs typically weigh over 60 pounds and can be found in a variety of roles, from working and herding to providing loyal companionship.

Whether you’re looking for a protective guardian, a playful family pet, or an athletic partner, large dog breeds offer a wide range of characteristics and traits to suit different lifestyles and preferences.

Cute St Bernard puppy

Giant dog breeds are known for their impressive size, strength, and often gentle nature. These breeds typically weigh over 90 pounds and can be found in various roles, from guarding and herding to providing loyal companionship.

Despite their size, many of these breeds are known for their calm and affectionate demeanor. Our A to Z Giant Dog Breeds guide showcases the most popular and beloved giant dog breeds.

Havapoo dogs

Designer dog breeds, also known as hybrid or crossbreed dogs, are the result of intentionally mixing two different purebred dog breeds. These designer dogs are often bred to combine the best traits of both parent breeds, such as temperament, appearance, and health benefits.

Our Designer Dog Breeds A to Z guide covers the most popular and beloved designer dog breeds.

cute white maltese puppy with red bow

Hypoallergenic dog breeds are known for producing fewer allergens than other dogs, making them a popular choice for people with allergies. While no dog breed is completely hypoallergenic, these breeds typically shed less hair and dander, which are common allergy triggers.

Our A to Z guide showcases the most well-known and loved hypoallergenic dog breeds.

Chihuahua dog breed photoLearn All About Caring for Your Dog or Puppy

From dog health problems to dog nutrition to dog dental care to dog training, you'll find a wealth of information on dog care here on our pages. With new features being added daily, like healthy dog food and treat recipes and pet product reviews, there are so many reasons to drop in daily to see what's new.

Looking to Add a Dog or Puppy to Your Family

In addition to our comprehensive dog breed information profiles listed from A to Z and by size and other characteristics, we'll help you find your new companion through our reputable dog breeders directory, our showcase of dogs for adoption by owner, and our detailed guides on buying a puppy near you.

 

We hope that you enjoy your visit to our dog-tastic website, and that you will come back again often. Please help us spread the word about responsible dog ownership by sharing our pages to your favorite social media sites. We really appreciate it.

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