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The Chow Chow is an ancient breed of northern Chinese origin.

AKC site:
The Labrador Retriever is a strongly built, medium-sized, short-coupled, dog possessing a sound, athletic, well-balanced conformation that enables it to function as a retrieving gun dog; the substance and soundness to hunt waterfowl or upland game for long hours under difficult conditions; the character and quality to win in the show ring; and the temperament to be a family companion. Physical features and mental characteristics should denote a dog bred to perform as an efficient Retriever of game with a stable temperament suitable for a variety of pursuits beyond the hunting environment.

101 Dalmatians! Who doesn't love these alert, engaging, and smart dogs around the house?

AKC official web site:
The Standard for the Poodle (Toy variety) is the same as for the Standard and Minature varieties except as regards heights.

Official AKC site content:
The perfect Bulldog must be of medium size and smooth coat with heavy, thick-set, low-swung body, massive short-faced head, wide shoulders and sturdy limbs. The general appearance and attitude should suggest great stability, vigor and strength. The disposition should be equable and kind, resolute and courageous , and demeanor should be pacific and dignified. These attributes should be countenanced by the expression and behavior.

AKC site content:
The Samoyed, being essentially a working dog, should present a picture of beauty, alertness and strength, with agility, dignity and grace. As his work lies in cold climates, his coat should be heavy and weather-resistant, well groomed, and of good quality rather then quantity. The male carries more of a ruff than the female. He should not be long in the back as a weak back would make him practically useless for his legitimate work, but at the same time, a close-coupled body would also place him at a great disadvantage as a draft dog.

Great family dog, loyal, and furry

These dogs starred in 'Snow Buddies'.

My best friend has a Bernese Mountain dog named Bella. She is the most well trained, mostpretty dog in town. Very playful and engaging.

A beautiful brown Labrador Retriever sitting in the grass.

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Portuguese Water Dog Club of America web site, with PWD and PWDCA information

Information on AKC Beagle Breed Standard. The skull should be fairly long, slightly domed at occiput, with cranium broad and full.