Best Dog Breeds
Beagle
For most people the best dog breeds are the cute and understanding ones. Beagle fits right into the description, becoming fan-favorite. It is a small hound that detects scents very well, particularly those of hares. Beagle is a popular pet due to its appearance, size, single-mindedness and lack of serious health risks.
Shetland Sheepdog
The Shetland Sheepdog, also known as the Sheltie, is a breed of herding dog. The original name of this breed was Shetland Collie, but this caused controversy among the Rough Collie breeders at the time, so the breed's name was formally changed to Shetland Sheepdog.
Great Dane
The Great Dane or Deutsche Doggies is a German breed known for its great size and is known as one of the biggest dogs in the world in terms of height. Also known as a giant working breed, Great Dane’s lifespan ranges from 8-10 years.
Rough Collie
Top dog breed for those who love a good coat on their pets. Originating in the 19th century as a herding dog, the Rough Collie is now a successful pet, possessing great agility and obedience potential. Rough Collie can be a guide dog, search dog and therapy dog as well.
Airedale Terrier
Airedale is one of popular dog breeds in the Western world. Being the biggest British terrier, it can perform a number of functions. Primarily used as a farm dog, Airedale can also be used as a hunting, police, guardian or guide dog, among other functions. Average lifespan is 12 years and weight is around 50 lbs.
Border Collie
Often listed among the best dog breeds that are highly intelligent. Besides being very smart, Border Collie is very agile and has sufficient strength to cover distances, helping as herding dogs. Border Collies are often seen in the sports competitions, winning them regularly. Medium size and thick fur only add to the good impression.