There are dog breeds that you never knew existed!

By Pets and Paws 2 Min Read

1. Napolitan mastiff 

Napolitan mastiff

Wrinkly, hulking and adorable. This monstrosity of a dog can weigh as much as 150 pounds, but he’s a gentle giant.

2. Bedlington Terrier

BEDLINGTON TERRIER

This baby is a result of a relationship between a whippet and a poodle, beside the similarities with a sheep he’s a loveable companion.

 

3. Swedish Vallhund

SWEDISH VALLHUND

Swedish Vallhund is a mix of corgi and a Shiba Inu . This stout breed is best known for being fixtures on Viking long ships more than 1,000 years ago. Not coincidentally, they’re also known as Viking Dog.

4. Catalburun

This split-nosed, big-headed dog is one of the rarest breeds in the world. So rare that it’s not even recognized by the AKC.

5. Lagotto Romagnolo

LAGOTTO ROMAGNOLO

Adorable curly-haired dogs hails from Italy and are known for sniffing out truffles. Lagotto Romagnolo is a working breed through and through.

6. Caucasian Ovcharka

CAUCASIAN OVCHARKA

Also known as Caucasiqn Shepherd, you don’t want to mess with this beastly mix of muscle and fur. Often called upon to guard livestock or work as watchdogs, the Caucasian Ovcharka can weigh as much as 170 pounds.

7. Komondor

KOMONDOR

You’ve probably seen a komondor before, but there are huge chances that you didn’t recognize it by name. Mop-like fur, covered in stringy,  this unmistakable breed is such a loving with an amazing personality.

8. Peruvian Inca Orchid

PERUVIAN INCA ORCHID

These beautiful often hairless pups are originally from Peru.

9. Peruvian Inca Orchid

KARELIAN BEAR DOG

This eye-catching breed lives up to its moniker. They are independent and have a fighting spirit, as they were bred for big game hunting.

10. Peruvian Inca Orchid

OTTERHOUND

Bred to hunt its namesake sea creature, otterhounds are expert swimmers with seemingly infinite energy.

 

 

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