Dog Breeds
Temperament, size, exercise, grooming, feeding and cost for every dog breed in the encyclopedia — with at-a-glance ratings so you can compare breeds side by side.
10 entries
Labrador Retriever
The world's most beloved family dog — loyal, playful and endlessly gentle.
- Size
- Large
- Weight
- 55–79 lb (25–36 kg)
- Lifespan
- 10–12 years
Golden Retriever
A sunshine-coloured companion with a heart of gold.
- Size
- Large
- Weight
- 55–75 lb (25–34 kg)
- Lifespan
- 10–12 years
German Shepherd
Courageous, loyal and razor-sharp — the ultimate working dog.
- Size
- Large
- Weight
- 49–88 lb (22–40 kg)
- Lifespan
- 9–13 years
French Bulldog
Big personality, small package — the urban dog that charms everyone.
- Size
- Medium
- Weight
- 18–29 lb (8–13 kg)
- Lifespan
- 10–12 years
Poodle
Brilliant, elegant and hypoallergenic — the dog that surprises everyone.
- Size
- Large
- Weight
- 7–71 lb (3–32 kg)
- Lifespan
- 12–15 years
Beagle
Nose-first and heart-led — the scent hound that fits any family.
- Size
- Small
- Weight
- 20–24 lb (9–11 kg)
- Lifespan
- 12–15 years
English Bulldog
Wrinkled, stubborn and utterly loveable — the original couch companion.
- Size
- Medium
- Weight
- 40–55 lb (18–25 kg)
- Lifespan
- 8–10 years
Dachshund
Long on personality, short on legs — the bold little badger dog.
- Size
- Medium
- Weight
- 9–33 lb (4–15 kg)
- Lifespan
- 12–16 years
Siberian Husky
Wild-eyed and wolf-like — built for adventure, not the sofa.
- Size
- Large
- Weight
- 35–60 lb (16–27 kg)
- Lifespan
- 12–14 years
Border Collie
The most intelligent dog on earth — and the most demanding.
- Size
- Medium
- Weight
- 26–44 lb (12–20 kg)
- Lifespan
- 12–15 years