Non-Sporting Dog Breeds Group
Non-Sporting Group Dog Breeds: Diverse, Distinctive, and Full of Character
The AKC Non-Sporting Group includes a wide variety of dog breeds that don’t fit neatly into other categories. These breeds differ greatly in size, coat type, temperament, and historical purpose, but they all share unique charm and loyal companionship. From the dignified Bulldog to the elegant Standard Poodle and the spotted Dalmatian, Non-Sporting dogs range from playful and outgoing to calm and reserved. This group is ideal for pet owners seeking a breed with distinctive traits and personality. Whether you're looking for a low-maintenance companion or a highly trainable show dog, the Non-Sporting Group offers something for every lifestyle.
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American Bulldog Breed Information and Pictures
American Bulldog
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
| Weight (lbs): | male-70-120 female-60-100 |
| Height (in): | 19-27 |
| Colors: | white, brindle, brown, red or tan |
American Eskimo Dog Breed Information and Pictures
American Eskimo Dog
A.K.A.: Eskimo Spitz, American Spitz, German Spitz
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
| Weight (lbs): | Toy:6-10 Miniature: 11-20 Standard: 20-40 |
| Height (in): | Toy: 9-12 Miniature: 12-15 Standard: 15-19 |
| Colors: | White, or white with biscuit cream. |
Bichon Frise Breed Information and Pictures
Bichon Frise
A.K.A.: Bichon à poil frisé, Bichon Tenerife
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
| Weight (lbs): | 7-12 |
| Height (in): | 9.5-11.5 |
| Colors: | White - and may have cream shadings. |
Boston Terrier Breed Information and Pictures
Boston Terrier
A.K.A.: Boston Bull, Boston Bull Terrier, Boxwood
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
| Weight (lbs): | 10-25 |
| Height (in): | 15-17 |
| Colors: | Brindle, seal, or black with white markings on muzzle, between eyes, and fore chest, and possibly white collar and lower legs. |
Bulldog Breed Information and Pictures
Bulldog
A.K.A.: British Bulldog, English Bulldog
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
| Weight (lbs): | male: 50, female: 40 |
| Height (in): | 12-15 |
| Colors: | Brindle, solid white, red, or fawn, or any of these on a white background. |
Chinese Shar-Pei Breed Information and Pictures
Chinese Shar-Pei
A.K.A.: Shar-Pei, Shar Pei
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
| Weight (lbs): | 45-60 |
| Height (in): | 18-20 |
| Colors: | Any solid color, including sable. |
Chow Chow Breed Information and Pictures
Chow Chow
A.K.A.: Chow, Chowdren
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
| Weight (lbs): | 45-70 |
| Height (in): | 17-20 |
| Colors: | Solid red, black, blue, cinnamon, and cream. |
Dalmatian Breed Information and Pictures
Dalmatian
A.K.A.: Carriage Dog, Spotted Coach, Dog Firehouse, Dog Plum, Pudding Dog
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
| Weight (lbs): | 40-60 |
| Height (in): | 19-23 |
| Colors: | Black or liver spots on white background; spots should be round, well defined, and preferably separated. Dalmatians are born white and develop spots later. |
Eskland Breed Information and Pictures
Eskland
| Primary Breed | American Eskimo Dog |
| Secondary Breed | Shetland Sheepdog |
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
| Weight (lbs): | 8-16 |
| Height (in): | 10-15 |
| Colors: | white, sable and black, blue merle, may have white markings |
Finnish Spitz Breed Information and Pictures
Finnish Spitz
A.K.A.: Finnish Hunting Dog, Finnish Spets, Finsk Spets, Loulou Finois, Suomalainen pystykorva, Suomenpystykorva
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
| Weight (lbs): | Male: 31-36 lb Female: 23-29 lb |
| Height (in): | 15 - 20 inches |
| Colors: | Reddish-brown, red gold on back, preferably bright; lighter shades permissible on the underside |