Sporting Dog Breeds Group
Sporting Group Dog Breeds: Energetic, Trainable, and Born to Retrieve
The AKC Sporting Group includes dog breeds originally developed to assist hunters in locating, flushing, and retrieving game—especially birds. These breeds are known for their athleticism, keen instincts, and love of outdoor activity. Whether it's a Labrador Retriever diving into water or a Pointer tracking scent in the field, Sporting dogs thrive on physical exercise and mental stimulation. Friendly, intelligent, and highly trainable, they make excellent companions for active families and outdoor enthusiasts. Popular Sporting breeds include the Golden Retriever, Cocker Spaniel, and Vizsla.
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American Water Spaniel
A.K.A.: American Brown Spaniel, American Brown Water Spaniel
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Bourbonnais Pointer
A.K.A.: Braque du Bourbonnais, Bourbonnais Pointing Dog
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Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Bracco Italiano
A.K.A.: italian pointer
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Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Brittany
A.K.A.: Brittany Spaniel, Brittany Wiegref, Epagneul Breton French Brittany
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Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
A.K.A.: Chessie, CBR, Chesapeake
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Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Clumber Spaniel
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Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Cocker Spaniel
A.K.A.: American Cocker Spaniel, English Cocker Spaniel
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Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Curly Coated Retriever
A.K.A.: Curly, CCR
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Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
English Cocker Spaniel
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Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
English Setter
A.K.A.: Lawerack, Laverack, Llewellin
Size
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Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic