Working Dog Breeds Group
Working Group Dog Breeds: Powerful, Intelligent, and Built for Duty
The Working Group includes dog breeds developed to perform essential tasks such as guarding property, pulling sleds, and assisting in rescue operations. Recognized by both the American Kennel Club (AKC) and United Kennel Club (UKC), these breeds are known for their strength, intelligence, and unwavering loyalty. From the protective Rottweiler to the tireless Siberian Husky, Working dogs excel in roles that demand endurance, focus, and trainability. While they thrive with purpose-driven activity, they also form deep bonds with their families and can be affectionate companions when properly trained and exercised. Popular Working breeds include the Doberman Pinscher, Boxer, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute.
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Ainu Dog Breed Information and Pictures
Ainu Dog
A.K.A.: Do-Ken, Ainu Inu, Ainu Ken, Hokkaido-Ken, Hokkaido Dog
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
| Weight (lbs): | 55 |
| Height (in): | 18-21 |
| Colors: | Sesame, brindle, wolf gray, red, brown or white. |
Akbash Breed Information and Pictures
Akbash
| Weight (lbs): | 100 |
| Height (in): | 36" |
| Colors: | white |
Overview:
livestock guardian, loyal family guardian dog, effective predator control
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Akita Breed Information and Pictures
Akita
A.K.A.: Akita Inu, Japanese Akita, American Akita, Great Japanese Dog
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
| Weight (lbs): | male:85-130, female:65-110 |
| Height (in): | male:25-28, female:23-26 |
| Colors: | Any color, including white, pinto, or brindle. |
Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog Breed Information and Pictures
Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
| Weight (lbs): | 50-100 |
| Height (in): | 20-25 |
| Colors: | Blue merle, brown merle, or red merle, all trimmed in white or chocolate and white. |
Alaskan Husky Breed Information and Pictures
Alaskan Husky
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
| Weight (lbs): | 44-66 |
| Height (in): | 23-26 |
| Colors: | Black and white, gray and white, shades of red and white. |
Alaskan Malamute Breed Information and Pictures
Alaskan Malamute
A.K.A.: Mal, Mally
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
| Weight (lbs): | male:85, female:75 |
| Height (in): | male:25, female:23 |
| Colors: | Light gray to black, with white shading and mask or cap. Also shades of sable or red with shading - or all white. |
American Allaunt Breed Information and Pictures
American Allaunt
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
| Weight (lbs): | Males:100-150 Females: 90-130 |
| Height (in): | Males:26-29 Females:24-27 |
| Colors: | Any is accepted. |
American Indian Dog Breed Information and Pictures
American Indian Dog
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
| Weight (lbs): | 25-45 |
| Height (in): | 18-21 |
| Colors: | black, white, tan, brown, gray, silver or red |
Anatolian Shepherd Breed Information and Pictures
Anatolian Shepherd
A.K.A.: Karabaş, Anatolian Blackhead, Kangal
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
| Weight (lbs): | male: 110-150, female: 80-120 |
| Height (in): | male:29, female: 27 |
| Colors: | Any color. The most common is fawn, with black mask. |
Australian Bulldog Breed Information and Pictures
Australian Bulldog
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
| Weight (lbs): | 50-78 |
| Height (in): | 17-20 |
| Colors: | Any color. |