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This page is intended to provide quality information about specific breeds of dogs. Please make an informed choice before getting any new pets! No breed of dog is suitable for every home, and understanding breed characteristics can enable a new dog owner to find which one is right for themselves. If you have a page dedicated to a particular breed that you would like listed here, please send me the URL and I will review it. This page is meant for information, and Breeders will be listed on their own page.

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Rare Breeds Akbash Alaskan Klee Kai Australian Kelpie Beauceron (Berger de Beauce) Belgian Laekenois Berger Picard (Picard Shepherd) Bouvier des Flandres Catahoula Leopard Dog English Shepherd Icelandic Sheepdog Karelian Bear Dog McNab Dog New Guinea Singing Dog Pyrenean Shepherd Swedish Vallhund Welsh Sheepdog	*Akbash* Introduction to the Akbash A beautiful site dedicated to introducing the Akbash to those not familiar with the breed. Lots of info and nice photos.
	*Alaskan Klee Kai* Alaskan Klee Kai Web A starting point for learning more about this miniature husky.
	*Australian Kelpie* The Australian Kelpie as a Herding Dog .This herding dog is descended from the border collie over 100 years ago. Over 80,000 are working today in Australia.
	*Beauceron (Berger de Beauce)* Beauceron History and Description The Beauceron is a Lupoid type French herding dog dating back to the 16^th century.
	*Belgian Laekenois* Belgian Laekenois History and Today This breed is considered to be the foundation of most other Belgian herding breeds, although today it is rather rare.
	*Berger Picard (Picard Shepherd)* Berger Picard Overview Also known as the "Picard Shepherd" or the "Picardian Shepherd," this breed hails from North of France. He serves as a guardian and companion.
	*Bouvier des Flandres* Bouvier des Flandres Profile Describes physical characteristics, gait, and temperament. Breed profile as approved by the AKC in 1992.
	*English Shepherd* The English Shepherd as a Herding Dog Descended from the same stock as collies, this dog is well suited for herding work and as a valued family pet
	*Icelandic Sheepdog* Icelandic Sheepdog in Brief This sociable dog enjoys the company of both humans and other animals. It is believed to have come to Iceland with the Viking settlers.
	*Karelian Bear Dog* Bear Bells with a Bark and a Bite Article #1246 by Ned Rozell The Karelian bear dog is born with a natural instinct to protect it’s home and humans from bears. With proper training, this breed could be a great companion for outdoor enthusiasts who frequent bear territory.
	*McNab Dog* The McNab Dog, in Brief This unique breed came to California from Scotland around 1885, and is still growing in popularity throughout the state.
	*New Guinea Singing Dog* New Guinea Singing Dog Conservation Society Dedicating to the future of this unusual breed.
	*Pyrenean Shepherd* The Pyrenean Shepherd, a Brief Description & Photo Also known as the Berger des Pyrenees, this is the smallest of the French herding breeds.
	*Swedish Vallhund* The Swedish Vallhund, in Brief This Scandinavian breed was primarily employed as a cattle dog, and is a natural heeler.
	*Welsh Sheepdog* The Welsh Sheepdog, in Brief Also known as the Welsh Collie, this breed is believed to have been established in the 19^th century.

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Breeds of Dogs: Rare Breeds

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