In the 15th century, I was a barnyard ratter

In the 15th century, I was a barnyard ratter
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Look closely, and you can see the beginnings of two hallmark traits of this breed: bushy eyebrows and beard. In time, the eyebrows and beard will feature prominently with the deep-set eyes. Another hint, its larger cousin is almost identical to this smaller version which stands at a mere 30 to 36 centimetres tall and weighs five to nine kilograms. Check out these crazy expensive dog houses that would make humans jealous!

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Miniature Schnauzer

Fans know me as “wheatie”

Fans know me as “wheatie”
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The farmlands of Ireland were the ancestral home of this pup. It will grow into a sturdy and square shaped body of about 14 to 18 kilograms and around 43 to 48 centimetres tall. Interestingly, the low-shedding, wavy coat starts dark and gets lighter – resembling the colour of wheat. The goatee is a signature trait of this breed as are the eyes, which are always somewhat hidden behind its hair.

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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

Aristotle once described me as a “cloud floating in the sky"

Aristotle once described me as a “cloud floating in the sky"
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Some pet parents opt for a shorter shaggy cut while others go all-out for a glamourous longer style. Either way, if the big dark eyes and gumdrop nose don’t tip you off, here’s a few more clues: standing between 18 to 23 centimetres and weighing under three kilos this pup is in the toy group and its coat is never any colour but white.

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Maltese

Hate to brag, but I can pull about ten times my body weight

Hate to brag, but I can pull about ten times my body weight
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We know what you’re thinking – the distinctive colouring and handsome, hunky face sure looks like some dog found in the Swiss Alps. You might be right because this pup will grow into mountain-like proportions of 30 to 52 kilograms and stand tall in the snow at 58 to 71 centimetres. But this particular Swiss mountain variety is the only one to have a long, silky coat.

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Bernese Mountain Dog

Loves long walks, playing fetch, and swimming

Loves long walks, playing fetch, and swimming
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You know it’s some type of spaniel right? But the spaniels look so much alike, especially when they’re pups, that it’s difficult to differentiate between the varieties. So, here’s a hint: It is medium size and will get about 51 centimetres tall and weigh from 18 to 23 kilograms.

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English Springer Spaniel

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