Denmark and Sweden recognized the DSF as their official breed in 1987. The Federation Cynologique Internationale (FCI), the international federation of national kennel clubs, recognized the Danish-Swedish Farmdog in 2019.
LANCASHIRE HEELER
AKC Recognized in: 2024 FCI Recognized in: 2016
It is small in stature, big on activity and known for a "smile," and it is ready to compete with 200 other dog breeds. Say hello to the Lancashire heeler, the latest breed recognized by the American Kennel Club. The organization announced Wednesday that the rare herding breed is now eligible for thousands of U.S. dog shows, including the prominent Westminster Kennel Club show. The Lancashire Heeler is a small breed of dog developed for use as a drover and herder of cattle. The Lancashire Heeler is listed by the Kennel Club (UK) as an endangered breed. The breed was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2024.
ICELANDIC SHEEPDOG
AKC Recognized in: 2010 FCI Recognized in: 1972
The Icelandic sheepdog is a super cute and playful herding dog. It was added to the AKC in 2010 and is currently its only breed of Icelandic origin.
LEONBERGER
AKC Recognized in: 2010 FCI Recognized in: 1955
Though powerful in stature, the Leonberger is a peaceful dog. They make excellent companions and therapy dogs. The Leonberger received American Kennel Club recognition as a member of the Working Group on January 1, 2010, alongside the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Cane Corso. It was the 167th breed to be recognized by the AKC.
AMERICAN ENGLISH
COONHOUND
AKC Recognized in: 2011 FCI Recognized in: Not Recognized
The American English coonhound is a hunting dog that was developed in America with ancestry from England. The breed is exceptionally "talkative," as breeders put it, making it a good watchdog. It was officially recognized by the AKC in 2011.
CESKY TERRIER
AKC Recognized in: 2011 FCI Recognized in: 1963
The Cesky terrier is the national dog of the Czech Republic and is the only Czech breed recognized by the AKC. It is a curious and playful dog that loves going for walks. The Cesky terrier first entered the United States in the 1980s and was officially selected to the AKC in 2011. The Cesky has a gentle manner with people, but is still capable of seeing off vermin. Unlike many of the trimmed terriers which have hand stripped wiry coats, the Cesky has his body coat clipped.
ENTLEBUCHER
MOUNTAIN DOG
AKC Recognized in: 2011 FCI Recognized in: 1954
The Entlebucher mountain dog is a rugged and loyal Swiss dog related to the Bernese mountain dog. It is often referred to as an "Entle" and entered into the AKC stud book in 2011. The Entlebucher Mountain Dog is the smallest of the four Swiss Mountain Dogs. The other three breeds are the Appenzeller Sennenhund, Bernese Mountain Dog and the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. The Entlebucher Mountain Dog has been recorded in the Foundation Stock Service since 2000.
FINNISH LAPPHUND
AKC Recognized in: 2011 FCI Recognized in: 1955
The Finnish Lapphund is a recognized breed in Finland, the rest of Europe, Australia and the United States. The breed standards are mostly identical, with a few minor exceptions: in the English standard, the acceptance of tipped ears is omitted. The Finnish lapphund has incredible origins hunting and herding reindeer north of the Arctic Circle. Today, it is a friendly and weather-resistant dog that makes an excellent family addition. It was officially recognized by the AKC in 2011.
NORWEGIAN LUNDEHUND
AKC Recognized in: 2010 FCI Recognized in: 1965
At the February 2010 Board Meeting the Norwegian Lundehund became eligible for AKC registration, December 1, 2010, and was eligible for competition in the Non-Sporting Group, effective January 1, 2011. The Norwegian lundehund was originally bred to hunt puffins, now a protected species.
JACK RUSSEL TERRIER
AKC Recognized in: 2012 FCI Recognized in: 2003
Russell terriers are Parson Russell terriers that were bred to be more agile, all the better to keep pace with hunting hounds. Russell terriers are considered by AKC to be the optimal body size for a working terrier. They were selected to be an official breed in 2012.
A D V E R T I S E M E N T
XOLOITZCUINTLI
AKC Recognized in: 2011 FCI Recognized in: 1961
The xoloitzcuintli (pronounced show-low-eats-queen-tlee) has Aztec history that dates back at least 3,000 years. It is a hairless creature that makes for a good companion. AKC officially recognized it as a breed in 2011. The Xoloitzcuintli has now been designated as the Official Dog of Mexico and is recognized by all FCI countries, as well as the US and Canada. The Kennel Club of Great Britain registers and allows Xolos to be shown – but they are still known as "Mexican Hairless."
BOERBOEL
AKC Recognized in: 2015 FCI Recognized in: Not Recognized
The Boerboel is a loyal and powerful guardian. It rarely backs down from a fight, so one must be properly trained to not get into them. Besides that, it makes a calm and loving companion. It was officially recognized by the AKC in 2015. The Boerboel has been declared an indigenous landrace of South Africa and is protected under an Act of Parliament through the AIA (Animal Improvement Act). The Boerboel was recognized by the United Kennel Club on January 1, 2016.
CIRNECO DELL'ETNA
AKC Recognized in: 2015 FCI Recognized in: 1956
The Cirneco dell'Etna (Sicilian: Cirnecu) is an Italian breed of hunting dog from the Mediterranean island of Sicily. It is named for the Etna volcano in eastern Sicily. It has a keen sense of smell, and is used to hunt small game, particularly rabbits. As with many working dogs, registration is conditional on successful completion of a working trial. The Cirneco dell'Etna is a small, trainable sighthound known for its sleek coat and blazing speed. It makes for a gentle, low-maintenance companion. Though the breed has history dating back 3,000 years, it was not until 2015 that the AKC officially recognized them.
TREEING WALKER
COONHOUND
AKC Recognized in: 2012 FCI Recognized in: Not Recognized
The treeing Walker coonhound is a hunting dog named for its instinct to drive its quarry up a tree. In 2012, it became the 175th AKC breed. While primarily a working breed, the Treeing Walker Coonhound's friendly disposition and trainability make them a good family dog in the right home.
BIEWER TERRIER
AKC Recognized in: 2021 FCI Recognized in: Not Recognized
The Biewer terrier may look like a Yorkie because it is a Yorkie. They were introduced in Germany in the 1980s as tri-color Yorkshire terriers, but in 2007 a ground-breaking genetic study confirmed that Biewer terriers were, in fact, their own breed. So welcome, Biewer terriers! We’re already all in love with you.
SLOUGHI
AKC Recognized in: 2016 FCI Recognized in: 1998
In January 2011, the Sloughi became eligible to compete in the AKC Miscellaneous Class. As of January 1, 2016, the Sloughi became fully recognized by the AKC and eligible to compete in the Hound Group. On February 23, 2010, the AKC announced that it had selected ASLA as the AKC National Parent Club for the breed. The sloughi, also known as the Arabian greyhound, is a swift sighthound. It has a reserved personality, but will act gentle and affectionate toward its loved ones.
AZAWAKH
AKC Recognized in: 2019 FCI Recognized in: 1980
The AKC recognized the Azawakh a member of the Hound group in 2019. The American Azawakh Association (AAA) is the AKC Parent Club for the Azawakh. Azawakh may be registered with the UKC and ARBA. The breed is not yet registered by CKC. The Azawakh is an elegant and affectionate sighthound from West Africa. It makes a loyal companion and guardian. It first made its way to the United States in the 1980s.
BARBET
AKC Recognized in: 2020 FCI Recognized in: 1954
The barbet is a friendly waterdog named after the French word for "beard" (barbe). It is a joyful, intelligent breed that was added to the AKC stud book in 2020.
DOGO ARGENTINO
AKC Recognized in: 2020 FCI Recognized in: 1973
The dogo Argentino is a big-game hunter but also a cheerful and humble companion. It was developed in the Republic of Argentina in 1928 and recognized by the AKC in 2020. The Argentine Kennel Club recognized the Dogo Argentino in 1964, the Federation Cynologique Internationale (FCI) in 1973.
BELGIAN LAEKENOIS
AKC Recognized in: 2020 FCI Recognized in: 2001
The Belgian Laekenois is an alert and intelligent breed in the herding group. It hails from Belgium, where it was used to guard sheep and drying linen alike. It reached enough popularity in America to be added to the AKC stud book in 2020, becoming its 196th breed. The Belgian Laekenois (pronounced lak-in-wah) is the fourth dog from Belgium to join the AKC's ranks. The Laekenois gets its name from the town of Laeken in Belgium, where the breed originated. It joins the Belgian Sheepdog, the Belgian Malinois and the Belgian Tervuren, all herding breeds. The Laekenois stands out among these other Belgian breeds due to its coat, which is coarse and woolly and comes in a variety of colors, with black shading around the muzzle, ears and tail.
CHINOOK
AKC Recognized in: 2013 FCI Recognized in: Not Recognized
Chinooks joined the American Kennel Club (AKC) Foundation Stock Service in 2001 and were later added to the AKC's Miscellaneous Class in 2010. Finally, in January 2013 the Chinook became the AKC's 176th breed and joined the working group. Chinooks are still working for recognition from other major kennel clubs. Chinooks were bred to be sled dogs in New Hampshire, where they are now the official state dog.
PORTUGUESE PODENGO
PEQUENO
AKC Recognized in: 2013 FCI Recognized in: 1954
Meet the Portuguese Podengo Pequeno, a small hunting dog native to southern Europe with a slim build, pointed ears, and either short and smooth or long, wiry fur. This breed is quick, sweet, and energetic, and it is the smallest of Portugals' three Podengo breeds. Podengos are one of Portugal's most popular types of purebreds, and they can be found in three sizes - small, medium, and large, which are not interbred with each other. Portuguese Podengo Pequenos are little dogs with a long name. The breed looks similar in appearance to American dogs like the Jack Russell Terrier and Rat Terrier, though interestingly, the Portuguese Podengo Pequeno is not a terrier at all.
RAT TERRIER
AKC Recognized in: 2010 FCI Recognized in: Not Recognized
The UKC officially recognized the breed on January 1, 1999. The AKC recognized the Rat Terrier as a breed on July 1, 2010 - however, it allowed them to compete in companion events beginning January 1, 2006 in sanctioned AKC Companion events. The Rat Terrier is an American dog breed with a background as a farm dog and hunting companion. They share much ancestry with the small hunting dogs known as feists.
COTON DE TULEAR
AKC Recognized in: 2014 FCI Recognized in: 1970
The Coton de Tuléar is recognised internationally through the Fédération Cynologique Internationale and by major kennel clubs (The Kennel Club (UK) in the Toy Group, and the United Kennel Club (US) in the Companion Group), using standards-based upon the Fédération Cynologique Internationale standard. The Coton de Tulear is a happy-go-lucky and charming dog that loves to follow its owner around. It is the official dog of Madagascar and entered into the AKC stud book in 2014.
BRACCO ITALIANO
AKC Recognized in: 2022 FCI Recognized in: 1956
The Bracco Italiano is an easygoing and enthusiastic dog, always ready to play. They are easy to train with the energy to follow through with the task. This breed was originally a gun dog and pointer, with the stature to succeed in the field. Its history goes back over 2,000 years. It is one of the oldest pointers. Italian nobility and falconers took a liking to the pup, adding to its popularity.
WIREHAIRED VIZSLA
AKC Recognized in: 2014 FCI Recognized in: 1966
The Wirehaired Vizsla was permitted to show in conformation in the AKC Miscellaneous Class starting January 1, 2011. They joined the Sporting Group and became a fully recognized breed on July 2, 2014. The wirehaired vizsla is distinguished from the vizsla by its sturdier frame and thick, wiry coat. The breed was developed by Hungarian hunters to better survive the weather and terrain of northern Hungary.
BERGAMASCO
AKC Recognized in: 2015 FCI Recognized in: 1956
A breed association, now called the Associazione Amatori del Cane da Pastore Bergamasco, was established in 1949. The breed was recognised by the Ente Nazionale della Cinofilia Italiana in 1956, and was definitively accepted by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale in the same year. The Bergamasco is a low-maintenance dog that is great with kids and other animals. Its shaggy curtain of hair is meant to protect it from snowblindness while herding sheep in the Alps. It was admitted to the AKC stud book in 2015. Nobody really knows where the bergamasco shepherd originated, which you have to admit adds a little intrigue to the breed. They are like mysterious strangers who suddenly arrived in town and became the focus of attention and gossip of all those scandalized breeders in the European and American kennel clubs.
BERGER PICARD
AKC Recognized in: 2015 FCI Recognized in: 1955
The Berger Picard is an observant and smart sheepdog, although it needs proper training to overcome its stubbornness. Communication between European breeders and American buyers has become easier thanks to the internet, paving the way for the breed to gain popularity in the States and be officially recognized by the AKC in 2015. The Berger Picard is a lively, energetic, affectionate dog that is still primarily used in France for herding. Their intelligence and protective instincts make them suitable as guard dogs as well. They are excellent family companions and very good with children. Disqualifications: Viciousness or extreme shyness.
HUNGARIAN MUDI
AKC Recognized in: 2022 FCI Recognized in: 1966
The Hungarian mudi has been waiting for its moment to shine. They have been waiting in the rafters since the 1930s, but it was not until 2022 that the American Kennel Club officially recognized them. They are known for their high energy levels and need for regular exercise, so maybe the officials from AKC just were not able to catch up with one until now? The breed became recognized by The Federation Cynologique Internationale in 1966.
RUSSIAN TOY TERRIER
AKC Recognized in: 2022 FCI Recognized in: 2006
The Russian toy had a long journey to being entirely accepted by the AKC, but with such little legs, every journey probably seems pretty long. Though only officially and fully recognized in 2022, the breed has been around for centuries and was once prized by the Russian aristocracy. They LOVED the English toy terrier but decided it just was not tiny enough, so they made their own. The Russian Toy was provisionally recognised by the Federation Cynologique Internationale in 2006 and gained definitive recognition in 2017. Russian Toys are also recognized by the American Rare Breed Association and International All Breed Canine Association.
CANAAN
AKC Recognized in: 1997 FCI Recognized in: 1966
One of the AKC's oldest breeds, the Canaan Dog is the national dog of Israel, but it has only recently gained popularity in America. John F. Kennedy Jr. owned a Canaan named Friday, possibly raising its national profile. This quick, medium-sized pasture dog is docile with family, aloof with strangers. The ever-alert Canaan is a vocal and persistent guardian of flock and home. Canaan Dogs are lean, bushy-tailed dogs standing 19 to 24 inches at the shoulder.
TOY FOX TERRIER
AKC Recognized in: 2003 FCI Recognized in: Not Recognized
The Toy Fox Terrier is the AKC's 148th breed. The Toy Fox Terrier is an American breed, resulting from a cross of Fox Terriers with toy breeds such as the Miniature Pinscher, Italian Greyhound, and Chihuahua. The Toy Fox Terrier was developed in the 1930s. The Toy Fox Terrier is a small terrier breed of dog, directly descended from the larger Smooth Fox Terrier but since 1936, it has been registered in the United States with the UKC as a separate breed.
BLACK RUSSIAN TERRIER
AKC Recognized in: 2004 FCI Recognized in: 1983
The Black Russian Terrier is a breed recognized by the FCI (September 1983), AKC (July 2004), CKC, KC, ANKC, NZKC and other cynological organizations. The contemporary Black Russian Terrier is a working dog, guarding dog, sporting and companion dog.
POLISH LOWLAND
SHEEPDOG
AKC Recognized in: 2001 FCI Recognized in: 1963
The Polish Lowland Sheepdog (Polish: Polski Owczarek Nizinny, also PON), is a medium-sized, shaggy-coated, sheep dog breed native to Poland. Polish Lowland Sheepdogs are stable and self-confident. They have an excellent memory and can be well trained, but may dominate a weak-willed owner. PONs adapt well to various conditions, and are popular as companion dogs for apartment dwellers in their native Poland. PONs require a moderate amount of exercise daily.
GLEN OF
IMAAL TERRIER
AKC Recognized in: 2004 FCI Recognized in: 1975
The Glen of Imaal is a gentle terrier originally developed to hunt farm vermin and badgers in Ireland. It was officially recognized by the Irish and English Kennel Clubs in 1934 and 1975, respectively. The AKC followed suit by recognizing it in 2004.
NEAPOLITAN MASTIFF
AKC Recognized in: 2004 FCI Recognized in: 1956
The Neapolitan Mastiff or Mastino Napoletano is an Italian breed of large dog of mastiff type. It was recognised as a breed by the Ente Nazionale della Cinofilia Italiana in 1949, and accepted by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale in 1956.
PLOTT HOUND
AKC Recognized in: 2006 FCI Recognized in: Not Recognized
The Plott hound is named after Johannes Plott, a German immigrant who arrived in North Carolina in 1750 with five Hanovers. The descendants of these five dogs were used to hunt bear and wild boar. The standard of a new breed was created and became officially recognized by the AKC in 2006.
TIBETAN MASTIFF
AKC Recognized in: 2006 FCI Recognized in: 1961
The Tibetan mastiff may be a guard dog, but it is calm and sweet to the family it protects. Although, be careful. Their strong jaw and fondness for wood may be destructive to your home. It was declared an official breed of the AKC in 2006.
BEAUCERON
AKC Recognized in: 2007 FCI Recognized in: 1963
The Beauceron is a sheepdog from France. It is a muscular but sensitive dog which makes it an equally good protector and companion. It was recognized as a breed by the AKC in 2007. The Beauceron is a herding dog breed originating from the plains of Central France. The Beauceron is also known as Berger de Beauce or Bas Rouge.
SWEDISH VALLHUND
AKC Recognized in: 2007 FCI Recognized in: 2013
The Swedish vallhund (Swedish for "shepherd dog") is a great companion dog. It is believed to be a cross of a Scandinavian spitz dog and a Welsh corgi, bred as a result of Viking raids around 1,200 years ago. It was first bred in the United States in 1986, and became officially recognized in 2007. The Swedish Vallhund is AKC's 156th breed. The Swedish Vallhund is also known as Vastgotaspets and Swedish Cattledog.
DOGUE DE BORDEAUX
AKC Recognized in: 2008 FCI Recognized in: 1954
The Dogue de Bordeaux, also known as the Bordeaux Mastiff, French Mastiff or Bordeauxdog, is a large French mastiff breed. A typical brachycephalic mastiff breed, the Bordeaux is a very powerful dog, with a very muscular body. The Dogue de Bordeaux is an ancient French mastiff known for its courage and loyalty. It became a recognized breed in 2008.
BLUETICK COONHOUND
AKC Recognized in: 2009 FCI Recognized in: 1991
The Bluetick Coonhound is a breed of coonhound originating in the United States. The Bluetick Coonhound is known for its friendly personality, cold nose,and deep bawl mouth. It is most commonly used as a raccoon hunting dog, but is also kept as a pet. The bluetick coonhound is a relentless hunter with a pervasive bark. It is a charming and affectionate dog, as long as you can accommodate its hunting instincts. The breed has been the University of Tennessee's sports mascot since 1953, and was officially recognized by the AKC in 2009.
BOYKIN SPANIEL
AKC Recognized in: 2009 FCI Recognized in: Not Recognized
The Boykin spaniel is an energetic and adept hunting dog. It originated in South Carolina, where it is now the state's official dog. It was added to the AKC in 2009. The Boykin Spaniel is a medium-sized breed of dog, a Spaniel bred for hunting wild turkeys and ducks in the Wateree River Swamp of South Carolina, in the United States. It is the state dog of South Carolina, where it was discovered and further developed by hunters in the early through mid 1900s. September 1 is Boykin Spaniel Day in South Carolina, originally established in 1984.
NORWEGIAN BUHUND
AKC Recognized in: 2009 FCI Recognized in: 1963
The Norwegian buhund is another Nordic dog that has made its way to the states. The Norwegian Buhund (Norwegian: Norsk buhund) is a breed of dog of the spitz type. It is closely related to the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Jämthund. The Buhund is used as a watch dog and an all purpose farm and herding dog. It makes a good farm dog and is confident and affectionate around children. AKC recognized it as a breed in 2009.
PYRENEAN SHEPHERD
AKC Recognized in: 2009 FCI Recognized in: 1955
The Pyrenean shepherd is a mischievous herder that gets its name from the Pyrenees mountains, which span the border of France and Spain. Just two of these energetic dogs can control a flock of 1,000 sheep while each trotting an estimated 25 miles a day. It was recognized as an official breed by the AKC in 2009. It is found herding flocks of sheep throughout the Pyrenees alongside the much larger Pyrenean Mountain Dog which is kept as a flock guardian.
REDBONE COONHOUND
AKC Recognized in: 2009 FCI Recognized in: Not Recognized
The Redbone Coonhound is an American breed of hunting dog. As a coonhound, the Redbone is primarily a hunter of small game that hide in trees, such as raccoons, opossums, and squirrels, but is also capable of handling big game like bears and cougars. Its hunting strategy is to tree wild game where hunters can then shoot the target, rather than directly hunting and subduing the prey. The redbone coonhound is a versatile hunter that was one of the six hounds developed by American settlers to help hunt for raccoon meat and fur. It prefers to alternate between long naps and high-energy nocturnal hunts. Despite its lengthy American history, it wasn't added to the AKC until 2009.
CANE CORSO
AKC Recognized in: 2010 FCI Recognized in: 1996
The cane corso's ancestry dates back to the ancient Roman empire, where it served as a fearless guard dog. The Cane Corso is an Italian breed of mastiff. It is usually kept as a companion dog or guard dog - it may also be used to protect livestock. In the past it was used for hunting large game, and also to herd cattle. Up until 1988, it was mostly known in southern Italy. However, it has now soared to be AKC's No. 32 most popular breed after being added in 2010.
LAGOTTO ROMAGNOLO
AKC Recognized in: 2015 FCI Recognized in: 1995
The Lagotto Romagnolo is an Italian breed of dog. It is a traditional breed of the formerly extensive marshlands of the Delta del Po, in the eastern part of the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy, where it was used as a gun dog, specifically as a water retriever. After the drainage of large areas of wetland habitat in its area of origin in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, it came to be more often used to hunt for truffles. In the twenty-first century it may be kept as a companion animal. The lagotto Romagnolo is a keen and devoted dog breed known for its curly coat. It comes from Italy, where it is known for its ability to sniff out truffles. The breed was recognized by the AKC in 2015.
MINIATURE AMERCIAN
SHEPHERD
AKC Recognized in: 2015 FCI Recognized in: 2019
The Miniature American Shepherd, frequently abbreviated MAS, is a small herding dog breed. The MAS is highly intelligent and biddable. The breed is often trained for dog sports such as herding, agility, obedience, canine freestyle, flyball, and others. The Miniature American Shepherd was recognised by the American Kennel Club (AKC) in 2015 and is the club's 186th breed. In September 2019, the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) officially accepted the breed. The miniature American shepherd has only been recognized by the AKC since 2015, but it's already its 34th most popular breed. This compact, good-natured shepherd is distinguished by its beautiful tricolor coat.
SPANISH WATER DOG
AKC Recognized in: 2015 FCI Recognized in: 1999
In 1985, the breed was officially recognized and admitted into the Fédération Cynologique Internationale. The Spanish Water Dog was recognized by the United Kennel Club on January 1, 2004. The breed was originally assigned to the Gun Dog Group, and was moved to the Herding Dog Group on July 1, 2013. The Spanish water dog is a herding dog with an upbeat personality and endless energy. It is distinguished by its curly coat. The breed was added to the AKC stud book in 2015.
SPINONE ITALIANO
AKC Recognized in: 2000 FCI Recognized in: 1955
The Spinone Italianois an Italian breed of hunting dog, traditionally used for tracking, for pointing and for retrieving game. The modern Spinone originated in Piedmont, in north-western Italy, in the nineteenth century and was for some time the most important hunting breed of that region.
LOWCHEN
AKC Recognized in: 1996 FCI Recognized in: 1995
The Löwchen or Little Lion Dog is a breed of small dog. The Löwchen once had the dubious distinction, like the Portuguese Water Dog and the Havanese.
AMERICAN HAIRLESS
TERRIER
AKC Recognized in: 2016 FCI Recognized in: Not Recognized
The American hairless terrier is the only fur-free breed developed in the United States. The first one was born of a rat terrier in Louisiana in 1972. That dog, Josephine, successfully bred more hairless dogs. Fast-forward to 2016, and the breed had become widespread enough to be officially recognized by the AKC. However, under the patronage of FCI this breed is still classified as a non-recognized breed. Due to some genetic fluke, a rat terrier named Josephine was born completely hairless in 1972. After years of trying, Josephine finally gave birth to two more hairless rat terriers in 1981. From there, the mutation snowballed into a totally new breed, which is now recognized by most major kennel clubs worldwide. An acquired taste, for sure, but there is nothing cuter than a hairless rat terrier for some.
PUMI
AKC Recognized in: 2016 FCI Recognized in: 1954
The pumi is an energetic, compact working dog with standing ears and a curly coat. It was first imported by Finland in 1972 and became officially recognized by the AKC in 2016. For years, the pumi breed lived in the shadows of its cousin, the puli, from which it was bred. You'd probably recognize the puli breed for its corded hair that almost looks like locs, but the pumi's coat is not matted like the puli's. The history of this breed is honestly pretty bananas. It was not an easy journey for the pumi, but we are awfully glad they made it into the official records.
NEDERLANDSE
KOOIKERHONDJE
AKC Recognized in: 2018 FCI Recognized in: 1990
The Nederlandse koikerhondje ("small cager dog") is a friendly and alert sporting dog. It has appeared in paintings by Dutch artists dating back to the late Middle Ages. The first recorded litter was born in the United States in 1999. Since then, the breed has been gaining popularity and was officially recognized by the AKC in 2018. The Nederlandse Kooikerhondje is believed to be an ancestor of the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. The Dutch keep a breeding registry to record all litters born starting in 1942.
IRISH RED & WHITE
SETTER
AKC Recognized in: 2009 FCI Recognized in: 1989
The Irish red and white setter is a shorter and stockier version of the Irish setter. The Irish Red and White Setter (Irish: An Sotar Rua agus Bán) is a breed of dog. As with all setters, it is classified as a gundog in the UK and is included in the sporting group in America and Canada. It is virtually identical in use and temperament to the related Irish Setter, as well as the Gordon and English setters, but is more often found as a working gun dog. It became an official AKC breed in 2009, 125 years after the Irish setter was recognized in 1884.
NOVA SCOTIA
DUCK TOLLING RETRIEVER
AKC Recognized in: 2003 FCI Recognized in: 1981
The Nova Scotia duck tolling retriever is the smallest of all of AKC's retriever breeds. It is distinguished by its beautiful crimson coat and boundless energy. The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is AKC's 150th breed. For more than a century in the Little River district of Yarmouth County in Southwestern Nova Scotia, hunters have used tolling dogs like the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is fashioned after the MicMac Indian Dog.
GRAND BASSET
GRIFFON VENDEEN
AKC Recognized in: 2018 FCI Recognized in: 1967
The grand basset griffon Vendéen is an independent and outgoing French dog with an exceptional nose. The GBGV was considered a basset griffon Vendéen until 1950, when two variations (The GBGV and the petit basset griffon Vendéen) were standardized. The GBGV was then added to the AKC stud book in 2018.
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