Group guide

Working Dogs

Browse working breeds and compare personality, trainability, exercise, and care needs in one place.

Browse 111 breed profiles and use filters to move from broad discovery to a tighter shortlist.

Built from reputable breed standards, veterinary guidance, and breed-specific references. Individual dogs still vary.

Family-friendly Apartment-friendly Low-shedding

111 breeds • Showing 12

Group: Working

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Aidi

WorkingUncommonMorocco

AlertBrave

The Aidi, or Chien de l'Atlas, is a medium-sized Moroccan breed known for its protective instincts and hunting capabilities. With a strong work drive and energetic nature, Aidis excel as livestock guardians and make loyal family companions.

Child-friendly fitHigh-motion routine

Akbash

WorkingUncommonTurkey

BraveCalm

The Akbash is a large, independent dog from Turkey, known for its guarding instincts and loyalty. Ideal for experienced owners, it thrives with consistent training.

Steady movementPatient training plan

Akita

WorkingCommonJapan

CourageousDignified

The Akita is a large, loyal breed from Japan, known for its protective nature and dignified demeanor. Requires experienced owners and regular exercise.

Child-friendly fitSteady movementPatient training plan

Aksaray Malaklisi

WorkingUncommonTurkey

CalmIndependent

The Aksaray Malaklisi is a large, loyal livestock guardian dog from Turkey, known for its protective instincts and independent nature. With a striking white coat and a calm demeanor, this breed excels in guarding livestock and requires ample space and consistent training.

Steady movementPatient training plan

Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog

WorkingUncommonUnited States

AffectionateIntelligent

The Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog is a medium-large breed known for its loyalty, protective instincts, and versatility as a companion and working dog.

Child-friendly fitLighter cleanupSteady movement

Alaskan Husky

WorkingCommonSiberia and Alaska

EnergeticFriendly

The Alaskan Husky is a medium-sized, energetic breed known for its endurance and friendly nature. Originally bred as sled dogs, they require ample exercise and thrive in active households.

Child-friendly fitHigh-motion routinePatient training plan

Alaskan Malamute

WorkingCommonUnited States

AffectionateIndependent

The Alaskan Malamute is a large, powerful breed known for its strength and endurance. Originally bred for hauling heavy freight, they are affectionate, loyal, and require ample exercise. With a thick double coat and a friendly demeanor, they thrive in active households.

Child-friendly fitHigh-motion routinePatient training plan

Alaunt

WorkingUncommonSpain

IntelligentLoyal

The Alaunt is a powerful and loyal breed known for its versatility in hunting, herding, and guarding. With a rich history and strong work ethic, they make excellent companions for active families.

Child-friendly fitLighter cleanupHigh-motion routine

90 min/day

4/54/5

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Alpine Mastiff

WorkingUncommonTibet

CalmIndependent

The Alpine Mastiff is a large, protective breed known for its loyalty and guarding instincts. With a calm demeanor and moderate exercise needs, they thrive in spacious environments and require consistent training and socialization.

Child-friendly fitSteady movementPatient training plan

American Bulldog

WorkingUncommonUnited States

AffectionateConfident

The American Bulldog is a large, loyal breed known for its strength and protective instincts. With a short coat and minimal grooming needs, they thrive on exercise and socialization.

Child-friendly fitLighter cleanupSteady movement

Appenzeller Sennenhund

WorkingUncommonSwitzerland

EnergeticIntelligent

The Appenzeller Sennenhund is a medium-sized, intelligent, and loyal breed from Switzerland, known for its herding abilities and protective nature.

Lighter cleanupHigh-motion routine

Argentine Pila

WorkingUncommonArgentina

AffectionateEnergetic

The Argentine Pila is an agile and intelligent breed known for its herding abilities and strong bond with families. They require ample exercise and training.

Child-friendly fitLighter cleanupHigh-motion routine

60 min/day

4/54/5

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What to compare within working breeds

Breeds in the same group can still feel very different in daily life. Use the filters and detail pages to compare energy, family fit, coat upkeep, and how much structure each breed usually needs.

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