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Dog Breeds from United Kingdom

Browse breeds connected to United Kingdom and compare what they are like to live with today, from temperament and care needs to everyday fit.

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Origin: United Kingdom

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Border Collie

HerdingCommonUnited Kingdom

AlertEnergetic

The Border Collie is a highly intelligent and energetic medium-sized dog, renowned for its herding abilities and trainability. With a strong work drive, they excel in various canine sports and require ample exercise and mental stimulation to thrive.

High-motion routineEasier first month

120 min/day

3/55/5

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Buckhound

HoundUncommonUnited Kingdom

AffectionateEnergetic

The Buckhound is an energetic and loyal breed, originally bred for hunting. Known for their keen sense of smell, they thrive on exercise and companionship.

Child-friendly fitHigh-motion routineEasier first month

Bulldog

Non-SportingCommonUnited Kingdom

AffectionateComical

The Bulldog is a medium-sized, muscular breed known for its wrinkled face and gentle temperament. They are affectionate, good with children, and require moderate exercise.

Shared-wall friendlyFamily-home friendlyLighter cleanup

30 min/day

5/51/5

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Northern Inuit Dog

Mixed BreedUncommonUnited Kingdom

AffectionateEnergetic

The Northern Inuit Dog is a medium to large breed known for its wolf-like appearance and gentle temperament. Developed in the UK, this intelligent and loyal dog requires consistent training and ample exercise to thrive.

Child-friendly fitHigh-motion routine

Plummer Terrier

TerrierUncommonUnited Kingdom

AffectionateCourageous

The Plummer Terrier is a spirited and intelligent breed, known for its affectionate nature and strong prey drive. Developed for hunting, they thrive on exercise and companionship.

Child-friendly fitLighter cleanupHigh-motion routine

60 min/day

4/54/5

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