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The Chow Chow is a member of the Spitz family that is known for over 2000 years. This Chinese breed was once used for guarding and hunting.

The Golden Retriever was developed in mid 19th century England. It is believed that Water Spaniel, Newfoundland, and Irish Setter bloodlines were used to arrive at the present day breed.

Also known as the Bobtail, the Old English Sheepdog was developed in England in the 19th century. This breed served as a guard and a cattle dog. Nowadays, he is kept mainly as a beloved pet and companion.

It is believed that Great Danes, Mastiffs, Bloodhounds, and perhaps Greyhounds were interbred to produce this breed. The Rhodesian Ridgeback was developed in South Africa in the 18th century and was used to hunt big game over vast areas in extreme temperatures.

The Bullmastiff is believed to have been evolved between 200 or 300 years ago by crossing the Mastiff with the Bulldog. He was used as a guard dog against poachers (who were hunting on large estates) without actually harming them.

Formerly known as the Chinese fighting dog, the Chinese Shar-Pei is an ancient breed who was revered by the nobility during the Han dynasty, around 200 B.C.

Believed to have been evolved from spaniels, the English Setter was first seen in 16th century England and was perfected as a hunting dog in the 19th century. In function they are almost identical to the Pointer.

The Gordon Setter is a true Scottish breed, dated back to 17th century Scotland. He is the only native Scottish gun dog and was originally known as the Gordon Castle Setter due to the fact that he was bred at Gordon Castle, Banffshire.

The Irish Water Spaniel, though capable of flushing birds like other spaniels, was actually bred to excel as a water retriever.

The Rottweiler comes from the West German town of Rottweil in Wurttemberg. He was used as a cattle drover and guard dog in Germany.