#12 Bulldog
-Bulldogs was originally bred in England and used in bull baiting, hence the name. The sport was so savage that it also required the dogs to be vicious and brave.
Bulldogs are steady and dignified, with calm dispositions.
They form strong bonds with children, while being gentle
and protective. They also have a strong sense of dedication to their families.
#11 St. Bernard
-It was originally bred as a rescue dog in the Swiss Alps because its huge size and resistance to cold helped keep people who were trapped by avalanches warm or pulled them to safety. They have a gentle and friendly nature that does well around children. Their loyalty is attributed to their eagerness to please their owners.
#10 Yorkshire Terrier
-Highly energetic, bold, and very protective of their family, these little dogs do not always get along well with strangers. They do, however, love to be close to their owners.
#9 Golden Retriever
-The Golden Retriever was first breed in Scotland and used for retrieving game during hunting. Golden Retriever seems to be always smiling and happy to be around people. They are known to be patient, fun loving, eager to please, highly trainable, and a great family dog.
#8 Dachshund
-They were originally bred to hunt badgers, rabbits, and other small prey because of its strong stubby legs and large paws that were made for digging. A dachshund loves to have fun and play. These dogs may be small, but they are very protective of their families.
#7 Boxer
-he Boxer is a breed developed in Germany and originally used as a hunting dog on large wild game.Boxers are energetic, fun-loving, extremely loyal, and low maintenance. They are harmless around family members but wary of strangers. These faithful and affectionate dogs love to be outdoors.
#6 Brittany
-Developed in the Brittany province of France in the 1800s, the Brittany is a hunting/gun breed that was originally bred for bird hunting. Brittanies are noted for being easy to train, sensitive and sweet-natured. Most Brittanies do not let a chance to give a kiss or the famous "Brittany hug" get away. The Brittany is a popular family and companion pet to have.
#5 Labrador Retriever
-With roots dating back to Newfoundland off the east coast of North America, The Labrador Retriever is one of the most popular breeds of dog of the world known for its happy temperament, boundless energy, intelligence, gentleness, loyal and good with children.
#4 Kuvasz
-Originating from Hungarian roots, this breed was known to guard livestock. In recent years, Kuvasz's have served well as house pets. Kuvasz's are an intelligent breed that has a clownish sense of humor. They are loyal pets who appreciate attention with a streak of aloofness and independence. The combination of their large size and loyalty to their family makes this breed a suitable guard dog.
#3 Beagle
-Beagles are often used by homeland security personnel because of their incredible sense of smell. The modern breed dates has its origins in Great Britain but have even been mentioned in references dating back to Ancient Greece. They are known to be merry, kind, and gentle. They are pack animals and for this reason, they are very attached to their owners.
#2 German Shepherd
-Commonly used by the police and military, German Shepherds are working dogs that originated from Germany dating back to the late 1800s. These highly active dogs have a willingness to learn and serve a purpose. German Shepherds are naturally loyal and bond well with familiar faces. They have a tendency to become overprotective of their family and territory, strong guidance and training is a necessity.
#1 Rough Collie
-Don't be surprised that Lassie is on this list. The Rough Collie is a herding breed that originated in Scotland. These friendly dogs are intelligent, active, and good with children and other animals. Rough collies are loyal and protective of their owners, making them an excellent family dog.
