Dog Breeds - G
German Pinscher
The ancestor of many other pinchers, this dog almost became extinct aftet the Second Word War.
German Shepherd
Also known as the Alsatian, this imposing looking dog was originally bred as a herder before being used as a police dog in many countries.
German Short Haired Pointer
A dog developed for the purpose of tracking and pointing out targets.
German Spaniel
Also known as the Deutscher Wachtelund, this dog is relatively unknown in its own counry, as it is mostly owned and sold to professional hunters and foresters.
German Wire Haired Pointer
Another pointing dog from Germany, albeit with a slighly different coat.
Giant Schnauzer
This is the large version of the Standard Schnauzer, and this large animal can tend to be a little over protective.
Glen of Imaal Terrier
This hardy little Irish terrier comes from a beeed that can vary in temperament, but it do not tend to bark needlessly.
Golden Retriever
A fairly modern British breed, this is a very popular dog used in various roles including guide dogs.
Gordon Setter
Taking its name from the Fourth Duke of Gordon in Scotland, this dog has a fantastic memory.
Great Dane
From Germany and not Denmark, surpisingly, this is the dog the cartoon character "Scooby Doo" is based upon.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
This huge animal from Switzerland was used for a variety of purposes including pulling carts.
Great Pyrenees
This is a tough dog from France, and was bred to guard sheep from wolves and bears.
Greenland Dog
This ancient breed from Greenland can have its roots traced back roughly 12000 years.
Greyhound
This gentle British rocket has its roots in the Middle East, and was once the preserve of nobility.