Dog Breeds - M
Maltese
Despite being bred as a companion and as a lap dog in Malta, this cheerful and loving animal can be a little snappy if handled roughly.
Manchester Terrier
An enthusiastic little dog from Manchester in England. A former rat catcher turned companion dog.
Maremma Sheepdog
An Italian sheep herder, this large animal has a bear-like head.
Mastiff
This is a gentle giant from England, but was originally bred as a fighting dog for battle.
Mexican Hairless Dog
Also known as Xoloitzcuintli, these dogs are natural guardians.
Miniature Pinscher
Lean and confident little rat catcher from Germany.
Miniature Poodle
The unmistakeable poodle is a curly haired dog originally from Germany, and owes its trademark haircut to its former role as a water retriever.
Miniature Schnauzer
With a characteristic beard covering his "schnauze" or muzzle, this vermin hunter from Germany can be a bit of a barker.
Mudi
A relatively new breed from Hungary, the Mudi seems to have come about around a century ago without being planned.