This is a friendly looking guardian dog from Morocco.

This working dog from the Akbas region of Turkey will tend to bark if left out at night.

Japan's National Dog and former Imperial guard dog, this is one to keep on the leash in public places.

Bred by the Mahlemuts tribe in Alaska, this strong dog can be aggressive around other same-sex dogs.

Available also in other sizes, this American bred dog was never actually used by the Eskimos!

This is a tireless working dog from Australia, but with its roots in the North of England.

This "Poor Man's Horse" was bred as an all round working dog before later being mis-used in dog fighting due to its high pain threshold.

An old Turkish breed, and one that wasn't actually used for herding despite the name.

This versatile dog from Switzerland has been used for farm work as well as search and rescue.

A German breed, this former bull-baiter and fighting dog is now a companion dog, and one that often copies the mood of its owner.

A powerful yet docile dog from Great Britain, one that needs keeping out of extreme heat.

This faithful Chinese dog has had many jobs in the past, including giving up its fur for making clothes.

Banned in the UK under the Dangerous Dogs Act, which really is down to people's use of the dog rather the dog itself, as it was bred initially as a companion, a guardian and a hunting dog.

This national symbol of Great Britain is a very dependable dog despite its violent history.

This Brazilian dog is possiblly the hound from Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's "Hound of the Baskervilles".

Another rare breed, this is a very sociable dog that was initially bred as a pointing dog.

From Germany and not Denmark, surpisingly, this is the dog the cartoon character "Scooby Doo" is based upon.

This huge animal from Switzerland was used for a variety of purposes including pulling carts.

This is a tough dog from France, and was bred to guard sheep from wolves and bears.

This ancient breed from Greenland can have its roots traced back roughly 12000 years.

The National Dog of Turkey, and a natural guardian.

This Northern European dog is a fearless hunting dog, known to be able to turn a bear on its heels or attack one that is silly enough not to run!

Holland's National Dog, this dog is also know as the "Smiling Dutchman" due to the way it grins.

Used in Hungary for guarding sheep, this large dog has an unusual mop-like coat.

Devoploed in Tibet as a bodygard, this dog's deep bark makes it an effective watchdog.

A sweet-natured German dog that wisely tends to avoid any trouble brewing in its household.

This long coated dog was once considered sacred in its country of origin, Tibet.

This is a gentle giant from England, but was originally bred as a fighting dog for battle.

The unmistakeable poodle is a curly haired dog originally from Germany, and owes its trademark haircut to its former role as a water retriever.

Another war dog, this time from the Southern regions of Italy.

Canadian by descent, this dog was used by fishermen for pulling in nets.

Having the aloofisheness of a cat, this dog from Norway can be almost impossible to housebreak.

A working dog from Patterdale in Cumbria, like many terriers this little chap was bred for hunting foxes.

Despite being known for its French origins, this water dog was actually standardised in Germany, where it is known as the Pudelhund, with Pudel relating to puddle.

This "Dog of Water" was often given a Lion trim, like the poodle, to assist in free movement while keeping vital organs warm.

From the lovely Canary Islands, this dog was bred for the not-so-lovely sport of dog fighting.

Named aftert the town of Rottweil in Germany, this can be something of an aggressive dog.

A lumbering dog from Switzerland, this dog was the star of the 1992 film called "Beethoven".

A peaceful natured dog from Russia, this dog is thought to be related to the Siberian Husky.

This brave and playful dog from Belgium is not to be trusted around smaller pets, especially those normally kept in cages.

Bred in China as a fighting dog and then for herding, this dog needs plenty of exercise to retain a calm disposition.

This Russian Husky is well equipped, having hair between its toes to provide better traction on the snow and ice.

Devloped in Sussex, England, this dog is still quite rare in its own country after almost becoming extinct following World War Two. They are however, popular in America.

An ancient dog from the Himalayas, this dog is a fond digger.

Bred by Tibetan monks, this "prayer" dog was often a revered gift.

A Dog from Japan that was and still is bred for fighting, and thankfully is rare.

Originally from Germany and not France, the trademark coat was originally for keeping vital organs warm while allowing free movement through water for retrieveing ducks.