First Domestic dogs – 10,000 years ago Different groups Form and Function American Kennel Club (AKC) Established in 1884 Promote advancement of 154 Dogs ▪ 8 Classifications
Hunting Birds and Waterfowl Ex) Pointers, Spaniels, Setters, Retrievers Easy Care coats and Lots of activity
Hunting 4 Legged Game Keen Sense of Smell
Draft, Guard, Rescue Intelligent, quick to learn, large
Hunt and Dig for Vermin Small-Medium Sized Spirited
Lap dogs Good for elderly Less space
Diverse Group: Size, Coat, Personalities
Control movement of other animals Excellent companions Respond well to training Police work, search and rescue
Still “Under Construction”
55% of dogs are purebreds Top 2o breeds make up 70% of dogs Lab German Shepherd Yorkshire Terrier Beagles Golden Retrievers Bulldogs Boxers Dachshunds Poodles Shih Tzu