According to the American Kennel
Club, there are 211 recognized breed of dogs. The numbers may vary, though,
depending on which kennel club association you ask. There are three most
influential, The American Kennel Club (USA), The Kennel Club (British) and the
Federation Cynologique Internationale (for the rest of the world) each with their
own list of priorities, policies, and vision of what dog breeding is, therefore,
they will have different recognized dog breeds on their lists.
Despite the many dog breeds, there
are, dogs all have one thing in common and that is they are undeniably man’s
best friend. Dogs have been our faithful companions for thousands of years and
for many they have become an important part of their family and of their lives.
Humans and dogs have a certain close and enduring bond that no other species on
Earth has with each other. Science has explained that the hormone oxytocin is
released in both human and dog brains whenever we look at each other’s eyes or we
pet our beloved furry buddies. This is similar to how we feel whenever we look
at babies.
Dogs care about us in return,
offering company, love, and an undeniable loyalty. Their intelligence and
physical capabilities contribute to many other things. Highly trained ones go
into police, military and search and rescue work. Sometimes our interactions
and dynamics with our dogs are different than those with their human counterparts
in various ways that make dogs an indispensable creature in our modern lives. They
bring comfort, companionship, compassion, health, and many other awesome
benefits.
This
quiz lists down some of the known dog breeds. How many are you familiar with
and how many have been a part of or in some ways influenced your life? Prepare for
some furry cuteness, this quiz has tons of them along with some interesting
information on each breed.
