Today, there are some very wolf - like dog breeds out there — a mix
of old dog breeds, and those that have been bred to look like wolves.
The Great Dane is a
very old dog breed and has been known throughout history for its hunting capability.
The Boston Terrier is a 150
year old dog breed that according to the AKC is a mix of English Bulldog and Terrier.
The pug is an ancient dog breed and one
among oldest dog breeds, but they got real popularity in India when Vodafone advertisement brought them in publicity.
For such
an old dog breed, there is not a lot of information on health issues, but they are generally considered to be a hearty breed.
The breed, also known as the Italian Mastiff and Mastino Napoletano, is one of
the oldest dog breeds.
According to various DNA tests, the Siberian Husky is one of
the oldest dog breeds in the world.
Some of
the oldest dog breeds, referred to as «ancient breeds,» became the foundation for many of the dog types we know today.
The wholly Kuvasz is one of the three
oldest dog breeds that originated in Tibet (the Puli and the Komondor are the other two).
Genetic testing has proven that the Chow Chow is one of
the oldest dog breeds.
The chow is believed to be one
the oldest dog breeds, dating back some 4,000 years to China.
These dogs have a long history in Ireland and are considered one of
the oldest dog breeds with mentioning in early 5th century literature.
It is one of Britain's
oldest dog breeds.
One of
the oldest dog breeds Greyhounds are thought to have originated in Egypt, in fact, Cleopatra was known to be a fan.
The Saluki is one of
the oldest dog breeds known and has roots in the nomadic tribes of Persia who used it for hunting.
In fact, Greyhounds are one of
the oldest dog breeds known to man.
One of
the oldest dog breeds, it is believed that Basenjis were given as gifts to the Pharaohs of ancient Egypt.
The bloodhound, one of the best - known hounds, is also one of
the oldest dog breeds, dating back to the pre-Christian era.
They are one of
the oldest dog breeds and ancestors to many of the modern dogs.
Hailing from Asia, this is considered
the oldest dog breed in existence and has been used as a working dog, show dog, and companion for many years.
by Lauren R. Tharp Rumored to have first appeared before 400 B.C., the Pug is one of the world's
oldest dog breeds.
As it is believed that the Shiba Inu is
the oldest dog breed in Japan, it is certainly worthy of this honor.
The Shih Tzu is undoubtedly one of the world's
oldest dog breeds.
Except the Basenji, believed, by many, to be
the oldest dog breed in the world.
The Welsh Corgi is one of
the oldest dog breeds ever and being the Royal Dog in the United Kingdom is helping its rise in popularity.
In addition to being the smallest dog breed, according to the American Kennel Club, the chihuahua is also one of
the oldest dog breeds.
It is one of
the oldest dog breeds in the world.