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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are believed to have been developed through a mixture of retrievers, spaniels and setters and possibly a farm collie cross as well. The breed was apparently originally known as the …

Cocker Spaniel The Cocker Spaniel was originally developed in Wales and southwestern parts of England to retrieve woodcock, a popular game bird, according to our research. There are two types of Cocker Spaniels: English and American, which each adhere …

Beagle The Beagle is thought to have evolved from small foxhounds. It originated in Britain and was bred to hunt rabbits and hares. The Beagle is the most popular of its classification with its lively and easy-going personality. A pack dog by nature, t …

Basset Hound The Basset Hound originated in France where its name means “low set.” Historians believe the breed may have descended from the now-extinct St. Hubert Hound. Basset Hounds work in packs to trail hare and deer where their low, sturdy frame i …

Poodle The Poodle has been known in Russia and Germany since the early 16th century. The breed is related to the Portuguese Water Dog and Irish Water Spaniel, and its first job was to retrieve waterfowl. In France, the Poodle was used to scent out truf …