Dog Breeds

The Saint Bernard, also known as the St. Bernard, is a breed of very large working dog originating from the Western Alps in Italy and Switzerland. This breed was initially developed for rescue work by the hospice of the Great St Bernard Pass, which is located on the Italian-Swiss border.

Saint Bernards are renowned for their impressive size and strength, with a well-built, muscular body covered in a dense, water-resistant coat that can be either short or long. They have a distinctive appearance with a broad head, expressive eyes, and a friendly, gentle expression. Their size and thick coat make them well-suited for cold mountainous environments.

Originally bred to assist in rescuing lost travelers in the harsh alpine conditions, Saint Bernards are known for their excellent sense of direction, stamina, and unwavering dedication. Despite their formidable size, they are generally gentle, affectionate, and good-natured dogs. They make excellent family pets, particularly in homes with ample space, and are known for their friendly disposition towards children and other animals.

Due to their history as working dogs, Saint Bernards require regular exercise to maintain their health and well-being. Their thick coat needs regular grooming to manage shedding and prevent matting. With proper care, they can be loyal, loving companions who thrive in a variety of environments.

The Saluki, also known as the Persian Greyhound, is a standardised breed developed from sighthounds – dogs that hunt primarily by sight rather than scent – that was once used by nomadic tribes to run down game animals. The dog was originally bred in the Fertile Crescent.

The Samoyed is a breed of medium-sized herding dogs with thick, white, double-layer coats. They are a spitz-type dog which takes its name from the Samoyedic peoples of Siberia. Descending from the Nenets Herding Laika, they are a domesticated animal that assists in herding, hunting, protection and sled-pulling.

The Samusky is a mixed breed dog–a cross between the Samoyed and the Siberian Husky dog breeds. Highly intelligent, loyal, and good-natured, these pups inherited some of the best qualities from both of their parents. The Samusky goes by several other names, including Samsky or simply Samoyed Husky mix.

The Schapendoes or Dutch Sheepdog, is a breed of dog originating in the Netherlands. The Schapendoes was originally a herding dog and general farm dog, but today also participates in dog sports such as agility and flyball.

A Schipperke is a small breed of dog that originated since the 1600's in Belgium. There has been a long informal debate over whether this type of dog is a spitz or miniature sheepdog. In their home country of Belgium they are considered a small shepherd.

Your Schnocker hybrid is a mix of the Miniature Schnauzer and the Cocker Spaniel and, as such, can inherit the appearance traits from either or both parent breeds. Breeders and owners of the Schnocker hybrid describe her as a small to medium-sized canine who stands 12 to 15 inches tall and weighs 16 to 25 pounds

The Schnoodle is a cross between a Miniature Schnauzer and a Poodle. Schnoodles are charming, funny and smart, and their alert nature — thanks to that double dose of Schnauzer and Poodle attentiveness — makes them excellent watchdogs. They are small dogs and typically have a curly coat that must be clipped regularly.

The Scottish Deerhound, or simply the Deerhound, is a large breed of sighthound, once bred to hunt the red deer by coursing. In outward appearance, the Scottish Deerhound is similar to the Greyhound, but larger and more heavily boned with a rough-coat.