Friendly, outgoing and high-spirited companions who have more than enough affection to go around for a family looking for a medium-to-large dog.

Intelligent, friendly and devoted. Goldens are excellent family dogs and remarkably versatile, doing well in obedience, agility and as therapy dogs.

Confident, courageous and smart. One of the world's leading police, guard and military dogs, but also a loving family companion.

Affectionate, playful and outgoing with a charming personality. Shih Tzus are ideal lap dogs and adapt well to apartment living.

The tiniest version of the Pomeranian breed, weighing just 3-7 pounds. Toy Poms retain all the spunk and personality of standard Poms in a compact package.

Mischievous, loyal and outgoing. Huskies are known for their striking appearance and boundless energy, requiring active owners.

Smart, confident and complex with a beautiful long coat. Originally bred as indoor sentinels in Tibetan monasteries.

Friendly, patient and dependable. Known as the 'Apollo of Dogs' for their majestic appearance and gentle nature.

Fearless, loyal and highly intelligent. Dobermans are powerful, muscular dogs capable of great speed and endurance.

Friendly, curious and merry. Excellent family companions and scent hounds originally bred for hunting rabbits.

Dignified, bright and serious-minded. Known for their lion-like mane and blue-black tongue, Chows are aloof but loyal.

Confident, courageous and calm. Rottweilers are powerful dogs with strong protective instincts, originally bred to drive cattle and pull carts.