Australian Silky Terrier Temperament & Size They are petite, light boned, energetic dogs with a silky, flowing and smooth coat on the back and sides of the body which can grow up to six inches in length. Also known as simply the Silky Terrier, these dogs have distinctive coat colouring including grey and white and blue…

Basset Hound Temperament & Size Basset Hounds have a calm disposition, are extremely friendly and great with children, which make them excellent companions and family pets. However their activity level is low in comparison to some other breeds. They are large, short legged dogs with a short and smooth coat adorned with various colours. They…

Beagle Temperament & Size Cheerful, gentle and playful dogs, that are not only beautiful but are also excellent with children and other animals. Most commonly tricolour, a mixture of white, black and brown, but can be found in any hound colour. They have the best developed sense of smell of any dog. These dogs love…

Bedlington Terrier Temperament & Size This small to medium sized dog has a thick double coat that can be seen in a variety of colours including blue, sandy, liver, blue and tan, sandy and tan, and liver and tan. They are considered a hypoallergenic breed as they shed little or no hair. However, as a…

Belgian Shepherd Temperament & Size These large breed, muscular dogs are loyal and form strong bonds with their owners. They can be seen in a number of colours and coat types depending on variety. The Groenendael is a black with long hair. The Tervueren is a fawn /mahogany with long hair. The Malinois is a…

Bernese Mountain Dog Temperament & Size This large breed dog has a long haired tri-coloured coat that needs weekly brushing. These active dogs require regular exercise which includes daily walks. Despite their imposing size these dogs are friendly and have a sweet gentle nature and are good with children. These dogs are prone to gaining…

Bichon Frise Temperament & Size This small dog has a double layer curly coat that is always white. They suit owners with allergies as they shed little or no hair. However, as a result the coat is high maintenance and regular grooming or clipping is imperative to avoid matting. They are sociable, charming and merry…

Bloodhound Temperament & Size The Bloodhound is renowned for its scenting ability and has been known to detect a scent that is days old. This large, muscular, short coated dog can be seen in colours including black and tan, red and liver and tan. They are sweet, affectionate and extremely calm.Their even temper and gentle…

Border Collie Temperament & Size Border Collies are rated as the most intelligent of all dogs. These medium sized dogs have a double coat that can be found in a variety of colours including black and white, tri-colour, red and white and black and grey. Studies have shown that Border Collies are the most trainable…

Border Terrier Temperament & Size This small dog is independent and can sometimes be quiet stubborn. However, with correct training they are obedient and because of their lively, fun nature can make loving, loyal family pets. They have a short double coat with a coarse, wiry weather resistant outer coat in colours including grizzle-and-tan, blue-and-tan,…