•HEIGHT: 18 to 24 in • WEIGHT: 32 to 65 lb • LIFESPAN: 10-12 Years
The Samoyed is one breed to thrive on affection and love, in need of interaction with its owners at all times and a perfect companion dog for all ages. The Samoyed would be ideal for someone that lives in an area with a cool climate ...[More]
SCHIPPERKE
•GROUP: Non-Sporting
•HEIGHT: 11 to 13 in • WEIGHT: 10 to 16 lb • LIFESPAN: 13-15 Years
The Schipperke shows a temperament that is independent and bold, while still being highly playful and affectionate. A breed that loves to be kept busy and very often head-strong...[More]
SCOTTISH DEERHOUND
•GROUP: Hound
•HEIGHT: 28 to 32 in • WEIGHT: 80 to 115 lb • LIFESPAN: 7-9 Years
The Scottish Deerhound is a well-mannered, loving companion, that is amiable and loving towards all other pets and strangers. These dogs are excellent with small children and can offer a great addition as a house pet ...[More]
SEALYHAM TERRIER
•GROUP: Terrier
•HEIGHT: 9 to 12 in • WEIGHT: 18 to 24 lb • LIFESPAN: 11-13 Years
The Sealyham Terrier is a mild-mannered and unusually calm member of the Terrier group, unlike a lot of other dogs in this category. The appearance is that of a toy dog with short-legs, but also able to function as a hunter ...[More]
SHETLAND SHEEPDOG
•GROUP: Herding
•HEIGHT: 13 to 16 in • WEIGHT: 16 to 20 lb • LIFESPAN: 12-14 Years
The Shetland sheepdog is known to have originated in the 1800's, its initial function was that of a herding dog, and its ancestors descended from Scotland. The early dogs in this breed were typically small, at approximately twenty inches ...[More]
SHIBA INU
•GROUP: Non-Sporting
•HEIGHT: 12 to 16 in • WEIGHT: 18 to 28 lb • LIFESPAN: 12-15 Years
The Shiba Inu is a courageous and highly striking member of the Non-Sporting group. A dog with a compact build, with short ears, a muscular body, and a thick coat of fur - always looking for that next adventure ...[More]
SHIH TZU
•GROUP: Toy
•HEIGHT: 8 to 11 in • WEIGHT: 10 to 16 lb • LIFESPAN: 12-14 Years
The Shih Tzu is classed as a member of the toy group – the name 'Shih Tzu' came from China, and translates to 'Lion Dog'. Even though this breed is associated with the Chinese, indications show that origins of the ...[More]
SKYE TERRIER
•GROUP: Terrier
•HEIGHT: 9 to 10 in • WEIGHT: 22 to 25 lb • LIFESPAN: 12-14 Years
The Skye Terrier is adorable and soft in its appearance, with a mild-mannered temperament and a loyal companion to its owners. These dogs often display a feisty personality and can be fearless in all situations ...[More]
SOFT COATED WHEATEN TERRIER
•GROUP: Terrier
•HEIGHT: 16 to 20 in • WEIGHT: 30 to 45 lb • LIFESPAN: 12-14 Years
The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a fun-loving, playful and athletic member of the Terrier group. A dog that enjoys venturing outside, and one of the gentler terrier breeds - these dogs are often sensitive ...[More]
SPINONE ITALIANO
•GROUP: Sporting
•HEIGHT: 22 to 28 in • WEIGHT: 65 to 85 lb • LIFESPAN: 12-14 Years
The Spinone Italiano is a gentle, loving and courageous breed that always aims to please, and get along great with other pets and people. A popular breed within Italy (as its name would suggest) ...[More]
ST. BERNARD
•GROUP: Working
•HEIGHT: 25 to 27 in • WEIGHT: 105 to 195 lb • LIFESPAN: 8-10 Years
The Saint Bernard is a affectionate and gentle breed, a highly rated member of the Working group, and a dog that is devoted to its family members and always aims to please ...[More]
STAFFORDSHIRE BULL TERRIER
•GROUP: Terrier
•HEIGHT: 14 to 15 in • WEIGHT: 25 to 45 lb • LIFESPAN: 12-14 Years
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a fun-loving breed, amiable, often easy to train and a playful member of the Terrier group. A breed that might appear tough, but thrives on attention, love and affection from its owner ...[More]
STANDARD SCHNAUZER
•GROUP: Working
•HEIGHT: 16 to 22 in • WEIGHT: 28 to 42 lb • LIFESPAN: 12-14 Years
The Standard Schnauzer is a dependable, intelligent and extremely bold member of the Working group. These dogs make a perfect watchdog for a family, as well being a great pet for those with an active lifestyle ...[More]
SUSSEX SPANIEL
•GROUP: Sporting
•HEIGHT: 12 to 16 in • WEIGHT: 40 to 45 lb • LIFESPAN: 11-13 Years
The Sussex Spaniel is a member of the spaniel family, in need of ample affection, and often a very easy and outgoing dog breed. At times laid back and aloof, although always willing to go bird ...[More]
WORK IN PROGRESS - Dog Breed Profiles to follow include: Saluki - Sarplaninac - Schapendoes - Schnoodle - Scottish Terrier - Segugio Italiano - Shih-poo - Shikoku - Shiloh Shepherd Dog - Siberian Husky - Silky Terrier - Sloughi - Small Munsterlander - South Africian Boerboel - South Russian Ovcharka - Spanish Water Dog - Stabyhoun - Swedish Lapphund - Swedish Vallhund
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