Dog Breeds Requiring the Most Exercise

		Brittany (Spaniel) The Brittany is an athletic and sturdily built dog of medium size. The ears are short and triangular, lying flat against the skull, which is rounded and medium length. The face is intelligent and expressive, with eyes of various shades... Read more
		German Shorthaired Pointer The German Shorthaired Pointer, with its athletic physique and smooth lines, conveys the image of a competent and well rounded hunter. The head is clean cut and well developed, with the ears sitting high and lying flat against the dog’s... Read more
		Australian Cattle Dog The Australian Cattle Dog is a medium-sized dog with a smooth, flat coat texture. Coloring is either blue or red speckle. If blue, the acceptable colors and markings are blue, black, white and tan that is distributed evenly. For red... Read more
		Belgian Malinois The Belgian Malinois is a dog of medium size that is fawn to mahogany in color with a black mask and black tipped fur. The Malinois is a short-haired dog and looks similar to the German Shepherd, but there are... Read more
		Belgian Sheepdog The Belgian Sheepdog is a muscular and sturdy medium-sized dog with a well-proportioned body. This dog sports long, straight guard hairs that are neither wiry nor silky, with a moderately harsh texture. The undercoat is thick and dense, although its... Read more
		Belgian Tervuren The Belgian Tervuren is a medium-sized dog that is strong, square and well-proportioned. The head is long without being overly so and features dark brown eyes that are slightly almond shaped. The expression is one of alertness, curiosity and intelligence.... Read more
		Australian Shepherd The Australian Shepherd, also known as the Aussie, is a well-proportioned dog that can come in a variety of colors including black, blue-merle, red and red-merle. The breed is slightly longer than it is tall, has a strong but not... Read more
		Bearded Collie The Bearded Collie is a medium-sized working dog with an air of strength and hardiness. The head is proportional to the body with a moderate stop and a flat, broad skull. The foreface is the same length as the distance... Read more
		Border Collie The Border Collie is a medium size dog renowned for its unique herding techniques. The head is well proportioned, with a muzzle that tapers slightly toward the nose. Eyes are wide set, medium in size and oval shaped – color... Read more
		German Wirehaired Pointer A tough and determined pointer of medium size, the German Wirehaired Pointer is built to hunt. The head is well proportioned, with a medium stop and a muzzle that is equal to the skull in length. Eyes are dark brown,... Read more
		Irish Setter The Irish Setter is an elegant bird dog with a large build. Rectangular in shape, it is longer than it is tall. A sturdy dog, it has style and grace and at the same time is an excellent athlete. Its... Read more
		Irish Water Spaniel The Irish Water Spaniel is easily recognized for its thick, liver-colored, curly coat and unique topknot of flowing, extended curls. Besides giving the dog a distinguished look, this coat also provides a great deal of protection in any terrain. The... Read more
		Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever The smallest of the retrievers, the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is strong, compact and agile. The head is clean and wedged shaped, with high set triangular ears atop a slightly rounded skull. The expression is intelligent and friendly, and... Read more
		Labrador Retriever The Labrador Retriever is medium sized, short-coupled and athletically built. The coat is straight, short, dense and, most notably, water resistant. The three coat colors for a Labrador Retriever are black, yellow and chocolate, with yellows having the greatest variation... Read more
		Airedale Terrier Among the largest of the terriers, the Airedale has a long flat head and a very wiry and hard coat. The head gives the animal the terrier look, with sharp keen eyes and a beard reminiscent of a Scotty. The... Read more
		Alaskan Malamute The Alaskan Malamute excels at hauling heavy loads over great distances in brutal conditions, and its construction is consistent with such use. The long body is powerful and well muscled throughout, heavy boned with a straight back and very strong... Read more
		American Foxhound Quick and agile, the American Foxhound is the product of a centuries long effort to produce the perfect fox hunting breed. The dog has a lean, strong build and is covered by a solid, tight coat that may be of... Read more
		American Water Spaniel The American Water Spaniel is a dog bred to hunt in any environment. Its medium size, muscular body and curly water-proof coat contribute to its abilities as an all-around hunting dog. The breed is dense in both muscle and bone,... Read more
		Beauceron The Beauceron is a large French herding dog that is strong, tall and noble. The long, well-chiseled head is proportionate, with the muzzle and skull being equal in length. The eyes are oval shaped and horizontal, dark brown, with an... Read more
		Black and Tan Coonhound The Black and Tan Coonhound is a medium sized, powerful hunting dog. It has a large oval head with low set ears, smooth skin over its face and round hazel to dark brown eyes. Its expression is eager, friendly and... Read more