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• Portuguese Podengo Pequeno

  Pequenos are the smallest of the three Portuguese Podengos. They love to run and play and appear to enjoy being silly.

• Portuguese Water Dog

  Portuguese Water Dogs are intelligent and used to deciding for themselves if something is not right. The positive aspect of this behavior is that they are wonderful companions, take good care of the children in their families, and feel at home in the city, the country, or at the beach.

• Pug

  The Pug is a companion breed developed for close contact with people. These dogs are affectionate, playful, and usually social with children and other pets. Their short muzzle, prominent eyes, and skin folds strongly influence their daily care and health needs.

• Puli

  A barking mop on springs, the Puli is a perky and personable dog that gets lots of second looks for his Rastafarian locks.

• Pyrenean Shepherd

  A herder through and through, the Pyr Shep is an energetic dog that needs a job. They become very attached to their owners, with a keen sense of their mood.

• Rat Terrier

  Observant, devoted, and lively, Ratties make great companions and family dogs. They love to play, but they want to be with you, so they suit families who want a friend and playmate.

• Redbone Coonhound

  While hunting is still his first love, the Redbone Coonhound is a laid back hound generally content to lounge around the house and yard.

• Rhodesian Ridgeback

  Despite the fact that early breeders developed the dog as a formidable hunter and defender of property, Rhodesian lovers stay with the breed because he is also a fine companion animal, intelligent, playful and affectionate.

• Rottweiler

  Rottweilers are large working dogs known for strength, confidence, and strong protective instincts. This powerful breed was originally developed for herding and guarding. Rottweilers form strong bonds with their families. With proper training and socialization, they can be calm and dependable companions.

• Russell Terrier

  Russell Terriers are small, high-energy dogs known for intelligence, strong prey drive, and relentless activity. They are a working terrier breed originally developed for hunting. These dogs are lively, loyal, and affectionate family members, but require daily structure to manage their energy and activity requirements.