Originally from China, Chow Chows posses a proud and wilful nature

This small breed of Terrier can make an excellent companion.

This curious, headstrong yet popular breed requires a firm, consistent owner.

A loyal and affectionate breed that needs an active owner.

This small spaniel breed is one of the most popular breeds in the UK.

This adaptable, small breed make excellent companions.

Adaptable to most living conditions this small breed likes daily walks.

Chins are low maintenance and make great family/single owner pets.

An adorable small dog with a playful personality

Cairns are compact, adaptable and enjoy family activities.

Intelligent, playful dogs, Springer Spaniels make perfect family pets.

Toy/Miniature poodles are adaptable pets who need daily exercise.

A small, cuddly dog with lots of character and appeal

The Bichon Frise is a small breed of dog, with a white, curly-haired coat.

An ideal pet for a hiker or jogger, Huskies are playful and affectionate.

Dobermanns are intelligent and make great family pets with right training.

An active breed, Fox Terriers make a good family pet.

Very much like a labrador, this breed makes an ideal family pet.

This giant breed can be the perfect family pet, with the right training.

An energetic breed, which is playful, protective and loving.

The Beagle is a medium sized dog and is member of the hound group.

This protective and trustworthy giant breed makes a great family pet.

This adaptable, small breed is a perfect family pet.

A small breed of dog with origins in fox hunting

Perfect as a family pet, this large breed is one of the best all-round dogs.

'Pom Poms' make loyal pets, forming strong attachments with owners.

A friendly, intelligent and good natured breed with a dense coat.

Border Collies are intelligent, energetic dogs perfect for active owners.

Requiring daily grooming, Papillons are affectionate and playful pets.

This family pet will pick a favourite family member for extra attention.

Named after a Mexican state, this is the world's smallest dog breed.

Also known as Alsatians, this breed make a great family pet.

This loyal and intelligent dog is the largest of the artic breeds.

A cheerful, good-natured breed which makes a great family pet.

Scotties are adaptable, if provided with daily exercise and company.

A sociable and sweet natured breed, Cocker Spaniels make ideal pets.

This popular pet is intelligent, attentive and eager to please.

Shar Peis are affectionate, good-natured and make an ideal family pet.

The largest of Japanese Spitz breed, an Akita can be very head strong.

Suited to an active owner, this Collie needs daily exercise and grooming.

A happy, alert breed who need a confident owner.

This powerful breed needs a confident owner and daily walks.