The 10 Most Unique Dog Breeds

1

Hungarian Puli Dog

These dogs look like miniature versions of Komondors since they too have long fur that locks and resembles human 'locs. Hungarian herding dogs. Fur protects them from the weather. It's also why they're loving, social, and trainable.

2

Saluki

Salukis are sighthounds like the Arabian Hound, Gazelle Hound, and Persian Greyhound. They resemble Greyhounds and are closely related to the Afghan Hound in the U.S., however they are mostly bred in the Middle East.

3

Peruvian Inca Orchid

Peruvian sighthounds are smart and loving. The Inca loves families and doesn't shed much!" The Peruvian Inca Orchid only has a mohawk-like crest of fur on its head.

4

Xoloitzcuintle

Mexican Xoloitzcuintles are also hairless. Mayan and Toltec ruins have this breed. The perro pelón mexicano can be born with or without fur, occasionally in the same litter.

5

Bedlington Terrier

Bedlington Terriers, named for their Eastern English hometown, are nimble, athletic, and smart sighthounds. They have unusual gray, blue, or brown fur.

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6

Schapendoes

The AKC rates this breed as "affectionate with family" and "good with other dogs." Schapendoes, or Dutch Sheep Dogs, are Dutch. "Does" means "swamp" because they're from Holland's swampy areas.

7

Kai Ken

This breed has unique traits. First, their black-and-brown coats and brindle markings make them Tiger Dogs. Kai Kens are "one of six protected breeds in Japan" and "national monuments" in Japan.

8

Pharaoh Hound

Ancient Egypt gave this slim sighthound its name. "Decorative friezes... of Egyptian temples dating back to 4400 B.C." feature the Pharaoh Hound.

9

Papillon

This breed is called "papillon" because of its enormous ears and long hair. They are smart, agile, and live 15+ years. Papillons are lively.

10

Rare Doodles

Doodles are among the most prevalent breeds. Consider how many Goldendoodles you've seen lately. However, many Poodle crossbreeds remain unknown.

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