Big Dogs: The large dog breeds are always amongst the most popular dogs in the world, used as watch dogs, guard dogs and family pets. Despite the somewhat intimidating appearance of large dogs, many often make really good family pets because of their easy going, loyal and amiable personality traits and temperaments. Many big dogs are especially tolerant and protective of children. Many are eager to please and inquisitive which make them highly trainable. Large dog breeds require a substantial diet and regular, brisk exercise routines. The coats of many of the large dog breeds also have the tendency to shed more than small dog breeds. That said, choosing a large dog will bring untold pleasure and joy to their owners and quickly become established as an important member of the family. Big Dogs - Afghan Hound: The large sized, regal, independent, cool Afghan Hound belongs to the Hound Dog Group (AKC:1926) and used as a Hunting Dog. Big Dogs - Akbash: The large sized, independent, faithful, courageous Akbash belongs to the Working Dogs Group and used as a Watchdog, Herder and Guard Dog. Big Dogs - Akita: The large sized, responsive, alert, courageous Akita belongs to the Working Dogs Group and used as a Hunting dog. Big Dogs - Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog: The large sized, faithful, dependable, responsive Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog belongs to the Rare Dog Breed and used as a Watchdog and Catch dog. Big Dogs - Alaskan Husky: The large sized, loving, friendly, sweet-tempered Alaskan Husky belongs to the Hybrid / Mix (Siberian Husky / Alaskan Malamute) and used as a Sled Pulling Dog. Big Dogs - Alaskan Malamute: The large sized, faithful, playful, devoted Alaskan Malamute belongs to the Working Dogs Group (AKC:1935) and used as a Watchdog and Hunting Dog. Big Dogs - Alsatian: The medium to large-sized, courageous, watchful, clever Alsatian belongs to the Herding Dog Group (AKC:1908) and used as a Watchdog and Farm Dog. Big Dogs - American Mastiff: The large / giant sized, protective, calm, loving American Mastiff belongs to the Hybrid / Mix (English Mastiff / Anatolian Mastiff) and used as a Watchdog and Companion. Big Dogs - Anatolian Shepherd Dog: The large sized, proud, independent, bold Anatolian Shepherd belongs to the Working Dogs Group (AKC:1996) and used as a Watchdog and Farm Dog. Big Dogs - Azawakh: The large sized, cool, fierce, attentive Azawakh belongs to the Hound Dog Group and used as a Watchdog and Hunting Dog. Big Dogs - Bandog: The medium to large-sized, trustworthy, even tempered, spirited Bandog belongs to the Working Dogs Group and used as a Hunter. Big Dogs - Beauceron: The medium to large-sized, calm, protective, loving Beauceron belongs to the Herding Dog Group and used as a Watchdog, Hunting & Herding Dog. Big Dogs - Belgian Laekenois: The large sized, protective, lively, alert Belgian Laekenois belongs to the Herding Dog Group and used as a Watchdog and Farm Dog. Big Dogs - Belgian Malinois: The medium to large sized, hard-working, loving, protective Belgian Malinois belongs to the Herding Dog Group (AKC:1959) and used as a Watchdog and Farm Dog. Big Dogs - Belgian Shepherd Dog: The large sized, hard-working, affable, protective Belgian Shepherd Dog belongs to the Herding Dog Group (AKC:1912) and used as a Watchdog and Farm Dog. Big Dogs - Bergamasco: The large sized, calm, stable, alert, big Bergamasco belongs to the Herding Dog Group and used as a Watchdog and Farm Dog. Big Dogs - Berger Picard: The large sized, lively, assertive, clever Berger Picard belongs to the Herding Dog Group and used as a Watchdog and Farm Dog. Big Dogs - Bernese Mountain Dog: The large sized, faithful, loving, clever, big Bernese Mountain Dog belongs to the Working Dogs Group (AKC:1937) and used as a Watchdog, Herding and droving dog. Big Dogs - Black and Tan Coonhound: The large sized, sweet-tempered, easygoing, adaptable, big Black and Tan Coonhound belongs to the Hound Dog Group and used as a Hunter. Big Dogs - Black Russian Terrier: The large to giant sized, energetic, self-assured, courageous Black Russian Terrier belongs to the Working Dogs Group (AKC:2004) and used as a Watchdog, Fighter and Military Dog. Big Dogs - Bloodhound: The large sized, headstrong, even tempered, independent Bloodhound belongs to the Hound Dog Group (AKC:1885) and used as a Hunting Dog. Big Dogs - Bluetick Coonhound: The large sized, active, clever, loving Bluetick Coonhound belongs to the Hound Dog Group and used as a Watchdog and Hunting Dog. Big Dogs - Boerboel: The large sized, dominant, responsive, self-assured Boerboel belongs to the Working Dogs Group and used as a Watchdog and Herding Dog. Big Dogs - Borzoi: The large to giant sized, respectful, independent, sweet-tempered, big Borzoi belongs to the Hound Dog Group (AKC:1891) and used as a Hunter. Big Dogs - Bouvier Des Flandres: The large sized, faithful, sweet-tempered, protective Bouvier Des Flandres belongs to the Herding Dog Group and used as a Watchdog and Farm Dog. Big Dogs - Briard: The big sized, faithful, responsive, protective Briard belongs to the Herding Dog Group (AKC:1906) and used as a Watchdog and Farm Dog. Big Dogs - Bullmastiff: The big sized, protective, courageous, reliable, big Bullmastiff belongs to the Working Dogs Group (AKC:1934) and used as a Watchdog and Hunter. Big Dogs - Canary Dog: The large sized, dominant, strong willed, alert Presa Canario (Canary Dog) belongs to the Working Dogs Group and used as a Watchdog and Fighting Dog. Big Dogs - Cane Corso: The large sized, calm, even tempered, reserved, big Cane Corso belongs to the Working Dog Group and used as a Watchdog, Hunting Dog and Retriever. Big Dogs - Caucasian She[pherd aka Caucasian Ovcharka: The large sized, alert, strong, big Caucasian Shepherd Dog, aka the Caucasian Ovcharka belongs to the Working Dogs Group and used as a Watchdog and Farm Dog. Big Dogs - Catahoula Leopard Dog: The large sized, energetic, sweet-tempered, inquisitive Catahoula Leopard Dog belongs to the Herding Dog Group and used as a Watchdog, Herding and hunting dog. Big Dogs - Chesapeake Bay Retriever: The big sized, loving, protective, dominant Chesapeake Bay Retriever belongs to the Sporting Dog Group (AKC:1884) and used as a Watchdog and Water retriever dog. Big Dogs - Clumber Spaniel: The large sized, sweet-tempered, regal, faithful Clumber Spaniel belongs to the Sporting Dog Group (AKC:1884 and used as a Bird Flusher and retrieving dog. Big Dogs - Curly Coated Retriever: The large sized, lively, sensitive, independent Curly Coated Retriever belongs to the Herding Dog Group (AKC:1895) and used as a Watchdog and Farm Dog. Big Dogs - Czechoslovakian Wolfdog: The large sized, lively, courageous, suspicious Czechoslovakian Wolfdog belongs to the Hybrid / Mix group (German Shepherd Dog / Carpathian Wolf) and used as a Watchdog and Herding dog. Big Dogs - Dalmatian: The large sized, energetic, outgoing, sensitive Dalmatian belongs to the Non Sporting Dog Group (AKC:1888) and used as a Herder and and retrieving dog. Big Dogs - Dogo Argentino: The large sized, energetic, powerful, headstrong, big Dogo Argentino belongs to the Working Dogs Group and used as a Watchdog and Hunting dog. Big Dogs - Dogue De Bordeaux: The large sized, vigilant, courageous, faithful, big Dogue De Bordeaux belongs to the Working Dogs Group (AKC:2008) and used as a Watchdog, Fighter and Hunting Dog. Big Dogs - Double Doodle: The large sized, good natured, clever, faithful Double Doodle belongs to the Hybrid / Mix group (Golden Retriever or Labrador Retriever / Poodle) and used as a Watchdog, Companion and Pet dog. Big Dogs - English Foxhound: The large sized, sociable, tolerant, sweet-tempered English Foxhound belongs to the Hound Dog Group (AKC:1909) and used as a Hunting Dog. Big Dogs - English Mastiff: The giant sized, loving, courageous, faithful, big English Mastiff belongs to the Working Dogs Group (AKC:1885) and was used as a Watchdog, Hunting Dog and Fighter. Big Dogs - English Setter: The large sized, strong willed, sociable, sweet-tempered English Setter belongs to the Sporting Dog Group (AKC:1884) and used as a Bird setter and retrieving dog. Big Dogs - Fila Brasileiro: The large sized, responsive, faithful, determined Fila Brasileiro belongs to the Non-Sporting Dog Group and used as a Watchdog. Big Dogs - Flat Coated Retriever: The medium to big sized, outgoing, devoted, self-assured Flat Coated Retriever belongs to the Sporting Dog Group (AKC:1909) and used as a Watchdog and Water retriever dog. Big Dogs - Gerberian Shepsky: The large sized, faithful, social, alert Gerberian Shepsky belongs to the Hybrid / Mix group (Siberian Husky / German Shepherd) and used as a Watchdog and Companion. Big Dogs - German Shepherd: The large sized, self-assured, curious, faithful German Shepherd belongs to the Herding Dog Group (AKC:1908) and used as a Watchdog and Farm Dog. Big Dogs - Giant Schnauzer: The big sized, dominant, clever, faithful, big Giant Schnauzer belongs to the Working Dogs Group (AKC:1930) and used as a Watchdog and Herder. Big Dogs - Goldendoodle: The toy to large sized, active, loving, faithful Goldendoodle belongs to the Hybrid / Mix group (Golden Retriever / Poodle) and used as a Watchdog, Companion and Pet dog. Big Dogs - Gordon Setter: The large sized, eager, faithful, fearless, big Gordon Setter belongs to the Sporting Dog Group (AKC:1884) and used as a Watchdog and Gun Dog. Big Dogs - Great Dane: The giant sized, self-assured, devoted, loving Great Dane belongs to the Working Dogs Group (AKC:1887) and used as a Watchdog and Hunting Dog. Big Dogs - Great Pyrenees: The giant sized, fearless, patient, loving Great Pyrenees belongs to the Working Dogs Group (AKC:1933) and used as a Watchdog and Herding dog. Big Dogs - Greater Swiss Mountain Dog: The large sized, good-natured, protective, fearless, big Greater Swiss Mountain Dog belongs to the Working Dogs Group (AKC:1995) and used as a Watchdog and Herding dog. Big Dogs - Greyhound Dog: The large sized, loving, even tempered, clever Greyhound Dog belongs to the Hound Dog Group (AKC:1885) and used as a Hunting Dog. Big Dogs - Hovawart: The medium to big sized, devoted, even tempered, active Hovawart belongs to the Working Dogs Group and used as a Herding and Watchdog. Big Dogs - Ibizan Hound: The large sized, active, engaging, headstrong, big Ibizan Hound belongs to the Hound Dog Group (AKC:1978) and used as a Hunting Dog. Big Dogs - Irish Setter: The large sized, energetic, loving, independent Irish Setter belongs to the Sporting Dog Group (AKC:1884) and used as a Gun Dog. Big Dogs - Irish Wolfhound: The giant sized, faithful, regal, patient Irish Wolfhound belongs to the Hound Dog Group (AKC:1897) and used as a Hunting Dog. Big Dogs - Kangal Dog: The large sized, alert, protective, territorial Kangal Dog belongs to the Working Dogs Group and used as a Farm Watchdog. Big Dogs - Komondor: The big sized, calm, affectionate, fearless Komondor belongs to the Working Dogs Group (AKC:1937) and used as a Herding and Watchdog. Big Dogs - Kuvasz: The giant sized, protective, independent, patient Kuvasz belongs to the Working Dogs Group (AKC:1931) and used as a Watchdog, Hunting dog. Big Dogs - Leonberger: The giant sized, adaptable, fearless, loyal, big Leonberger belongs to the Working Dogs Group (AKC:2010) and used as a Watchdog and Herding dog. Big Dogs - Lurcher: The large sized, quiet, tenacious, affectionate Lurcher belongs to the Hybrid / Mix group (Greyhound / Terrier) and used as a Watchdog and Hunting Dog. Big Dogs - Maremma Sheepdog: The big sized, active, determined, courageous Maremma Sheepdog belongs to the Herding (Rare Dog Breed) and used as a Watchdog and Herding dog. Big Dogs - Neapolitan Mastiff: The large to giant sized, fearless, dominant, protective Neapolitan Mastiff belongs to the Working Dogs Group (AKC:2004) and used as a Watchdog, Fighter and Hunting Dog. Big Dogs - Newfoundland Dog: The large to giant sized, courageous, loyal, sociable Newfoundland Dog belongs to the Working Dogs Group (AKC:1886) and used as a Watchdog, Hunting & Herding Dog. Big Dogs - Newfypoo: The large sized, clever, loyal, calm Newfypoo belongs to the Hybrid / Mix group (Poodle / Newfoundland) and used as a Watchdog, Companion and Pet dog. Big Dogs - Northern Inuit Dog: The big sized, stubborn, friendly, loyal, big Northern Inuit Dog belongs to the Hybrid / Mix group (Canadian Eskimo Dog / Labrador Husky) and used as a Watchdog and Companion. Big Dogs - Old English Sheepdog: The large sized, playful, adaptable, sociable Old English Sheepdog belongs to the Herding Dog Group (AKC:1888) and used as a Watchdog and Farm Dog. Big Dogs - Otterhound: The large sized, even tempered, boisterous, amiable Otterhound belongs to the Hound Dog Group (AKC:1909) and used as a Hunting Dog. Big Dogs - Rhodesian Ridgeback: The large sized, faithful, regal, sensitive Rhodesian Ridgeback belongs to the Hound Dog Group (AKC:1955) and used as a Hunting Dog. Big Dogs - Rottweiler: The medium to big sized, fearless, protective, alert Rottweiler belongs to the Working Dogs Group (AKC:1931) and used as a Watchdog, Herder and Military Dog. Big Dogs - Russian Bear Dog: The large sized, alert, strong, dominant, big Russian Bear Dog belongs to the Working Dogs Group and used as a Watchdog and Farm Dog. Big Dogs - Saluki: The big sized, faithful, cool, clever Saluki belongs to the Hound Dog Group (AKC:1929) and used as a Hunting Dog. Big Dogs - Scottish Deerhound: The giant sized, sweet-tempered, regal, docile, big Scottish Deerhound belongs to the Hound Dog Group (AKC:1886 and used as a Hunting Dog. Big Dogs - Shikoku: The medium to big sized, nimble, cautious, faithful Shikoku belongs to the Working Dogs Group (Rare breed) and used as a Hunting Dog. Big Dogs - St Bernard: The giant sized, independent, sweet-tempered, out-going St Bernard belongs to the Working Dogs Group (AKC:1885) and used as a Working Dogs Group (AKC:1885). Big Dogs - St Berdoodle: The big sized, skillful, loving, faithful St Berdoodle belongs to the Hybrid / Mix group (Saint Bernard / Poodle) and used as a Watchdog, Companion and Pet dog. Big Dogs - Tibetan Mastiff: The big sized, cool, strong willed, protective Tibetan Mastiff belongs to the Working Dogs Group (AKC:2007) and was used as a Watchdog, Fighter and Hunting Dog. Big Dogs - Tosa Inu: The large sized, suspicious, courageous, sensitive Tosa Inu belongs to the Working Dogs Group (Rare breed) and was originally used as a Watchdog and Fighting dog. Big Dogs - Treeing Walker Coonhound: The large sized, loving, self-assured, clever Treeing Walker Coonhound belongs to the Hound Dog Group and used as a Hunting dog (scenthound). Big Dogs - Utonagan: The big sized, sociable, calm, alert Utonagan belongs to the Hybrid / Mix group (Siberian Husky / German Shepherd / Alaskan Malamute) and used as a Companion and Pet dog. Big Dogs - Weimaraner: The medium to big sized, energetic, alert, sociable Weimaraner belongs to the Sporting Dog Group (AKC:1960) and used as a Gun Dog. Big Dogs - Wirehaired Vizsla: The big sized, sweet-tempered, exuberant, faithful Wirehaired Vizsla belongs to the Sporting Dog Group (AKC:1914) and used as a Gun dog (Pointer and Retriever). | 