The Chinook: a rare NH sled dog breed. Created in early 1900s, used for sledding. Official state dog of NH. Once only 28 remaining. #ChinookDog
Unique Norwegian breed named LundeHund, bred for puffin hunting. Six toes per foot, missing one tooth on each side. #LundeHund #NorwegianDog
Versatile large scent hounds, excel on land and water. Webbed feet, unique among hounds. Originally otter hunters, also ideal family companions. #ScentHounds
Azawakh: West African breed resembling Greyhound/Whippet. Lean, athletic, playful, and affectionate. #Azawakh #WestAfricanDog
Beauceron: Largest French sheep dog, little known outside France. Herding, guarding abilities. Excellent for search and rescue missions. #Beauceron #FrenchSheepDog
Bedlington Terrier: Not a lamb but a fearless dog! Shaggy white breed, protective and skilled hunters. Linked to Romany groups in 18th century Rothbury Forest. #BedlingtonTerrier
Canaan Dog: National dog of Israel. Ancient Middle Eastern breed. Excellent guardians and watchdogs. #CanaanDog #Israel
Xoloitzcuintli: Pronounced "show-low-eetz-kweent-lee." Hairless breed from Mexico and Central America. Named after Aztec deity Xolotl, god of fire and lightning. #Xoloitzcuintli
Cesky Terrier: National dog of Czech Republic. Affectionate, loyal. Less active, quieter than other terriers. #CeskyTerrier #CzechRepublic
Dandie Dinmont: Scottish terriers bred for badger and otter hunting. Named after character in Walter Scott's novel. #DandieDinmont #ScottishTerrier
Finnish Spitz: Fox-like hunting breed. Versatile for small and large game. Independent, stubborn, and "talkative." #FinnishSpitz #HuntingDog