The Telomian is a rare dog breed developed by the Orang Asli people of Malaysia with unique characteristics, but difficult to integrate into families due to their less domesticated nature.
The Lundehund is a unique dog breed bred to hunt puffins, with distinctive six-toed feet and dental structure, and nearly went extinct due to changes in puffin hunting techniques in the early 20th century.
The Lagotto Romagnolo is a rare water dog breed with a history of retrieving waterfowl, later transitioning to truffle hunting, and popular in Renaissance art.
The otterhound nearly went extinct due to hunting ban and competition with otters for fish, but its population has slowly increased in recent years.
The versatile Mudi dog breed, with a lineage dating back to the 19th century, is known for its alertness, courage, and loyalty and can be trained as an all-purpose helper, making it a great family pet.
The New Guinea singing dog, known for its beautiful howls and lack of domestication, was believed to exist only in captivity until a 2016 expedition discovered a wild population in remote highland areas.
The Azawakh, a rare sighthound breed originating in West Africa 8,000 years ago, distinguishes itself with its fine coat and fierce loyalty to its human companions, but wasn't recognized by the AKC until 2018.
The Biewer Terrier, a breed recognized by the AKC in 2019, was discovered in a Yorkie litter in 1984 and is now considered a unique breed despite its similarity in appearance and behavior to the Yorkshire terrier.
The Biewer Terrier, a breed recognized by the AKC in 2019, was discovered in a Yorkie litter in 1984 and is now considered a unique breed despite its similarity in appearance and behavior to the Yorkshire terrier.