How many breeds of dogs there are isn't straightforward, so let’s put it this way: It’ll be a while before you run out of dogs to adore.

Whether pedigree or mixed breed, some dogs can look very similar – so let’s take a look at some examples of dog breed ...

There are over 340 dog breeds known throughout the world, but as of 2022, the AKC officially recognized only around 200. (Of that number, these are America’s most popular dogs.) ...

Because many breeds descend from just a few individuals, they lack genetic diversity, which predisposes them to a host of diseases that mixed breeds escape. In some cases, those diseases directly ...