Dog Breeds Word Search

Words in the Dog Breeds word search

Every word used across the three levels, with a quick note on what it means.

poodle

Curly-coated breed that comes in standard, miniature and toy sizes.

beagle

Small scent hound with long ears and a loud bay.

bulldog

Stocky breed with a wrinkled face and short muzzle.

boxer

Strong playful breed that stays puppyish for several years.

husky

Sled dog from Siberia with a thick double coat.

pug

Small companion dog with a curled tail and flat face.

collie

Herding breed from Britain, quick to learn new commands.

labrador

Friendly retriever breed often trained as a guide dog.

dalmatian

White dog whose black or liver spots appear after birth.

chihuahua

One of the smallest dog breeds, first named in Mexico.

terrier

Group of bold breeds first used to hunt vermin.

greyhound

Slim sighthound and the fastest breed over short distances.

retriever

Breed group bred to fetch shot birds gently for hunters.

dachshund

Long-bodied German breed once used to hunt badgers underground.

rottweiler

Large guarding breed with black and tan coat markings.

spaniel

Floppy-eared group that includes cocker and springer spaniels.

mastiff

Very heavy ancient guarding breed with a broad head.

malamute

Powerful Alaskan sled dog bred for hauling heavy loads.

samoyed

White Siberian breed with a permanently upturned mouth line.

whippet

Small sighthound that sprints hard, then naps for hours.

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