Australian Cattle Dogs, also known as Red Heelers and Blue Heelers, are a unique breed of herding dogs that were developed in Australia by a 19th-century farmer from New South Wales, named Thomas Hall. The farmer crossed various dogs and managed to create a breed later called “Halls Heelers”, which became available once he passed away, and turned into the Australian Cattle Dog. These dogs have a tough and sturdy build with a large and thick head, making them quite resilient despite their compact size and just 40 to 55 pounds of weight. You can basically think of this breed as the Australian Joe Pesci.
Like many other working dogs, they have a high level of energy and are quite independent. Australian Cattle Dogs are considered one of the most intelligent dogs based on obedience and trainability levels. They need a lot of exercise to vent out their high levels of energy and can get bored and easily frustrated if not paid attention to. They are great pets for active dog owners who like to hunt or spend a lot of time outdoors, otherwise, it would probably be best to go for a more home-friendly breed.
English Setter
English Setters are a lot more popular than Irish Setters; they are both quite large, although the English setter is slightly smaller. Both are smart, easy to train, playful and loyal. Unlike the Irish Setter, which is mostly a quiet dog, English Settlers are very loud and tend to bark often. They are considered as strong-willed and mischievous dogs that are perfect for hunting, as they are suited for methodically finding the scent of their prey.
These dogs are truly British in both their posture and personality, so if you like them or not might have a lot to do with what you think of the English culture and behavior in general. Many people describe the English Setters as “Gentleman By Nature”, and they are best suited for active families that have the time and willingness to play with them and take them out often.
Jack Russell Terrier
Jack Russell Terriers became very popular in the United States after one of them starred as Milo, in Jim Carrey's 1994 superhero comedy film, "The Mask". They are also popular detectives in the "Jack Russell: Dog Detective" children's book series. These small terriers were originally English fox hunters, which is why they always seem sharp, focused, and ready to pounce.
These dogs are extremely energetic and require a lot of exercise and stimulation during the day, so they only work well with owners who don't mind spending time with them and putting them through the occasional physical challenge. They are perfect for owners who love to play games with their dogs, but careful, as they can get aggressive and ill-mannered if not raised properly. They generally have excellent health and a long lifespan that can reach up to sixteen years.
Weimaraner
The German Weimaraner is one of the most unique and easily recognizable dogs breeds. It originates from the 19th century, where it was mostly bred for hunting purposes, as these were used by royalty to hunt deer, bears, and boars. Despite having hunting dramatically declined in the past few decades, it's still the perfect dog if you're looking for a breed that is perfectly suited to assist with hunting. They are quite athletic and great swimmers, they have very unique light eyes and an almost non-existent fur which gives them a very royal appearance, as well as hardly shedding at all.
You can expect Weimaraners to reach up to 85 pounds and become quite athletic when they reach adulthood. They are energetic and have a very strong hunting instinct, which means you should keep them away from any cats, as they will chase down prey without fail. They are not independent at all and like to stay close to their owners at all times, so make sure not to leave them alone for too long or they'll begin to get separation anxiety.
Saint Bernard
Saint Bernards are one of the most interesting dog breeds you can find. These beautiful hounds are gentle giants with smart, wise, and mature characters. These hounds originally come from the border between Italy and Switzerland and are the result of breeding many generations of talented mountain dogs and rescue dogs. They are extremely well suited to almost all environments and are some of the most relaxed dogs you can possibly find.
St. Bernards are quite large and weigh anywhere from 140 to 260 pounds (and sometimes even more). They have a short and thick coat of fur and a long, low-hanging tail. St. Bernard was named after the Great St Bernard Hospice in Switzerland, where the breed was developed during the 17th century for the purposes stated above. Many of these dogs appeared in films and TV shows, mostly comedies, although their nature is anything but funny — as they're actually built for rescuing.