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# Breed AKC group Size Weight Lifespan
62 AkitaThe Akita is a large, dignified spitz-type dog from Japan, loyal and strong-willed, with a thick coat and a reserved, guardian nature. Working Group Large 70 to 130 lb 10 to 13 years
81 Alaskan MalamuteThe Alaskan Malamute is a big, strong Arctic sled dog built for hauling heavy loads, with a thick coat, a friendly face and an independent mind. Working Group Large 75 to 85 lb 10 to 14 years
188 American FoxhoundThe American Foxhound is a tall, rangy, long-legged hound descended from English hounds, bred to trail fox by scent, and the state dog of Virginia. Hound Group Large 65 to 70 lb 11 to 13 years
88 Anatolian Shepherd DogThe Anatolian Shepherd Dog is a large, rugged livestock guardian from Turkey, independent and protective, bred to defend flocks across open country. Working Group Large 80 to 150 lb 11 to 13 years
102 BeauceronThe Beauceron is a large, athletic French herding and guarding dog with a rugged black-and-tan coat, double dewclaws and a confident, serious character. Herding Group Large 70 to 110 lb 10 to 12 years
183 Bergamasco SheepdogThe Bergamasco Sheepdog is an Italian Alpine herding dog whose coat forms thick, felted flocks, known for a calm, patient and devoted nature. Herding Group Large 57 to 70 lb 13 to 15 years
20 Bernese Mountain DogThe Bernese Mountain Dog is a large, tricolor Swiss farm dog known for a gentle, affectionate nature and a thick coat, with a short lifespan. Working Group Large 70 to 115 lb 7 to 10 years
154 Black Russian TerrierThe Black Russian Terrier is a large, black, shaggy-coated guardian developed in the Soviet Union, intelligent and loyal but demanding of owners and groomers. Working Group Large 80 to 130 lb 10 to 12 years
137 Black and Tan CoonhoundThe Black and Tan Coonhound is a large American scent hound with rich tan markings, bred to trail raccoons, and a mild-mannered but loud companion. Hound Group Large 65 to 110 lb 10 to 12 years
59 BloodhoundThe Bloodhound is a large, wrinkled scent hound from Europe, famous for the most sensitive nose of any breed and used to trace missing people. Hound Group Large 80 to 110 lb 7 to 10 years
132 Bluetick CoonhoundThe Bluetick Coonhound is a mottled blue-and-black American scent hound, bred to track raccoons by night, with a deep voice and a great deal of stamina. Hound Group Large 45 to 80 lb 11 to 12 years
112 BoerboelThe Boerboel is a massive South African mastiff-type farm guardian, strong, confident and protective, that needs knowledgeable owners and room. Working Group Large 110 to 200 lb 10 to 12 years
99 BorzoiThe Borzoi is a tall, silky-coated sighthound from Russia, bred to course wolves, and a quiet, reserved and elegant house dog. Hound Group Large 60 to 105 lb 9 to 12 years
100 Bouvier des FlandresThe Bouvier des Flandres is a large, rugged herding and guarding dog from Belgium and France with a shaggy weatherproof coat and a calm, serious manner. Herding Group Large 70 to 110 lb 10 to 12 years
136 Bracco ItalianoThe Bracco Italiano is a large, solid Italian pointer with long drooping ears and a trotting gait, valued as a steady hunting dog and a calm companion. Sporting Group Large 55 to 90 lb 10 to 14 years
172 BriardThe Briard is a large French herding and guarding dog with a long, goat-like coat, double hind dewclaws and a loyal, protective nature. Herding Group Large 55 to 100 lb 10 to 12 years
78 BullmastiffThe Bullmastiff is a large, short-coated English guardian, developed to deter poachers, now a calm and loyal companion with a firm but affectionate nature. Working Group Large 100 to 130 lb 7 to 9 years
11 Cane CorsoThe Cane Corso is an Italian mastiff-type guardian with a muscular build and an alert, serious manner, suited to experienced owners. Working Group Large 90 to 120 lb 9 to 12 years
56 Chesapeake Bay RetrieverThe Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a tough, independent American retriever with an oily, wavy coat, bred to work in icy water all day. Sporting Group Large 55 to 80 lb 10 to 13 years
198 ChinookThe Chinook is a rare, tawny sled dog from New Hampshire, gentle, calm and willing, bred to combine the power of a freight dog with the speed of a racer. Working Group Large 55 to 90 lb 12 to 15 years
133 Clumber SpanielThe Clumber Spaniel is the largest spaniel, a heavy, white, slow-moving dog with a mild, dignified temperament, bred to hunt steadily through thick cover. Sporting Group Large 55 to 85 lb 10 to 12 years
39 CollieA graceful, gentle herding dog from Scotland, famous for its flowing coat and loyal nature, in both rough-coated and smooth-coated varieties. Herding Group Large 50 to 75 lb 12 to 14 years
168 Curly-Coated RetrieverThe Curly-Coated Retriever is a tall, black or liver retriever with a tight, crisp curled coat, an independent mind and good stamina in cold water. Sporting Group Large 60 to 95 lb 9 to 14 years
15 Doberman PinscherThe Doberman Pinscher is a sleek, fast German guard and working dog valued for intelligence, loyalty and a strong bond with its family. Working Group Large 60 to 100 lb 10 to 12 years
101 Dogo ArgentinoThe Dogo Argentino is a powerful white Argentine big-game hunting dog, athletic and brave, needing experienced handling and firm socialization. Working Group Large 80 to 100 lb 10 to 15 years
95 Dogue de BordeauxThe Dogue de Bordeaux is a massive French mastiff with a wrinkled face, a short red coat and a loyal, calm nature that comes with heavy drool. Working Group Large 99 to 140 lb 5 to 8 years
187 English FoxhoundThe English Foxhound is a large, strong pack hound from England, bred for generations to hunt fox with stamina and voice, and a sociable, demanding dog. Hound Group Large 60 to 75 lb 10 to 13 years
89 English SetterThe English Setter is a gentle, elegant bird dog with a flecked white coat, bred to range and point game birds and valued as a mellow family companion. Sporting Group Large 45 to 80 lb 10 to 12 years
98 Flat-Coated RetrieverThe Flat-Coated Retriever is a cheerful, black or liver retriever with a sleek, feathered coat, known for lifelong puppy-like enthusiasm. Sporting Group Large 60 to 70 lb 8 to 10 years
4 German Shepherd DogA large, athletic herding breed from Germany, widely used in police, military and service work and kept as a loyal, trainable family guardian. Herding Group Large 50 to 90 lb 9 to 13 years
52 Giant SchnauzerThe Giant Schnauzer is a powerful, bearded German working dog, strong and intelligent, that needs firm leadership, exercise and regular grooming. Working Group Large 55 to 85 lb 12 to 15 years
3 Golden RetrieverThe Golden Retriever is a friendly, feathered gun dog from Scotland, known as a patient family companion, a bird retriever and a frequent service dog. Sporting Group Large 55 to 75 lb 10 to 12 years
104 Gordon SetterThe Gordon Setter is the heaviest setter, a black and tan Scottish bird dog with a loyal, serious nature and good stamina for long days afield. Sporting Group Large 45 to 80 lb 10 to 12 years
22 Great DaneThe Great Dane is one of the tallest dog breeds, a gentle and dignified German giant with a short coat and a relatively short life. Working Group Large 110 to 175 lb 7 to 10 years
66 Great PyreneesThe Great Pyrenees is a large white livestock guardian from the Pyrenees mountains, gentle with its charges, independent in thought and a night-time barker. Working Group Large 85 to 115 lb 10 to 12 years
71 Greater Swiss Mountain DogThe Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a strong, tricolor Swiss draft and farm dog, short-coated, willing and sociable, and larger than the Bernese. Working Group Large 85 to 140 lb 10 to 12 years
151 GreyhoundThe Greyhound is the fastest dog breed, a tall, lean sighthound from Britain bred to chase game and race, and a quiet, gentle house dog. Hound Group Large 60 to 70 lb 10 to 14 years
162 Irish Red and White SetterThe Irish Red and White Setter is a rarer, sturdier cousin of the Irish Setter, with a white coat marked in red, bred to find game birds. Sporting Group Large 50 to 75 lb 11 to 15 years
73 Irish SetterThe Irish Setter is a tall, mahogany-red gun dog with a silky coat, bred to find game birds and known for a rollicking, affectionate temperament. Sporting Group Large 60 to 70 lb 12 to 15 years
75 Irish WolfhoundThe Irish Wolfhound is among the tallest dog breeds, a rough-coated sighthound from Ireland with a gentle manner and a short lifespan. Hound Group Large 105 to 120 lb 6 to 8 years
185 KomondorThe Komondor is a large Hungarian flock guardian with a heavy white corded coat, calm and devoted at home, fearless against threats and demanding to groom. Working Group Large 80 to 100 lb 10 to 12 years
179 KuvaszThe Kuvasz is a large white Hungarian livestock and property guardian, devoted to its family, wary of strangers and independent in judgment. Working Group Large 70 to 115 lb 9 to 12 years
2 Labrador RetrieverThe Labrador Retriever is a sturdy, water-loving gun dog with an easygoing nature, widely kept as a family pet and a working guide and service dog. Sporting Group Large 55 to 80 lb 10 to 12 years
96 LeonbergerThe Leonberger is a giant, lion-maned German family dog with a water-resistant coat, a gentle disposition and a taste for company and swimming. Working Group Large 110 to 170 lb 7 to 9 years
40 MastiffThe Mastiff is one of the heaviest dog breeds, a massive but gentle English guardian with a calm manner and a short, easy coat. Working Group Large 120 to 230 lb 6 to 10 years
119 Neapolitan MastiffThe Neapolitan Mastiff is a giant, wrinkled Italian guardian with loose skin and heavy drool, calm at home and deeply watchful of its household. Working Group Large 110 to 150 lb 7 to 9 years
46 NewfoundlandThe Newfoundland is a giant, water-loving working dog from Canada, famous for its sweet temperament, webbed feet and lifesaving swimming ability. Working Group Large 100 to 150 lb 9 to 10 years
87 Old English SheepdogA big, shaggy, cheerful herding dog from England with a profuse grey and white coat, bred to drive livestock and now valued as a clownish family companion. Herding Group Large 60 to 100 lb 10 to 12 years
189 OtterhoundThe Otterhound is a large, shaggy, webbed-footed scent hound from England, bred to hunt otters in water, and a rare, goofy and boisterous family dog. Hound Group Large 80 to 115 lb 10 to 12 years
41 Rhodesian RidgebackThe Rhodesian Ridgeback is a strong, athletic hound from southern Africa, recognized by the ridge of reversed hair along its back and bred to hold lions at bay. Hound Group Large 70 to 85 lb 10 to 12 years
8 RottweilerThe Rottweiler is a powerful German guardian and herding breed, black with rust markings, known for loyalty, confidence and a serious working nature. Working Group Large 80 to 135 lb 9 to 10 years
63 Saint BernardThe Saint Bernard is a giant Swiss Alpine dog, calm and good-natured, famed for mountain rescue work and for a heavy build that drools and sheds. Working Group Large 120 to 180 lb 8 to 10 years
156 Scottish DeerhoundThe Scottish Deerhound is a large, rough-coated sighthound from Scotland, bred to course red deer, and a gentle, dignified companion with a short lifespan. Hound Group Large 75 to 110 lb 8 to 11 years
113 Spinone ItalianoThe Spinone Italiano is a large, shaggy Italian pointing and retrieving dog with a gentle, patient nature and a distinctive wiry, bearded look. Sporting Group Large 60 to 85 lb 10 to 12 years
142 Tibetan MastiffThe Tibetan Mastiff is a large, thickly coated guardian from the Himalayan region, aloof with strangers, independent and at its most active at night. Working Group Large 70 to 150 lb 10 to 14 years
54 WeimaranerThe Weimaraner is a sleek, silver-gray German hunting dog with great stamina, a strong prey drive and an intense attachment to its owner. Sporting Group Large 55 to 90 lb 10 to 13 years

Ranked by the American Kennel Club's 2025 registration popularity. The three breeds it recognized in January 2026 follow. Weights are typical adult ranges; sizes are this site's classes: small under 25 lb, medium 25 to 60 lb, large over 60 lb.