What was the Dachshund's intended use?

Dachshunds' short legs and narrow bodies allow them to stay low to the ground to track scents and be able to squeeze through badger holes and other small burrows

What were Portuguese water dogs bred to do?

These dogs were trained to herd fish into nets, retrieve supplies and overboard sailors, and swim messages from ships to shore!

What were Rhodesian Ridgebacks bred to do?

Rhodesian Ridgebacks, originally from Rhodesia (modern day Zimbabwe) were trained to help humans hunt lions by chasing and tiring them out in packs!

What were Shih Tzus bred for originally?

These pups were bred to bark when people or animals approached the temples and quickly became a companion breed

What were Yorkshire Terriers bred for?

Yorkies were used to catch mice and rats in the Yorkshire mills!

What were Xoloitzcuintlis (Mexican Hairless Dogs) originally bred to do?

Named after the god Xolotl, these dogs date back to the Aztec empire and were often gifted to other tribes diplomatically. They were believed to help guide souls to the afterlife