Afghan Hounds are among the oldest dog breeds in the world. They are also beautiful, regal-looking dogs who will bowl you over with their silliness.
If you have the time and energy, you can’t go wrong with a Doberman Pinscher. They are easy to train and, as a family dog, patient and kind around children too
Medium to large in size, American Foxhounds are speedy, energetic dogs so you need to keep your wits about you when going out and about with them.
The Great Dane is one big dog. But the breed also has a big heart. Friendly, loyal and protective, this is a dog which doesn’t require a lot of exercise and is also easy to train.
Although living for between six and eight years, you’ll remember every day you spend with a Bernese Mountain Dog.
As one of the largest of all dogs, English Mastiffs pretty much define the term gentle giant. While very drooly, they are well-behaved, easy to socialise and protective.
Spot a Bullmastiff in the street and you may feel you should cross the road. They look strong and they look like they could turn aggressive.
American Bulldogs are often mistaken for pitbulls and that is sure to put some people off. But they are actually sensible pets.