Adorable and hilarious puppies and dog pals to look at while you are supposed to be doing other things.

Very Good Puppy Dogs

Dogs

Anyone who has&nbsp;ever had a dog before has definitely caught their beloved pooch glitching in the funniest way. The only thing that makes it better is when that glitch is captured on camera forever. Here are some photos of the internet&#39;s weirdest dogs for us all to enjoy.

26 Hilarious Photos That Made Us Ask 'What's Wrong With Your Dog?'

General

Erika Valverde

Lists about all types of good boys and girls for the people who want to pet every single one of them.

Must Love Dogs

Dog Breeds

Here are the best dogs for women, as ranked by dog lovers and female dog owners. Being a dog owner is one of the most rewarding things in the world; however, not every breed of dog is perfect for every type of person. <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/dog-breeds-from-100-years-ago/nathan-gibson?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Different dog breeds</a> have very diverse personality types and therefore are more suited to dog owners with similar personalities. There are certain breeds of dogs that are far more appropriate for the caring feminine personality of a woman than a man. Some of the dogs on this list, such as the French Bulldog and terriers, are considered guard dogs, which makes them some of the best dogs for single women&nbsp;looking for both protection and warmth. Other dogs are perfect for women with active families because they are energetic and extremely friendly.

You may be asking yourself, &ldquo;What are the best dogs for women?&rdquo; With the help of this list, you can search for and rank the canines that are perfect for females of any type of personality and lifestyle. The dogs on this list are loving, happy, and overall protective of their companions. So whether you&rsquo;re looking for a dog that&rsquo;s low maintenance, or a puppy that you can give all of your affection to, surely there&rsquo;s a dog on this list that&rsquo;s made just for you. And for all the dudes out there, be sure to check out our list of the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-dogs-for-men/pet-project" target="_blank">best dogs for men</a>.

The Very Best Dog Breeds for Women

Best Dogs for Women | List of Top Dog Breeds for Girl Owners

Pet Project

Entertainment

In this modern age of television, it&#39;s easy to get overwhelmed by the number of anti-heroes, A-listers, and auteur-driven stories on our screens. Although Netflix may pump all of its money into glossy dramas that blow our minds, sometimes all our minds want is to turn off and watch something fun and simple. And what&#39;s more fun and simple in this world than TV shows about dogs?

Whether you have a dog, <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/dog-breed-for-each-zodiac-sign/natalie-jonah" target="_blank">want a dog</a>, or just like looking at dogs on television, it&#39;s undeniable that sometimes the best medicine for a rough - or &quot;ruff&quot; - day is a great show about good dogs. Dog TV shows&nbsp;are almost always like the dogs they portray; silly, cute, easy to get along with, and available in a bunch of different styles to suit your needs. From <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-current-reality-shows/ranker-tv?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">reality TV shows</a> about dogs some of<a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/list-of-dog-characters/reference" target="_blank"> the best cartoon dogs</a> on television, there&#39;s a dog show for everyone. The next time you&#39;ve had enough prestige TV and simply want to watch one of the best shows about dogs, check out this list.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Vote up the best show about dogs and see where your favorite shows about good boys rank.

The Greatest TV Shows About Dogs

TV Program

The Best Dog TV Shows & Shows About Dogs, Ranked by Fans

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Fan theories and deep thoughts about Disney films, characters, and universes.

Deconstructing Disney

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Disney movies are littered with classic, memorable animals (even litters of them, in the case of One Hundred and One Dalmations). Sometimes they are the main characters of the story, while other times <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/heartbreaking-details-disney-sidekicks/tpetersccc">they are sidekicks</a>, villains, or in some cases, pets. Loyal best friends like Flounder from The Little Mermaid (yes, we checked - Disney categorizes him as a pet) and Cri-Kee from Mulan are beloved by many, which has led to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/minor-disney-character-fan-theories/shane-fraser">some pretty wild fan theories</a>, ranging from deep metaphorical meanings to backstories that the folks at Disney Animation would be envious of.Check out this list of fan theories about Disney pets, and don't forget to vote up the examples you think seem pretty legit!

16 Surprisingly Plausible Fan Theories About Disney Movie Pets

T.J. Peters

Cats

What is it about cats and the Middle Ages?&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/cat-fairs-in-the-middle-ages/genevieve-carlton">Practical yet feared creatures,</a> cats were great for catching mice, but people also believed they carried evil around with them. And even catching mice could be seen as a cursed activity, a sure sign medieval cats really couldn't catch a break. Public opinions about cats could get so terrible that felines were even persecuted at times during the Middle Ages - an activity sanctioned by the Papacy itself.The complex relationship medieval people had with cats influenced how people represented them in works of art. Medieval cat paintings, cats showing up in engravings, and cats depicted in illuminated manuscripts provide insight into how felines were <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/cats-in-history/julie-ershadi">viewed in history</a>.&nbsp;To celebrate this strange relationship of the time, we rounded up the best medieval cat images around. Entertaining, a bit befuddling, and pretty darn interesting, they all feature fantastic felines from the Middle Ages through the mid-16th century.&nbsp;

25+ Of The Best Medieval Cat Paintings We Could Dig Up

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Melissa Sartore

Do you love cats? Do cats love you? Some questions are better unanswered.

Just Kitty Cat Stuff

Pets

Chances are you&#39;re either a dog person or a cat person, and if you&#39;re a dog person it means you probably strongly dislike cats. But even the most vocal dog person can&#39;t resist the charms of some of the best cat shows on TV. That&#39;s because, whether you associate these shows with the love &#39;em or hate &#39;em creatures that think they&#39;re better than us, these shows about cats have been on our televisions since the very beginning, and they&#39;ve provided us with some of the most entertaining and enjoyable content around.&nbsp;

There&#39;s no shortage of shows about cats that have pulled us into their world and proven just how funny and bizarre a&nbsp;world filled with cats really is. Whether they&#39;re <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-cat-cartoons/ranker-tv" target="_blank">cartoons for kids</a>, adults, or cats to watch while their humans are off at work, there are TV shows about cats for everyone.&nbsp;

The series on this list all feature a cat of one kind or another as the star - from silly mangy little runts to majestic, annoying show cats. Even better, they are here to stoke our love of the cat world, while reminding us exactly why they&#39;ve been man&#39;s <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/dogs-raised-by-cats/ashley-reign" target="_blank">(second) best friend</a> since the beginning.&nbsp;So let&#39;s chase around a ball of yarn, go to the bathroom in a box of sand, yowl loudly in the middle of the night, and rank this list of shows about cats from best to worst. Vote up the shows you think are the cat&#39;s meow and see where your favorites rank.

The Greatest TV Shows About Cats

The Best Cat TV Shows & Shows About Cats, Ranked by Votes

Ranking the best, worst, most creative, and funniest Halloween costumes you'll ever see.

Who Will You Be for Halloween?

Halloween

Counting down the days to Halloween? Let&#39;s face it, this holiday is hella fun, but it does come with a fair amount of bother and stress. There&#39;s lots to do, including putting together the finishing touches on your costume, arranging a designated driver for the evening&#39;s spook-tacular revelry, and preparing to shell out more money on candy to feed trick-or-treaters than you probably pay in taxes. It&#39;s important to keep a sense of humor alive while going through the motions, which is probably why many people decide to dress their pets in Halloween costumes. Who doesn&#39;t want to see a pug dressed like Yoda, or a cat that looks just like Walter White?

Most animals are good sports, even though it seems evident that many feel demoralized while wearing Halloween costumes. Vote up which of these unfortunately dressed pets is worthy of the most laughs. Keep in mind that no animals were harmed in any of these photos... unless you count the crushing of their souls.

30 Really Unfortunate Halloween Costumes for Pets

18 Unfortunate Pet Halloween Costumes

Funny Pet Halloween Costumes

Anabel Conner

White cats have some of the funniest, punniest, and cutest names. Some of the best white cat names are inspired by items lacking any color while other awesome names are inspired by fictional characters associated with light colors. Cute white cat names can even be influenced by celebrities and other famous people.

What monikers will you find on this list? Snoopy has to be near the top. Charlie Brown&#39;s loyal companion is all white with black ears. Sure, he&#39;s a dog, but naming a cat Snoopy can highlight the pet parent&#39;s sense of humor. If Snoopy is a no-go, Casper is another good name for a white cat.

If your white cat has a devious side, you can even name it Saruman, and if your cat is invincible, you can name it Gandalf (both names inspired by Lord of the Rings&#39; White Wizards). Other good names for white cats include Ghost, Daisy, and Angel.

How will we ever determine which white cat name is the best? Help us decide by giving your favorites a thumbs up and please add any great names we may have missed.

The Best Names For White Cats

The 25+ Best White Cat Names, Ranked By Cat Lovers

You&#39;ve done it. You&#39;ve just adopted a gorgeous white puppy, but now comes the hard part. You now have to decide what you are going to name your precious furry ball of joy. There are many ways to come up with a name, but if you really want to be on the nose, then you should name your pooch something that goes with its perfectly white fur. These are some of the best <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/white-baby-names/jacob-shelton?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">names for white</a> dogs out there, so see which ones catch your fancy.&nbsp;

There are plenty of white dog breeds out there perfect for the entire family. A <a href="https://www.ranker.com/review/samoyed/67682234" target="_blank">Samoyed</a> is one of the most famous white dogs in the world. It is also one of the fluffiest dogs you can get. If you want something with a little less fur to shed, then you may want to get an <a href="https://www.ranker.com/review/argentine-dogo/67682476" target="_blank">Argentine Dogo</a> (not doggo). It may be intimidating to look at, but it is one of the most loving and affectionate dogs you can bring into your home.&nbsp;

This list of white dog names will really help you if you just cannot figure out what to call your pooch. Read through it and then vote for your favorites. Dog lovers from all over the world have voted, and now, you can be next.&nbsp;

The Best Names For White Dogs

The Best White Dog Names, Ranked By Dog Lovers

Irish

Ireland is a place of majestic landscapes and wonderful festivals. Whether you have seen this glorious country in person or just have a little bit of the Irish in your blood, there are many ways to celebrate this wonderful land. One way in which you can do so is to give your dog a traditional Irish name. There are plenty of Irish dog names out there, and you are bound to find at least one that is the perfect fit for your pooch.&nbsp;

There are numerous dog breeds that have come out of Ireland. Irish wolfhounds, Kerry Blue terriers, soft-coated <a href="https://www.ranker.com/review/soft-coated-wheaten-terrier/67682182" target="_blank">Wheaten terriers</a>, and so many others were originally bred in the country. Many of these dogs were initially bred to hunt foxes, rats, and other troublesome pests that would get into farmers&#39; potato fields. Today, they all make for wonderful pets. Who knows? Adopting an Irish dog may even bring a little bit of the luck of the Irish to you.&nbsp;

What are the best Irish names for dogs? That&#39;s up to you and other dog lovers from all over the world to decide. Vote for your favorites and see which pooches can climb to the top of the list.&nbsp;

The Best Dog Names From Ireland

The Best Irish Dog Names, Ranked by Dog Lovers

Looking for the best pet names for your new friend? From punny pet names, to pet names derived from pop culture, these lists have you covered 

Pet Names

Puns

As anyone who has ever owned a cat will tell you,&nbsp;traditional cat names, such as “Fluffy,” are rarely unique enough to encompass the huge personality of the average domestic feline. Though they may be guilty of over indulging in the joys of napping every now and then, cats are also expert pranksters, adventurers, and love bugs. When these little guys decide it’s time to play, get ready for the fun to begin! Here we’ve put together a collection of fur balls whose names are as hilarious as their antics. So if you’re a lover of clever word play and eye-roll worthy turns of phrase, you're in for a treat because here you’ll find a purr-fect collection of punny cat names and cat name puns!&nbsp; These cat puns may even lend some inspiration for the next time you decide to adopt a feline friend. We’ve got hilarious names to cover every kitty personality, from the hairy <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/harry-potter-fan-theories/lisa-waugh?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Harry Potter fan</a> to the furry little dictator who dreams of world - or at least neighborhood - domination. If you’re looking for a snuggle buddy to curl up and read with, consider giving your new pal a name derived from a famous literary figure. Or perhaps you’remore the musical type? We’ve got you covered with a great list of mew-sical names inspired by some of the hottest musicians around. &nbsp;The next time you adopt a cat, don’t find yourself in a “hairy” situation by drawing a blank on “paw-some” names to give your new purring pal. Whether you’re looking for a name your new cat will love or just a great laugh and something that will get your cat an Instagram following, scroll down and get ready to let the punny cat names (and your eyes) roll.

Purr-Fect Cat Name Puns For Your Favorite Furry Friend

Cat Puns | Funny Cat Name Puns

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Here it is, folks, a list&nbsp;of the best dogs for seniors, as ranked by elderly dog owners and breed experts alike. Dogs are often called man&rsquo;s best friend, but it&rsquo;s never been more true than with the elderly. Having a dog has a plethora of health benefits for older people, including lowering blood pressure, cholesterol, triglyceride, and risk of heart failure. Pups are also known for decreasing the feelings of loneliness that many seniors experience on a daily basis by giving unconditional love and affection. Seniors who have lost a loved one or otherwise feel isolated and unwanted have found that keeping a dog nearby decreases those feelings. Another perk of senior dog ownership is entertainment and an increased need for physical activity.

If you&rsquo;ve been wondering, &ldquo;What is <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-best-dog-breeds?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">the best dog</a> breed for seniors and elderly owners?&rdquo; this list has many options to choose from. Many of the dogs on this list are small, low energy, and friendly canines&nbsp;in need of some TLC. Be sure to consider your physical abilities before choosing a dog.

Whether you plan to rescue an older dog in need of constant attention or adopt a young puppy who wants tons of love, there&rsquo;s sure to be a dog on this list just for you.

Cairn Terrier

The Best Dogs for Seniors

Best Dogs for Seniors & Elderly Owners, Ranked By Dog Lovers

List of the best dogs for apartments and city life, as ranked by dog breed experts and apartment dwellers. Since every canine breed comes with its own unique personality type, they also come with their own set of challenges. Certain dogs just weren&rsquo;t made for life in small apartments in the city, where you come across strangers every day and are often confined to small square footage. If you live in the city, chances are your home is not very large,e specially when compared to a house with a backyard. Therefore, the dog that joins your family should be able to flourish within the small confines of an apartment, as well as be friendly with strangers. As long as your dog gets enough exercise through long walks around the neighborhood, any breed can live in a city, but the breeds on this list are the most suited to the lifestyle of aparment dwelling.

Are you wondering, &ldquo;What are the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-best-dog-breeds?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">best dog breeds</a> for apartments?&rdquo; This list has the most apt breeds for the life of a city dog in tighter living spaces. The dogs on this list have low to mild energy levels and are completely loving to most people. 

If you&rsquo;re looking for a good apartment dog that will be your best friend within the limitations of your small city dwelling, the breeds on this list won&rsquo;t ever let you down.

Golden Retriever

The Best Apartment Dogs for City Living

Best Apartment Dogs For City Living, Ranked By Dog Lovers

Does your feline friend deserve a little extra pampering? Of course they do! And it doesn&#39;t get any easier to spoil your kitty than with one of these paw-some cat <a href="/tags/subscription-boxes" target="_blank">subscription boxes</a>. Whether you&#39;re looking for a full-on care package or just a&nbsp;little catnip pick me up, there&#39;s a box that will fit your cat&#39;s needs. Some of these boxes get really creative &mdash; the Cattitude Box has whimsical themes like Alice In Wonderland. Or&nbsp;Paws &amp; Pour, which sends you little bottles of cat-friendly wine. Did you know that you can even get your pet&#39;s hand-drawn face on a tote bag? The options are truly endless.

There are&nbsp;so many wonderful things about kitties. They can be independent, sassy, or total love bugs. Sometimes, they can be all three within the span of a few minutes. And forget about leaving any small object on the counter &mdash; it will be on the ground before you can bat an eye. No matter what silly antics your cat gets up to, admit it: You love that little furball like it&#39;s your child. So spoil them with the toys and merch they deserve by signing up for one of these&nbsp;monthly cat subscription boxes.

With so many different varieties, you know the purr-fect box is just waiting for your little purring machine.

10 Purrfect Subscription Boxes For Your Cute Kitty

The 10 Best Subscription Boxes For Cats, Ranked

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Animals

Calico cats' coats are full of vibrant colors - giving pet parents a lot to work with when it comes to finding the perfect name. Some of the best calico cat names are inspired by items that are orange, black, white, and brown while other names are inspired by fictional characters associated with the breed. Cute calico cat names can even be influenced by delicious desserts.What original monikers will you find on this&nbsp;list? Tigger has to be near the top. This Winnie the Pooh character is the perfect namesake for a playful calico kitten. “Bouncing is what Tiggers do best”, so this name is ideal for a cat with a lot of energy. Butterscotch is another cute name for a calico cat.Gizmo – from Gremlins – may be a Mogwai, but his fur pattern resembles that of a calico cat. Other awesome names include Peanut, Hobbes, and Autumn.Which name do you think best suits a calico cat? Vote your favorites up to the top of this list and please add any good names we may have missed.

The Best Names For Calico Cats

The 20+ Best Calico Cat Names, Ranked By Cat Lovers

Fluffy cats are easily some of the cutest pets and fur baby parents can really get creative with their names. Some of the best <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/cat-puns/ashley-reign?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">fluffy cat names</a> are inspired by light, billowy items while other funny names are derived from fictional characters. Creative fluffy cat names can even be influenced by delicious desserts. 
 
What monikers will you find on this funny list of fluffy cat names? Fluffy has to be near the top. This may seem like an obvious choice, but sometimes the simplest name is the best. The name fluffy will give pet parents endless opportunities to quote Gabriel Iglesias&#39;s famous line, &ldquo;I&#39;m not fat... I&#39;m fluffy.&rdquo; Snowball is another good name for fluffy cats. 
 
If you have a fluffy ginger cat who&#39;s smarter than most people, Crookshanks &ndash; inspired by Hermione&#39;s feline friend in the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/historical-references-in-harry-potter/mariel-loveland?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Harry Potter series</a> &ndash; is a good choice. Other cool fluffy cat names include Puff, Cupcake, and Garfield. 
 
Do you have a favorite name for fluffy cats? Give the best options a thumbs up and please add any good fluffy cat names we may have missed.

The Best Names For Fluffy Cats

The 25+ Best Fluffy Cat Names, Ranked By Cat Lovers

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Adorable animals playing, posing, helping, hiding, eating, and waiting for you to pet them.

All Creatures, Great and Small

These fat, adorable animals are what I would look like if I were any of these animals. These are the fattest animals on the Internet in all their obese glory. There are some fat animals whose owners obviously let them eat the vanilla part of the Neapolitan, and there are other obese animals who just don&#39;t give a crap. The fat dogs who just stare their owners down during a game of fetch until the poor bastard who threw the frisbee has to go get it while his fat dog stares at him and laughs: these are those a-hole pets.

In case you&#39;re wondering, there&#39;s no shortage of morbidly obese animals on the Internet. There are fat animal pics of everything from obese dogs, enormous cats, obese skunks, and even the odd fat bear are here in this list. Some of these fat pets you&#39;ll look at and wonder what their humans were thinking, others you&#39;re going to want to steal just so you can invite people over to gaze at your crazy fat cat.

Basically, if you don&#39;t enjoy these pictures of fat animals, you are a waste of a human being. There are fat hedgehogs, for pete&#39;s sake! Big, spiny balls of obese hedgehogs. They are the best. Now stop reading this and gaze at the fattest pets and obese animals you have ever seen. And vote for the obese corgis, fat hamsters, huge pugs, giant cats, massive wombats, and big bears you think are the coolest or cutest animals in this fat animal pictures roundup.

If you haven&#39;t gazed upon enough animal awesomeness when you&#39;re done here, check out the <a href="/crowdranked-list/cutest-baby-animals" target="_blank">cutest baby animals list</a> and this assortment of the <a href="/profile-of/cutest-animal-videos">cutest animal videos</a>.

The 50 Fattest Animals in Internet History

Fat Animals | The 50 Best Pictures of Obese Animals (Cute)

Danielle Dauenhauer

Everyone has their favorite dog breed, but what's the best breed to bring into your home if you have kids? Of course, the very best thing you can do is adopt a dog, making sure that the animal is good with kids beforehand. But if you have your heart set on a particular breed, there are definitely some dogs that are better in families than others. Vote your favorite kid-friendly breed up and add any you see missing. While you're at it, take a look at those sometimes considered to be more <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/scariest-dogs-list/ranker-science" target="_blank">dangerous dog breeds</a>.The coolest dog breeds for families aren't always the best ones as they're not always the most &quot;Pinteresting&quot; or &quot;Instagramable&quot; breeds, but that's for a reason. You need a safe breed that's easy to take care of that you can count on anyone taking care of. That's why we used part of the the top 10 <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-dogs-for-kids/pet-project?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">dogs for children</a> to build this list, because it should include dogs that any part of the family should be able to care for.&nbsp;

The Best Dog Breeds for Families

Dog Breeds for Families | Best Dogs as Pets for Children

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The best dogs for kids are not just some of the best family dogs but some of the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/the-best-dog-breeds/homefromhome" target="_blank">best and most popular dog breeds</a> out there. These dogs have incredible patience, are gentle with the little ones, and can help teach children about responsibility. Additionally, many claim that raising children with dogs can help improve the self esteem of the child and help them with cooperation and social skills.

While many might think that small&nbsp;dog breeds would be better with small children, the opposite is often true. Breeds like the golden retriever, labrador retriever, Irish setter, and boxer are among the top dog breeds for children. These large dogs are gentle giants and great about tolerating the tormenting of children without backlash.

Of course many smaller dogs are also great for kids. The poodle is a popular choice for family dogs as is the beagle, shih tzu, Havanese and pug. For a family living in an apartment or one that simply does not want a larger dog, these breeds are solid choices and among the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-apartment-dogs/pet-project" target="_blank">best apartment dogs</a>. On the other hand, chihuahuas or yorkies are smaller breeds that are not especially recommended for children.

When selecting a great family dog, it&#39;s important to consider a variety of factors. That&#39;s where a mixed breed or mutt can often be a great choice of the combination of dog characteristics a family might be seeking in their ideal dog. Also, as mixed breed dogs are often the first to land in a shelter, giving a rescued mutt a forever home can change your life and the life of the dog as well. Whichever breed of dog you select, it&#39;s crucial to think the decision over thoroughly before making a commitment to any dog, but this list of the best dog breeds for families will help you start the decision making process. And if you&#39;re looking for dogs that are specifically good around infants, be sure to check out our list on the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-dogs-for-babies/pet-project" target="_blank">best dogs for babies</a>.

Australian Shepherd

The Best Dogs for Kids

Best Dogs For Kids, Ranked By Dog Lovers

List of favorite dog breeds, mainly gauged by the animals&#39; suitability as pets in homes and apartments. Because of thousands of years of selective breeding by humans, dogs come in a tremendous variety of sizes, shapes, colors, temperaments and behaviors. They are the only animal to have so much variation in appearance without branching into a separate species.

Though groups like the American Kennel Club make very specific designations about breeds and breed hybrids, there continue to be new breeds and breed variants developed all the time, as well as &quot;up and coming breeds&quot; not officially recognized by kennel clubs and experts. (Many dogs not purchased directly from breeders are also mixed-breeds of some kind, or have less than purebred ancestry.)

<a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/scariest-dogs-list/ranker-science" target="_blank">Dog breeds</a> are typically divided into a few basic categories: companion dogs, guard dogs, hunting dogs, herding dogs and working dogs. The top dog breeds for every purpose are represented here. Despite the names, in contemporary America, most breeds - even hunting or herding dogs - service as companies for individuals and families.

Pick your favorite dog breeds from the list below and vote them up, and if your favorite breed or hybrid dog is not currently listed, make your own version of the list and add it there yourself! And if you love dogs but suffer from allergies, be sure to check out our list of the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-dogs-for-allergies/pet-project" target="_blank">best hypoallergenic dogs</a>.&nbsp;