Know Your Breed
Breed guides
Australia's most popular dog and cat breeds, explained. Temperament, exercise needs, grooming, and what to expect as an owner.
LargeGolden Retriever
Friendly, Reliable
LargeLabrador Retriever
Outgoing, Active
SmallCavoodle
Gentle, Playful
SmallFrench Bulldog
Adaptable, Playful
MediumBorder Collie
Intelligent, Energetic
LargeGerman Shepherd
Loyal, Confident
MediumStaffordshire Bull Terrier
Brave, Affectionate
VariousPoodle
Intelligent, Active
SmallCavalier King Charles Spaniel
Gentle, Graceful
SmallMiniature Dachshund
Curious, Brave
MediumAustralian Shepherd
Smart, Energetic
MediumAustralian Cattle Dog
Loyal, Hardworking
MediumAustralian Kelpie
Alert, Tireless
SmallBeagle
Friendly, Curious
LargeBoxer
Playful, Loyal
MediumCocker Spaniel
Happy, Gentle
MediumEnglish Bulldog
Calm, Courageous
LargeGreat Dane
Gentle, Friendly
LargeGroodle
Friendly, Intelligent
MediumSiberian Husky
Outgoing, Mischievous
SmallJack Russell Terrier
Fearless, Energetic
LargeLabradoodle
Sociable, Clever
SmallMaltese
Charming, Gentle
SmallMiniature Schnauzer
Spirited, Friendly
SmallPembroke Welsh Corgi
Bold, Friendly
SmallPug
Charming, Mischievous
LargeRottweiler
Confident, Loyal
LargeSamoyed
Gentle, Adaptable
SmallShih Tzu
Affectionate, Lively
MediumWhippet
Gentle, Athletic
LargeRagdoll
Gentle, Docile
MediumBritish Shorthair
Calm, Easygoing
MediumBengal
Active, Playful
LargeMaine Coon
Friendly, Gentle
MediumBurmese
Affectionate, Social
MediumRussian Blue
Quiet, Intelligent
MediumPersian
Calm, Sweet
MediumSiamese
Vocal, Intelligent
MediumScottish Fold
Calm, Adaptable
SmallDevon Rex
Playful, Mischievous