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Calling them “man’s best friend” may be a cliché, but no description is more apt to describe the relationship of humans with these fascinating creatures. Loyal, smart, protective, fun and playful, dogs have served as man’s ultimate companion since time immemorial.

But did you know that a dog’s loyalty to his master can reach enormous, fascinating levels? Yes, there are dog breeds which are amazingly loyal to their owners.

What other “mosts” are there when it comes to these canines which man has considered to be his best friend since time immemorial? How about the world’s most expensive dog breed? Or the most dangerous? Or you probably are hoping to own a canine breed which is considered to be one of the most fascinating.

Here, we will take a look at the world’s most amazing dog breeds – and describe what is it exactly that makes them so outstanding.

Counting Down the Top 10 Most Amazing Dog Breeds

If you’re thinking of a breed of dog to take care of, it is good to have an idea about what its temperament is, its characteristic and what makes it unique. [Owning a Dog]

To help you out, we will have a countdown of the top 10 most amazing dog breeds – ranging from the most dangerous, loyal, fascinating, popular and expensive breeds that you can buy.

1. Dog Breed: Doberman pinscher

Distinction: One of the most dangerous dog breeds in the world.

A hunting dog is not born ready to hunt. You have to train it all the necessary tricks in the art of hunting if you want the ideal results.

It’s not too much of a task and you might as well enjoy quality time with your dog while you are at it.

Not all dogs however are meant for the hunting game.

So, when you are purchasing a dog specifically for hunting you have to be careful in choosing the right dog  breed.

You can not expect to get a hunting dog out of a Chihuahua. Breeds fit for hunting include, beagles, Labradors and bloodhounds amongst several others.

Hunting dogs need to know how to track. Without this knowledge, they will not be able to do much hunting. You have to know what you want your dog to track down. [Dog Training Tips]

For example if you want him to track rabbits, set a trail for of rabbit blood or train it by placing  rabbit blood next to the kennel so that it knows the scent.

Working dogs are not to be considered as the ideal pet dog to keep at home as a companion for company and play.

These dogs have been bred for specific work and needs, they have innate behaviour patterns that are not really compliant for homes.

When choosing a pet dog most people prefer a dog that is not too active, such would be the case with hound dogs that have a natural predatory instinct.

These kinds of dogs need to be out running throughout the day, while most people will be at work during the day, so it is difficult to find a concurrence between the needs of the dog and the working engagements.

This does not mean you cannot choose a working dog as a pet, but you must be ready to accept the consequences of what these highly active dogs may get up to while you are away at work.

They will feel trapped in a fenced in environment and, being as intelligent as they are, they will find ways to pass the time and probably have fun digging holes all over the garden.

Are you a dog lover and are searching for the best dog breed?

Even though, almost all dogs have potential to be affectionate, lovable companionship and loyalty, there are a few dog breeds that can be very affectionate with their owners.

So, if you are in search of the best dog breed for your companionship, here are some of the dogs breeds list along with some short descriptions of their attitudes that you would most probably love to adopt.

1. Golden retriever

Golden retriever is the most powerfully built well proportioned dogs which are specially trained for hunting and retrieving things. These golden hair dogs are not only adorable for adults, but also becomes a lovable pet for the entire family. These dogs are very affectionate towards their owners and show infinite patience towards children.

2. Brittany spaniel

This particular dog has athletic and sturdy built body. The face is very expressive and its intelligence is commendable. Brittany has natural eagerness and a good nature for a great companionship. It is highly trainable and an obedient dog as well.

3. Labrador retriever

Beagle dogs are a special kind of  dog breed, well known for their acute sense of smell and hearing.

As a result, they are commonly used as hunting dogs for tracking.

They also make good family companions as they are a friendly breed of mild temperament, however always full of energy!

Grooming your beagle dog requires you to consider certain aspects if you are to have a healthy pet. Let’s take a look at some of these and see how the beagle dog needs to be treated.

1. Exercise - Due to the large amounts of energy that this breed of dogs has, it is necessary to take him out for walks or hunts.

This will help keep him in tone and will be less likely to cause you problems at home by jumping over the fence and chasing after the neighbors’ cats or following some smell just out of curiosity. Exercise is also important to build stamina and reduce risk of disease.

2. Coat - You need to brush your beagle dogs’ coat almost everyday to remove all the sledded hair. A bath once a week would be also essential as these dogs love to play a lot in grasses, mud and all sorts of places where they can pick up a lot of dirt.