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- S5 E1 - Australian ShepherdOctober 12, 200022minThe Australian shepherd is best known for its quick maneuvers and intuitive thinking on the range. The breed is first and foremost a herder of sheep, but the typical pet owner must make do when there's nothing around for an Aussie to wrangle.Free trial of discovery+
- S5 E2 - Yorkshire TerrierOctober 29, 200022minThe Yorkshire terrier's ancestors were hunters by nature. They started out as commoners' dogs, responsible for catching the multitude of rats that plagued Yorkshire, England, in the late 1800s.Free trial of discovery+
- S5 E3 - Chesapeake Bay RetrieverOctober 30, 200022minThe only native American retrieving breed, Chessies are specialists when it comes to duck hunting. Their strong olfactory senses and keen tracking skills are also used to help solve crimes.Free trial of discovery+
- S5 E4 - BullmastiffNovember 12, 200022minThe Bullmastiff was bred first and foremost to protect. The British created the breed to guard gamekeepers' estates from poachers. Even today, the Bullmastiff is a preferred guard dog.Free trial of discovery+
- S5 E5 - Irish Wolf HoundNovember 19, 200022minThe Irish wolfhound is best known for bringing down wolves in its homeland several centuries ago. The breed was so successful at the task, wolves are now extinct in Ireland. The same almost happened to the breed after its services were no longer needed.Free trial of discovery+
- S5 E6 - English Springer SpanielDecember 3, 200022minBrits created this breed to flush feathered game from the thorny brush. The Spaniels attitude matches its bouncy, animated style. The English Springer Spaniel lives to please and makes a pleasant pet for all family members.Free trial of discovery+
- S5 E7 - West Highland White TerrierDecember 10, 200022minThe Westie shares its family history with other Scottish terriers including the Cairn and the Scottie. Terriers of this region were created to rid communities of unpleasant rodents. Their compact builds and confident spirits make them a popular pet today.Free trial of discovery+
- S5 E8 - PomeranianJanuary 5, 200122minConsidered one of the most popular toy breeds in the world, this lapdog descended from sled dogs and herding breeds of Europe. Queen Victoria made the breed famous when she brought a Pomeranian back from Italy.Free trial of discovery+
- S5 E9 - CoonhoundJanuary 12, 200122minCoonhounds come in six breed types: American Black and Tan, English, Bluetick, Redbone, Plott and Treeing Walker. The colonists who arrived in America in the 1700's developed this breed to control the raccoon population.Free trial of discovery+
- S5 E10 - Shetland SheepdogJanuary 26, 200122minThe Shetland sheepdog was created to herd small sheep in the Shetland Islands. Today, Shelties can strut their stuff in the show ring rather than around the corral. This intelligent breed has a trademark bark to ward off danger.Free trial of discovery+
- S5 E11 - Bernese Mountain DogFebruary 16, 200122minBernese Mountain Dogs, the pride of Switzerland, were used for pulling carts up and down the hills. Today, Berners use these same skills when they compete with other mountain dogs in Draft Dog competitions.Free trial of discovery+
- S5 E12 - Great PyreneesFebruary 23, 200122minGreat Pyrenees traditionally guarded sheep in the mountains of Spain and France. Today, these dogs are trained to protect ranches from coyotes and other dangers. Pups begin training by being introduced to their "life partners"--the lambs.Free trial of discovery+
- S5 E13 - Bichon FriseMarch 2, 200122minThis animal's compact size makes it popular with folks who have smaller yards. The breed also travels well, and its trademark bark cautions owners to anything out of the ordinary.Free trial of discovery+
- S5 E14 - Flat-Coated RetrieverMarch 16, 200122minThe Flattie takes its time to mature and always remains exuberant in spirit. Breeders and trainers love the breed's energy and keenness--but for first-time dog owners, these dogs may be difficult to train.Free trial of discovery+
- S5 E15 - AkitaMarch 30, 200122minThe legendary loyalty of the Akita caught the attention of Helen Keller who introduced the breed to America. Originally, the Akita was an all-purpose hunting dog in its native Japan. The breed is said to have been used as a water retriever for fishermen.Free trial of discovery+
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