Otterhound - Developed to hunt otters, this English dog breed does great in water. In fact, they even have webbed feet, a unique trait among hounds.
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Azawakh - Native to West Africa, Azawakhs are used for racing and hunting. They're lean and athletic, but also playful and affectionate.
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Kai Ken - A Japanese hunting dog, the Kai Ken is a very intelligent, affectionate, and devoted breed. However, they're suspicious of strangers.
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Canaan Dog - Since ancient times, the Canaan Dog has lived all over the Middle East. Today, they make great guardians and watchdogs.
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Hovawart - Developed in Germany for the purpose of being guard dogs, their name literally means "yard-watcher" or "farm-watcher."
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Schapendoes - This Dutch sheepdog almost went extinct during World War II. The descendants today are from those few survivors.
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Australian Kelpie - An Australian sheepdog, the Kelpie is very intelligent, eager to please, and energetic. Because of this, they need a great deal of daily exercise.
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Pumi - Originating in Hungary, these medium-small sized sheepdogs are known for their cute facial expressions and high energy.
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Stabyhoun - Also known as the Stabij, the Stabyhoun hails from the Frisian forest area in the Netherlands. Their name translates to "stand by me."
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American English Coonhound - The American English Coonhound originated in the Southern US, specifically to hunt raccoons. They're descended from English foxhounds.