Known as the ultimate lap dog, the Cavalier King Charles was named after England's King Charles II. A Cavalier King reportedly haunts a historic Ham house in Southwest London.
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1. Great Danes
June 6, 1998
Towering and statuesque -and also popular in the media- great Danes are known for their sweet nature and trainability. Greg Louganis introduces his Dane, Freeway. Then, meet a Dane who appeared with Queen Latifah on Living Single.
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2. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
January 16, 1999
Known as the ultimate lap dog, the Cavalier King Charles was named after England's King Charles II. A Cavalier King reportedly haunts a historic Ham house in Southwest London.
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3. Boston Terrier
March 27, 1999
One of the few breeds that are native to the United States, the Boston terrier is considered by many to be the ultimate house pet. Its size, intelligence and gentle nature make this terrier a great family companion.
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4. Weimaraner
October 21, 1999
The Weimaraner has gone from versatile hunting dog to pop icon. Visit with photographer William Wegman in his Maine summerhouse and meet his family Weimers.
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5. Newfoundland
December 29, 1999
Taking its name from the Canadian maritime providence, the Newfoundland dog is a living, breathing history lesson. Putting to use their webbed feet and large lung capacity, these dogs can really save the day.
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6. Mastiff
December 29, 1999
Brought to England by ancient dog traders, the Mastiff is truly an antique breed. Often suffering from joint problems, these gentle giants need plenty of exercise.
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7. Papillon
February 25, 2000
Most often, Papillons are thought of as comforting, little lap dogs. However, tests show the Papillon is one of the smartest breeds around, and ranks ninth in trainability.
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8. St. Bernard
February 25, 2000
The original Saint Bernards were used to save lives at the St. Bernard Monastery in the Swiss Alps. Today, the rescues are not limited to the snow-capped mountains. Learn how this brave breed continues to be invaluable to their owners.
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9. Bulldog
February 28, 2000
The bulldog's image is that of a tenacious, tough-spirited animal, but today's English bulldog is mild-mannered and kind. Its deceiving image makes this dog a prime target for dog-snatching.
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10. Schnauzer
June 9, 2000
Sylvia Hammarstrom has bred more than a thousand champion Schnauzers in her career. They include all three breeds: miniatures, standards and giants. Her kennel is responsible for breeding nearly one-third of all the giant Schnauzers in the country.
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11. Australian Shepherd
October 13, 2000
The 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.
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12. Chesapeake Bay Retriever
October 31, 2000
The 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.
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13. Bullmastiff
November 13, 2000
The 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.
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14. English Springer Spaniel
December 4, 2000
Brits created this breed to flush feathered game from the thorny brush. This Spaniel's attitude matches its bouncy, animated style. The English Springer Spaniel lives to please and makes a pleasant pet for all family members.
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15. Pomeranian
January 6, 2001
Considered 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 Pom back from Italy.
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16. Shetland Sheepdog
January 27, 2001
The 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.
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17. Bichon Frise
March 3, 2001
This 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.
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18. Akita
March 31, 2001
The 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.
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19. Brittany Spaniel
July 16, 2001
With both spaniel and setter in it's bloodline, the Brittany is a versatile bird dog. The smallest of the versatile gundogs, the Brittany is an active dog with an independent spirit. Training becomes necessary in order to live happily with the Brittany.
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20. Scottish Terrier
July 30, 2001
Scotties are smart, independent souls and even trainable given the right incentive. Perhaps more than any other breed, the Scottie has been immortalized in high art and pop culture.
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Synopsis: Known as the ultimate lap dog, the Cavalier King Charles was named after England's King Charles II. A Cavalier King reportedly haunts a historic Ham house in Southwest London.
Synopsis: Each week Breed All About It presents an entertaining and informative portrait of a select breed and the people who love them. From tiny Chihuahuas to majestic Labradors, Breed All About It covers the canine spectrum, providing viewers with information on each breed's history and featuring fun segments on the pets and their owners.
Season year: 2001
Network: Animal Planet
ASIN: B001QDLWB6
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