Dog Breeds from England
17 breeds originated in England. Explore them all below, ranked by AKC popularity.
Bulldog
The gentle, courageous Bulldog is a beloved symbol of determination. Despite their muscular build, they are calm and friendly companions who prefer lounging on the couch to long hikes.
Beagle
Merry, curious, and always following their nose, Beagles are compact hounds with big personalities. They are wonderful family dogs who get along well with kids and other pets.
Yorkshire Terrier
A tiny terrier with a huge personality, the Yorkshire Terrier is a spirited, glamorous companion. Despite their small size, Yorkies are bold, confident, and make excellent watchdogs.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
The ultimate lap dog, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is gentle, graceful, and endlessly affectionate. They adapt to any living situation and bond deeply with their owners.
English Springer Spaniel
A joyful, tireless sporting dog with soulful eyes and a wagging tail. English Springer Spaniels are eager to please, love the outdoors, and make wonderful active family companions.
English Cocker Spaniel
A merry, affectionate sporting dog with a silky coat and perpetually wagging tail. English Cocker Spaniels are compact, athletic, and love both field work and family time.
Bull Terrier
Instantly recognizable by their egg-shaped head, Bull Terriers are muscular, mischievous, and full of personality. They are clownish, stubborn, and endlessly entertaining companions.

Airedale Terrier
The "King of Terriers" is the largest terrier breed, known for versatility and courage. Airedales are intelligent, playful dogs that excel in obedience and make loyal family companions.
Old English Sheepdog
A shaggy, bear-like herding dog with a distinctive shuffling gait and a booming bark. Old English Sheepdogs are gentle, playful clowns that adore children and family life.
Border Terrier
A plucky, good-natured terrier bred to keep up with foxhounds on the English-Scottish border. Border Terriers are affectionate, easy-going family dogs with a wiry, low-maintenance coat.

English Setter
An elegant, gentle sporting dog with a speckled "belton" coat and a natural love of the field. English Setters are mellow, sweet-tempered companions who thrive with active families.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
A muscular, stocky terrier nicknamed the "nanny dog" for its exceptional love of children. Staffies are brave, tenacious, and surprisingly gentle โ one of the most people-oriented terrier breeds.
Flat-Coated Retriever
The eternal puppy of the retriever world โ joyful, exuberant, and slow to mature. Flat-Coated Retrievers are enthusiastic sporting dogs that bring boundless optimism to everything they do.
Norwich Terrier
One of the smallest working terriers, with upright ears and a fearless spirit. Norwich Terriers are affectionate, sociable, and adaptable โ equally happy on a country walk or a city apartment.
Bedlington Terrier
A lamb-like terrier with a curly, non-shedding coat that belies a bold, athletic spirit. Bedlington Terriers are graceful, charming companions that can sprint like a whippet and cuddle like a lap dog.
Clumber Spaniel
The heaviest of all spaniels, with a low-slung, dignified build and a gentle disposition. Clumber Spaniels are loyal, easy-going sporting dogs that work methodically in the field and relax happily at home.
English Toy Spaniel
A dainty, domed-headed royal lapdog with a pushed-in face and silky coat. English Toy Spaniels are quiet, gentle companions that were favored by King Charles II and remain devoted couch companions today.