The Weimaraner is easy to recognise from his distinctive colouring. Their eyes range from amber to blue-grey and their coat is a unique grey too, occasionally with a small white patch on the chest. They are quite a large, athletic dog. Their coat is normally short and smooth although there is a much rarer long-haired variety. They come from Weimar in Germany where they were used as a hunting dog, originally for big game but later for hunt, point and retrieve of water birds. With the right training they are loving and affectionate but they are a working dog that needs mental and physical challenge. They are good with children although can be boisterous, and ok with other dogs and strangers but may not be trusted around small mammals as they have a strong prey drive. They have a lot of stamina and energy and need plenty of exercise. The typical short coat is easy to maintain. They are prone to bloat, hip dysplasia, hypertropic osteodystrophy (excessive rapid growth) and mast cell tumours.

The most obvious difference between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Cardigan Welsh Corgi is that the Pembroke has very little and sometimes no tail. Other differences are that their ears are a little smaller and set closer together, they have a slightly shorter, lighter body, a more wedge-shaped head, oval feet and straighter legs. They are a fairly small with a well-proportioned head and body but short legs giving them a stocky look. Their double coat, in shades of red (with or without black) with white patches, is thick and longer at the ruff and backs of legs. They were bred out of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi for herding cows. The low body and lack of tail meant that they could keep out of harm from the cows' legs. They are a busy dog, interested in everything and highly intelligent, trainable, adaptable, loving and loyal. They need to be taught not to bark too much and puppies will have a natural tendency to bite ankles but this can be trained out of them. They need to be socialised well with other animals and may be a little wary of strangers but they are usually good with children. They are an active dog that needs a good daily walk. The water-resistant coat is easy to maintain with regular brushing and combing and occasional bathing. They are prone to PRA and glaucoma. They are also prone to back disorders and have a tendency to put on weight easily so it is important to avoid overfeeding as the added weight makes the back problems worse.

West Highland White Terriers, or "Westies" are, essentially white Cairn Terriers. They were bred from taking the white Cairn Terriers out of litters and breeding them together. They are a small, sturdy dog with a shaggy face and erect ears. Their coat, which is always white, is thick and double with a soft inner layer and harder outer. They originate from Scotland and, like the Cairn Terrier, were originally bred for controlling the population of rats, fox, badger, otter and other vermin. They are a hardy little dog that is confident, friendly, intelligent, easily trainable and game for anything. Westies love human company and the sound of their own bark. They also like to dig. They are child-friendly and usually fine towards strangers. They are ok with other dogs but won't be bossed by them and they may be inclined to chase other animals. They are an active little dog indoors but enjoy the opportunity for a daily walk outside too. They shed little but need to be brushed and combed regularly, trimmed on occasion and have their coat stripped about twice a year. They are prone to chronic hernias, liver disease, Legg-Calve-Perthes disease, jawbone calcification, cherry eye and skin problems.

The White Swiss Shepherd Dog or "Berger Blanc Suisse" has only been officially recognised by the Kennel Club in the UK since 2017. The breed was initially a herding dog developed in Switzerland in the twentieth century. They can be medium or long haired and (as the name suggests) they always have a white coat. They usually have a great temperament, and are loyal family pets that are friendly towards children. They are also lively and intelligent, and require plenty of exercise, stimulation and company if they are not to get bored. They can be very good at agility, obedience, flyball, tracking, herding and more. They shed their hair throughout the year, with heavy shedding in response to temperature changes. As with many working breeds, it's worth considering hip and elbow dysplasia tests with this breed, along with a number of other standard health tests.

The most obvious difference between the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is that the Cardigan has a long tail. Other differences are that their ears are a little larger and set wider, they have a slightly longer, heavier body, a less wedge-shaped head, round feet and less straight legs. They are a fairly small dog with a well-proportioned head, body and tail but short legs giving them a stocky look. Their double coat, which can come in any colour with or without white markings, is thick and longer at the ruff, backs of legs and long tail. The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is the older of the two types of Corgi. They go back as far as 1200 and were used as a cattle herding dog. They were also called a "Yard dog" because their length to the tip of their tail is the same as a Welsh yard. They are highly intelligent, trainable, adaptable, loving and loyal. They need to be taught not to bark too much and puppies will have a natural tendency to bite ankles but this can be trained out of them. They need to be socialised well with other animals and children and may be a little wary of strangers. They are an active dog that needs a good daily walk. The water-resistant coat is easy to maintain with regular brushing and combing and occasional bathing. They are prone to PRA and glaucoma. They are also prone to back disorders and have a tendency to put on weight easily so it is important to avoid overfeeding as the added weight makes the back problems worse.

Throughout its history, the Welsh Terrier has been known by a number of names: the Black-and-Tan Wire Haired Terrier, the Old English Terrier and, at one point, the Old Reddish-Black Wirehaired Terrier, before the simple "Welsh Terrier" was settled on. They look like a small version of an Airedale Terrier. They have a generally square appearance. Their head is rectangular with front-folding ears, bushy eyebrows, beard and moustache. Their double coat has a soft inner layer and a harsh outer layer and is normally black and tan or grizzle with a black jacket marking over the back. They were bred for going out with packs of hounds and driving prey such as badger, fox and otter out of dens. The Welsh Terrier is an intelligent, affectionate and playful dog. Like all Terriers, they have a stubborn streak but they are loving and loyal. They like to swim and dig. They are usually patient with children but need to be socialized well with strangers, dogs and other animals. Although not, perhaps, as high energy level than some of the other hunting terrier breeds, the Welsh Terrier still has plenty of energy and loves to run but care must be taken as they love to chase, too. They shed little but need to be brushed and combed regularly and have their coat stripped about three times a year. They can be prone to eye problems and skin irritations.

The name "Whippet" comes from the expression "whip it" meaning "move quickly" and this relatively small dog can reach speeds of up to 37 miles per hour in seconds. They are a medium-sized sight hound that looks like a small Greyhound. Despite their power, everything about them is dainty and slender: long and lean head and muzzle, slender body and long, slim tail, often held between the back legs. Their coat is short and sleek and comes in all colours. They originate in England and were bred in the nineteenth century as a small racing dog. They are sweet natured but, like the Greyhound, very sensitive. They are also intelligent and, given sufficient exercise, will be quietly devoted and affectionate in the home. They may be wary of strangers but are fine with children as long as the child is not rough with them. They normally get on well with other dogs. They need opportunities to have a good run but have a natural urge to chase small mammals. They are also sensitive to cold so need a coat in winter. Their short coat is easy to maintain with occasional brushing and combing and they have very little doggy smell. They are prone to upset stomach and skin problems.

Original working Yorkshire Terriers, or "Yorkies" were much larger than the ones we see today but have been selectively bred to make a smaller dog suitable for women to carry as an attractive pet. They are well-proportioned toy dogs. Their most noticeable feature is their coat. It is straight and silky and flows over their head (often held off the face in a top knot with a bow) and in a straight curtain to either side of their body. The coat on the body and tail is largely steel blue and the rest is tan. They originate from the North of England where they were used to keep down the rat and mice population from mines and clothing factories. Yorkies are intelligent and although a little wilful, are perfectly trainable. In the right hands, they are lively, courageous, loyal, playful and affectionate. They are only yappy, wary of strangers and unfriendly towards children and other animals if they are spoiled. However, they are not suitable for small children as the child may not take sufficient care to avoid hurting them. They are an active dog indoors but appreciate a daily walk outside too. They need a good deal of brushing and combing to keep the coat looking at it's best and their teeth need to be checked regularly. Their little skeleton can be prone to a range of health issues such as problems with the spine and slipped stifle. They are also prone to bronchitis, eye infections, early tooth decay, poor tolerance of anesthetics, and digestive troubles. Dams often have trouble delivering puppies and sometimes need to have cesareans.