*by Australian National Kennel Council registration between 1994 and 2004
1. German Shepherd dog
2. Labrador retriever The Estrela Mountain Dog The Estrela Mountain Dog
Estrela Mountain Dog
Alternative Names: cao da Serra da Estrela, Portuguese mountain dog
Country of Origin: Portugal
History: The Estrela mountain dog is an ancient breed, reputed to be the oldest breed of the Iberan Peninsula. It was
The Entlebucher The Entlebucher
Entlebucher
Alternative Names: Entlebuch mountain dog, Entlebucher cattle dog, Entlebucher sennenhund
Country of Origin: Switzerland
History: The Entlebucher is the smallest of four Swiss dogs developed from a cross of Roman mastiffs and local Swiss
The Dogue de Bordeaux The Dogue de Bordeaux
Dogue de Bordeaux
Alternative Names: French Mastiff
Country of Origin: France
History: This ancient breed was developed from Roman mastiffs. The dogue de Bordeaux is one of France’s oldest
Top 10 dog names for male and female dogs
Did you know that more than half (50%) of all dog and puppy names are either human names or nicknames? People generally name their animals as they would name themselves or their children.
One fifth or 20% of dog names are based on the Pets appearance or personality. A black cat becomes Pepper or Midnight, and active dog Comet or Flash.
Top 10 male dog names.
1. Max
2. Jake
3. Buddy
4. Bear
5. Bailey
6. Shadow
7. Sam
8. Lucky
9. Rocky
10. Buster