11 Dog Breeds Who Were Bred for Unexpected Jobs

iHeartDogs.com— Dogs have been man’s best companions for thousands of years, not only as pets but also as workers, performing tasks that may seem surprising or unconventional today. Many breeds were originally developed for specific jobs that may no longer be widely known or practiced, giving these dogs unique traits and abilities that are the result of their historical roles. From guardians of ancient empires to royal lap warmers, the origins of these breeds provide fascinating insights into human history and...

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Daily Mail—Meet Britain's newest dog breed! Polish Hunting Dog is officially granted recognition by The Kennel Club. The Polish Hunting Dog is a medium hound, originally bred in the 13th century. In total, the Kennel Club now recognises 223 breeds of pedigreee dog

Boing Boing—Pooch pirate steals package while the family dog casually watches: "Lazy guard dog or an inside job?" (video). A neighborhood dog was busted after a family's package — a pair of basketball shoes — was stolen from their porch. And much to the family's chagrin, their own dog was an accomplice to the crime. At first, the mom — who ordered the shoes for her son — didn't know what happened to their delivery. — Read the rest