Europe
Papillon
Originally called the Toy Spaniel, the Papillon is one of the oldest breeds in the toy group. They can be found in artwork dating back to the 16th century.
Cava Tzu
Females are more territorial than males, but you can train this behavior out of them.
False Widow Spider
False spiders actually prey on black widow spiders and other hazardous spiders
Czechoslovakian Wolfdog
This breed is also known as the Czechoslovakian Vlcak (the name for the German Shepherd).
Zebra Mussels
A female zebra mussel can deposit 30,000 to 1,000,000 eggs each year!
Lapponian Herder
This breed is also known as the Lapp Reindeer Dog and the Lapsk Vallhund.
Icelandic Sheepdog
The Icelandic Sheepdog is the only dog breed entirely native to Iceland.
Balkan Lynx
The Balkan lynx communicates mostly with its ears
Orb Weaver
Females are about four times the size of males
Lowchen
This breed is also known as the "Little Lion Dog" for their bravery and manes.
Dorgi
The Dorgi is one of the more popular mixed breed dogs.
Cockalier
The Cockalier has very strong hunting ancestry.
White Butterfly
This butterfly determines the smell and taste of a flower with its feet.
American Cockroach
Despite its name, actually originated from Africa and the Middle East
Volpino Italiano
Almost went extinct before American Eskimo Dog breeders showed interest.
Mealybug
They have a symbiotic relationship with ants.
Long-Haired Rottweiler
Rottweilers have a tendency to snore.