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Dog Breeds List J

Here is Dog Breeds List J, all of the world's dog breeds whose names begin with the letter J.  Some are listed on other pages because they have been recognized by major kennel clubs by different names.

Spot a breed I forgot?  It happens. Please be kind and take a moment to let me know about my omission.  I do apology, especially if the breed I neglected to add to this page happens to be your favorite breed or trusty companion. 

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Dog Breeds List J

Jack Russell Terrier

Dog breeds list JJack Russell Terrier

Origins:  England
Size: Small
Grooming:  Minimal
Training: Average
Recognition: FCI:  Group 3,  ANKC:  Terriers,  NZKC:  Terriers,  UKC:  Terriers

Jackapoo

Dog breeds list JHenry the Jackapoo

Origins:  thought to be USA
Size: Small
Grooming:  Minimal
Training: Average
Recognition: None - a mixed breed dog

Jagdterrier
(a.k.a. German Hunting Terrier)

Dog breeds list JJagdterrier (a.k.a. German Hunting Terrier)

Origins:  Germany
Size: Small
Grooming:  Minimal
Training: Time Consuming
Recognition:  FCI: Group 3, AKC:  FSS, UKC:  Terrier


Jämthund
(a.k.a. Swedish Elkhound)

Dog breeds list JJämthund

Origins:  Sweden
Size: Large
Grooming: Time Consuming
Training: Average
Recognition:  FCI:  Group 5,  UKC:  Northern Breeds


Japanese Akita
(a.k.a. Akita Inu)

Dog breeds list JJapanese Akita (a.k.a. Akita Inu)

Origins:  Japan
Size: Large
Grooming:  Time Consuming
Training:  Time Consuming
Recognition:  FCI:  Group:  5,  AKC:  Working,  ANKC:  Utility,  CKC:  Working,  KC:  Utility,  NZKC:  Utility,  UKC:  Northern


Japanese Chin
(a.k.a. Japanese Pug, Japanese Spaniel)

Dog breeds list JJapanese Chin (a.k.a. Japanese Pug, Japanese Spaniel)

Origins:  Japan
Size: Small
Grooming: Average
Training: Average
Recognition:  FCI:  Group 9,  AKC:  Toys,  ANKC:  Toys,  CKC:  Toys,  KC:  Toys,  NZKC:  Toys,  UKC:  Companions

Japanese Spitz
(a.k.a. Nihon Supittsu)

Dog breeds list JJapanese Spitz (a.k.a. Nihon Supittsu)

Origins:  Japan
Size: Small
Grooming: Time Consuming
Training: Average
Recognition:  FCI:  Group 5,  ANKC:  Non-sporting,  CKC:  Non-sporting,  KC:  Utility,  NZKC:  Non-sporting,  UKC:  Northern Breeds


Japanese Terrier

Japanese TerrierJapanese Terrier

Origins:  Japan
Size: Small
Grooming: Minimal
Training: Time Consuming
Recognition:  FCI:  Group 2


Japanese Tosa

Dog breeds list JJapanese Tosa (a.k.a. Japanese Fighting Dog)

Origins:  Japan
Size: Giant
Grooming: Average
Training: Time Consuming
Recognition:  FCI:  Group,  AKC:  FSS,  UKC:  Guardian

Jindo
(a.k.a. Korean Jindo)

Jindo (a.k.a. Korean Jindo)Jindo (a.k.a. Korean Jindo)

Origins:  South Korea
Size: Medium
Grooming: Average
Training: Time Consuming
Recognition:   FCI:  Group 5,  AKC:  FSS,  KC:  Utility,  UKC:  Northern Breeds


Jura Niederlaufhund
(a.k.a. Jura Basset, Schweizerischer Niederlaufhund, Swiss Hound)

Dog breeds list JJura Niederlaufhund

Origins:  Switzerland
Size: Medium
Grooming: Minimal
Training: Average
Recognition:  FCI:  Group 6,  UKC:  Scenthound


Japanese Shiba Inu
(a.k.a. Shiba Inu, Brushwood Dog, , Shiba Ken)

Dog breeds list JJapanese Shiba Inu

Origins:  Japan
Size: Small
Grooming: Average
Training: Time consuming
Recognition:  FCI:  Group 5,  AKC:  Non-sporting,  ANKC:  Utility,  CKC:  Non-sporting,  KC:  Utility,  NZKC:  Utility,  UKC:  Northern Breeds

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Did I Miss a Breed on this Dog Breeds List J?

With so many dog breeds in this world, there is a good chance I may have omitted one.  First of all, I will apologize for that omission, especially if your dog was the one I forgot.  Secondly, won't you take the time to send me a quick note, letting me know what dog breed should be on this page?  I sincerely appreciate your time and will get the breed information up as quickly as possible.


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