Your free guide to understanding breed types

Your dog wasn't bred to live in a modern home. They were bred for specific work - herding sheep, hunting game, guarding livestock, or sitting on laps. Those genetic blueprints still run the show, which is why your Cocker ignores recall when scent appears, your Staffie pulls like a sled dog, or your Dachshund pretends you don't exist.

This guide breaks down ten breed types - from Gundogs to Terriers to Toy Breeds - explaining what each group was actually bred for, how that shapes behaviour, and what it means for training. Understanding whether your dog is wired for independence, cooperation, or chasing things changes everything about how you work with them.

Genetics isn't destiny, but it's the instruction manual. Training works better when you're working with the wiring, not against it.