There are over 340 types of dog breeds. In all, the American Kennel Club (AKC) recognizes 200 purebred dogs while dozens of rare and mixed-breed canines also fill our lives with joy. The AKC's purebred dogs are separated into seven groups based on their original purpose: herding, hound, non-sporting, sporting, terrier, toy, and working. More @Wikipedia
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