Originating from Scotland, bred for deer hunting, faced decline in the 18th and 19th centuries due to political conflicts. Rare despite preservation efforts.
From the Scottish Borders, protected fishing industry, nearly extinct after the UK banned otter hunting in 2002. Fewer than 1,000 remain.
Favored by English and Scottish nobility, overshadowed by modern breeds. Enthusiasts are reviving them.
Italian water retriever, nearly extinct in the 1970s, now revived, known for truffle hunting.
Unique six toes, bred for puffin hunting in Norway, endangered due to changing fishing practices.
Hungarian herding dog, rare with only a few thousand worldwide, known for high intelligence and energy.
Rodent hunters turned family pets, breeding halted during World Wars, facing extinction.
Himalayan guardians, faced near extinction due to political upheavals, preserved through global efforts.
Irish farm dogs, faced decline during wartime rationing, at-risk.
Welsh herding dogs, declined mid-20th century due to agricultural changes, still vulnerable.