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Across 1. This "TOY" of a dog is 11 inches and under. Originally bred as a type of water dog, This dog is skillful in many dog sports, including agility, obedience, tracking, and even herding. (2 Words) 5. The origin of this dog descends directly from the dogs of the Molossians, an ancient Greek tribe. The dogs were spread throughout the ancient world by Phoenician traders. British Molossian dogs were developed into the Mastiff. A sub-family of the Mastiff were the Bullenbeisser, a type of dog used for bull-baiting.[2] (2 Words) 7. Herding Group. Also known as an Alsatian is a breed of large-sized dog that originated in Germany. (2 Words) 9. This dog is descended from the larger Spitz type dogs, specifically the German Spitz. It has been determined by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale to be part of the German Spitz breed, and in many countries, they are known as the Zwergspitz 12. They are sometimes mistaken for a Siberian Husky due to color and markings, but in fact are quite different in many ways including size, structure and personality. (2 Words) 13. Herding Group. This Dog on Average is 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm) tall from their feet to the top of their shoulders. The length from the shoulders to the set on of the tail is 40 percent longer than their height. In peak athletic condition this dog weighs 26 to 30 pounds (12 to 14 kg) for males, and 24 to 28 pounds (11 to 13 kg) for females. They were raised for herding sheep, geese, ducks, horses and cattle (3 Words) 14. Working Group. is a breed of very large working dog from the Italian and Swiss Alps, originally bred for rescue. The breed has become famous through tales of alpine rescues, as well as for its large size. (2 Words) 15. This dog is a breed of sighthound that has been primarily bred for coursing game and racing, and the breed has also recently seen a resurgence in its popularity as a pedigree show dog and family pet. Also has a Bus Line named after them. 16. This dog is a small breed of dog in the toy group. It descends from dogs originating in the Central Mediterranean Area. The breed name and origins are generally understood to derive from the Mediterranean island of Malta; however, the name is sometimes described with reference to the Adriatic island of Mljet, or a defunct Sicilian town called_____ or the Bread of this dog

Down 2. This dog is a "Pinscher" so watch out (2 Words) 3. Hound Group. Developed primarily for tracking hare, rabbit, and other game. They have a great sense of smell and tracking instinct that sees them employed as detection dogs for prohibited agricultural imports and foodstuffs in quarantine around the world. 4. Herding Group. Originally used only as a farm guardian, they eventually took on the traits of a cattle drover, herder, and many more. They are still highly valued for their herding, working, and guarding skills, as well as their companionship. (3 Words) 6. This working dog breed originated in north-eastern Siberia. The breed belongs to the Spitz genetic family. It is recognisable by its thickly furred double coat, sickle tail, erect triangular ears, and distinctive markings. (2 Words) 8. This dog is a medium to large size breed of domestic dog that originated in Rottweil, Germany. 10. While originally bred for fighting, they were later down bred for companionship. This dog can be gentle, alert, expressive, creative, and well-mannered. It must be noted however, that they are not considered terriers by the American Kennel Club, but are part of the non-sporting group. (2 Words) 11. This dog is a short-legged breed of dog of the hound family. They are scent hounds, bred to hunt rabbits and hare by scent. Their sense of smell for tracking is second only to that of the Bloodhound. (2 Words)