It is almost impossible to know all dog breeds because they are so many. While some breeds are popular, others go unnoticed. Here are the ten rarest dog breeds according to AKC's 2021 registration data.
Norwegian Lundehund
The Norwegian Lundehund comes from remote islands in Norway. They are energetic, small and alert.
English Foxhound
This breed are scent hounds bred to hunt foxes in packs. As hunting dogs, they have high energy and need plenty of exercise.
American Foxhound
The American Foxhound is the cousin of the English Foxhound developed in the United States.
Belgian Laekenois
This breed is the rarest close relative of the Belgian herders. They are friendly with their family but observant around strangers.
Sloughi
The Sloughi breed is a sighthound used for hunting game in the North African deserts.
Pyrenean Shepherd
The Pyrenean Shepherd is a medium-sized herding dog from the Pyrenees Mountains region of France.
Finnish Spitz
Despite their small size, the Finnish Spitz is athletic. They were bred to hunt small game and birds.
Cesky Terrier
The Cesky Terrier is a friendly, clever, and outgoing terrier breed.
Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen
The Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen is a French scenthound. The rough translation of their name, "Large, low, shaggy dog of the Vendeen", is a description of their appearance
Harrier
This breed hunted rabbits and hares in England years ago. They are active but easygoing companions.
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