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Large dog breeds

Does your heart beat for large dogs? Many people prefer bigger dogs as companions and we are lucky that there are many different larger breed types to choose from.

To help you find your dream furry friend, we have put a list together with the most popular of the larger dog breeds that are available in Australia. Learn more about their history, characteristics, temperament, common health conditions and lots of other interesting facts to help you to choose the perfect dog for you and your family!

If you’re interested in looking at the most popular large dog breeds, see Top 10 Large Dogs In Australia .

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Great Dane

These are affectionate, patient and friendly giant-sized dogs suit those who live by “the bigger the better” motto. They love their people, make great companions and alert home guardians.

Great Pyrenees

The Great Pyrenees is a large, loyal, and protective watchdog, originally bred to guard livestock. Their strong guardian instincts make them wonderful family pets and reliable protectors.

Greyhound

Greyhounds are large dogs of incredible speed that are best known as racing dogs. Very gentle, loving and affectionate, they are just as happy indoors with their people.

Groodle

Groodles are intelligent and energetic large sized dogs that are very popular with families. They are highly trainable, love being involved with people and make great companions.

Hungarian Vizsla

Hungarian Vizslas are medium to large sized dogs with an athletic, muscular build and a sleek, golden-rust coat.

Irish Setter

The Irish Setter, also known as the Red Setter, is a large sporting dog that can live up to 14 years. The Setter’s long and feathery coat is mahogany or rich chestnut in colour.

Irish Wolfhound

Affectionate, gentle and loyal, these giant sized dogs are the tallest of all breeds. They are a great family dog for experienced owners who can give them enough exercise.

Italian Spinone

The Italian Spinone is a rugged hunting dog that descended from ancient Italian dogs to hunt in harsh terrain. This skilful all-rounder is known for versatility and adaptability.

Kangal

The Kangal dog is a traditional and very old livestock guardian breed from Turkey that is best suited to an active working role in protecting livestock, such as sheep, cattle and goats, on farms or freeholdings.

Labradoodle

Labradoodles are friendly, affectionate, intelligent and energetic large sized dogs that are very popular with families. They are highly trainable, love people and make great companions.

Labrador

Labradors are sociable, intelligent and energetic large size dogs that are extremely popular with families. They are highly trainable, love people and make great companions and assistance dogs.

Louisiana Catahoula Leopard Dog

Originating in Louisiana in the south of the United States, the multi-purpose Louisiana Catahoula Leopard Dog is trim yet also tough, well-muscled and powerful, possessing both agility and great endurance.

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