Dog breeds that start with the letter R (with images).
Our list of dog breeds beginning with the letter “R” and their pictures. We have a growing database of pictures and would love to have EVERY breed represented! Upload an image and use the dogs breed (without spaces) as the hashtag.
For example the tag for a RHODESIAN RIDGEBACK would be #rhodesianridgeback.
RAFEIRO DO ALENTEJO
The Rafeiro do Alentejo is a large-sized dog breed that originated in the Alentejo region of Portugal. The breed has a long history as a guard dog, dating back several centuries, and was used to protect livestock and property. The Rafeiro do Alentejo is known for its strength, courage, and loyalty, as well as its deep bark which serves as an effective deterrent against intruders. They have a dignified and independent temperament and can make good family pets, but require experienced handling and early socialization. The standard coat color for Rafeiros do Alentejo is usually fawn, although other colors such as black, brindle, and gray are sometimes seen. The breed is considered to be relatively rare.
- female height | 25 to 28 inches
- male height | 27 to 28 inches
- female weight | 100 to 121 pounds
- male weight | 110 to 132 pounds
- life span | 12 years
- litter size | 9 to 13
- origin | Portugal
- shedding | medium
RHODESIAN RIDGEBACK aka AFRICAN LION DOG
- female height | 23.9 to 26.1 inches
- male height | 24.9 to 27.1 inches
- female weight | 64.7 to 75.2 pounds
- male weight | 79.8 to 90.2 pounds
- life span | 9 to 15 years
- litter size | 7 to 8
- shedding | moderate
- origin | South Africa
ROTTWEILER
- female height | 22 to 25 inches
- male height | 24 to 27 inches
- female weight | 84.9 to 115 pounds
- male weight | 94.9 to 130 pounds
- life span | 10 to 12 years
- litter size | 4 to 12
- shedding | moderate
- origin | Germany
RUSSIAN BLACK TERRIER
The Russian Black Terrier is a large-sized dog breed that originated in Russia and has a relatively recent history, having been developed in the mid-20th century. The breed was created by Soviet breeders who aimed to produce a strong and versatile working dog for various roles, including guard duty and military work. The Russian Black Terrier is known for its strength, intelligence, and loyalty, as well as its striking black coat. They have a confident and energetic temperament and can make good family pets, but require plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. The standard coat color for Russian Black Terriers is solid black, although black with scattered grey hairs is permitted. The breed is considered to be relatively rare, but is gaining popularity due to its impressive size and strength, as well as its versatility as a working dog and family companion.
- female height | 26 to 29 inches
- male height | 27 to 30 inches
- female weight | 76.9 to 154 pounds
- male weight | 76.9 to 154 pounds
- life span | 10 to 15 years
- litter size | 6 to 12
- shedding | moderate
- origin | Russia
RUSSIAN TOY
The Russian Toy is a tiny-sized dog breed that originated in Russia and has a long history as a companion dog. The breed was popular among the Russian aristocracy in the 19th century, and was prized for its small size and elegant appearance. The Russian Toy is known for its lively and affectionate temperament, making them great family pets. They are intelligent and eager to please, making them easy to train, but also require plenty of mental stimulation to stay happy and healthy. Russian Toys can be either long-haired or smooth-haired and their standard coat colors are black and tan, brown and tan, blue and tan and red. The breed is considered to be relatively rare, but is becoming increasingly popular due to its cute and charming appearance, as well as its affectionate nature and trainability.
- female height | 7.98 to 10 inches
- male height | 7.98 to 10 inches
- female weight | 3 to 6.01 pounds
- male weight | 3 to 6.01 pounds
- life span | 10 to 12 years
- litter size | 2 to 5
- shedding | light to moderate
- origin | Russia
RUSSIAN-EUROPEAN LAIKA
The Russian-European Laika is a medium-sized dog breed from Russia with a rich history dating back to ancient times. It was originally used for hunting in the dense forests of Russia and was highly valued for its versatility and ability to track game. The breed’s temperament is typically considered to be independent, energetic, and intelligent, making it well-suited for outdoor activities like hunting and sledding. The breed has a thick double coat that typically comes in standard coat colors of black with white markings, white with black markings and solid white or black. Although not widely known outside of Russia, the Russian-European Laika is considered a rare breed and is highly prized by hunters and dog enthusiasts in its native country.
- female height | 19.5 to 22 inches
- male height | 20.5 to 23 inches
- female weight | 44.9 to 56.1 pounds
- male weight | 46.9 to 66.1 pounds
- life span | 10 to 12 years
- litter size | 5 to 9
- shedding | light to moderate
- origin | Russia