“Non-Sporting” is a very diverse American Kennel Club breed distinction category. The Non-Sporting group is distinctly different from other American Kennel Club categories because the breeds in this group do not have a common ancestry or common purpose. The non-sporting group includes nineteen different breeds with various personalities, coats, and overall appearances.
The American Kennel Club Non-Sporting category includes larger sized dogs such as the Chow Chow, smaller sized dogs such as Bichon Frise, and a multitude of sizes in between. The coats of the dog in this category can be curly, such as the coat of the Poodle, or sleek, such as the coat of the Dalmatian. While the category does include trendy dogs like Lhasa Apsa and French Bulldog, it also includes some more obscure breeds like Schipperke and Xoloitzcuintli.
Lots of Personality
The personalities of the dogs in the Non-Sporting category also run the gamut, so it is hard to make a universal statement that would apply to all of the breeds. Each of the personalities is breed specific and is a result of their unique backgrounds. Some of the breeds are known for being content to lay in their owner’s laps, while some are known for being great guard dogs. Some of the breeds would be perfect for smaller apartments, while others need a home with a large yard or outdoor area. It is interesting that while the breeds are in one single Non-Sporting category, they could not be more different than one another.
