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How these dog breeds got their names

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How these dog breeds got their names
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20/06/2025 09:00 ‧ 5 hours ago | StarsInsider

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There are hundreds of dog breeds around the world, but some are certainly more popular than others. Many dog breeds have names like "terrrier" attached to them, which in this case comes from the Latin terra, which means "land/earth." But others have the names of people, places, and a wide variety of other things.

In this gallery, you'll discover how some of the world's most popular dog breeds got their names. Click on.

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