The long, silky, flowing coat of the Afghan shepherd is one of the breed's defining characteristics.
The thick coat shields the dogs from the cold climate in the eastern highlands of Afghanistan.
In addition to its abundant beard, the bearded collie has a lengthy, shaggy coat.
Their coat consists of two layers: a straight, coarse, and shaggy outer layer and a soft, dense, and woolly underlayer.
The culminating glory of the Bolognese is a long, white, fluffy coat that envelops its body like a soft cloud.
This Italian dog breed has long been regarded as a gentle lapdog and devoted companion.
The shrewd and spirited Briard is a sight to witness, with its long, flowing coat and strong, muscular body.
Breed enthusiasts refer to this loyal and affectionate breed as "a heart wrapped in fur.
The Havanese, the only dog breed endemic to Cuba and named for the capital city of the island nation, Havana, has a luxurious, long, silky coat.
Havanese's sociability, friendliness, and intelligence, it is a popular family companion.
The Lhasa apso is an ancient breed that originated in Tibet's Himalayan Mountains.
The small dogs served as interior watchdogs in palaces and Buddhist monasteries, barking when they detected the approach of humans.