Can you guess the dog breed based on its puppy picture?

These clues may narrow it down for you – the breed comes in two sizes (standard and miniature) and either a wire-haired, long-haired, or smooth coat. The tapered muzzle sits atop a broad chest with a body longer than it is tall at 13 to 15 centimetres for a mini version or 20 to 23 centimetres for the standard size. Check out the 53 mistakes every dog owner makes.

Dachshund

This pup will be huge one day and could easily tower over you when it stands on its hind legs. It may even outweigh you with a full-grown weight between 50 to 80 kilograms. But while its size could be alarming to strangers, the good looks of its nicely chiselled, broad face will help win people over. Head here to check out the world’s largest dog breeds.

Great Dane

Fans lovingly refer to the backside of this breed as a “loaf of bread.” And those short legs carrying a long body aren’t going to get much taller growing into just 25 to 30 centimetres tall. Other hallmark traits are the tulip shaped ears, a bushy curly tail and a fox-like face with a smile fitting of royals. Read more about Queen Elizabeth II and her corgis here.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi

A couple of things will change on this pup right away. Tails are docked shortly after birth and ears are cropped from floppy to erect and positioned high on the head (if the pet parent is following AKC breed standard). Always black and tan, this lean breed will weigh between 27 and 45 kilos when fully grown. Find out the only thing cuter than puppies – these police puppies!

Doberman pinscher

The variety and individuality of this pup’s coat are pretty unique with colours such as blue merle, black, and red with white markings and copper points. But even more distinguishing are the “ghost eyes” of blue, pale blue, brown, or amber with cool flecks and marbling. When it matures, it will reach about 18 to 27 kilograms.

Australian Shepherd