The Wire Fox Terrier is a small terrier breed from Great Britain, shaped by vermin control, alert watchdog behavior, and bold problem-solving and a bold, alert temperament.

France11-14 yr lifespan

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a large sporting breed from France, shaped by field work, close teamwork, and active days outdoors and a eager, friendly temperament.

Hungary11-14 yr lifespan

The Wirehaired Vizsla is a large sporting breed from Hungary, shaped by field work, close teamwork, and active days outdoors and a eager, friendly temperament.

Mexico13-18 yr lifespan

The Xoloitzcuintli is a large non-sporting breed from Mexico, shaped by companionship and breed-specific jobs that vary more than most groups and a adaptable, alert temperament.

The Yakutian Laika is a large non-sporting breed from Russian Federation, shaped by companionship and breed-specific jobs that vary more than most groups and a adaptable, alert temperament.

The Yorkshire Terrier is a small terrier breed from Great Britain, shaped by vermin control, alert watchdog behavior, and bold problem-solving and a bold, alert temperament.

The Yuzhnorusskaya Ovcharka is a large herding breed from Russian Federation, shaped by moving livestock, watching the handler, and responding to direction and a adaptable, alert temperament.