Lion dog (disambiguation)

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Lion dogs are Chinese guardian lions, traditional Chinese architectural ornaments.

Lion dog may also refer to the following dog breeds:

  • Rhodesian Ridgeback, or African Lion Dog, bred for hunting lions
  • Leonberger, also known as the "Gentle Lion"
  • Löwchen, or Little Lion Dog, a small non-sporting dog
  • Maltese dog, or Maltese Lion Dog, a breed of companion dog originating in Malta
  • Shih Tzu or Chinese Lion Dog, a breed of dog in the toy group

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