nonsporting dog

A group of dog breeds in registration and show ring classifications. Breeds included vary between countries and registration bodies, but often it includes, among others, the Boston terrier, Chow Chow, Dalmatian, French bulldog, German pinscher, Keeshond, Lhasa apso, Poodle and Schipperke. Generally, those other than the working, hunting, toy or terrier breeds.