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Put your paws together because there are officially two newDog breeds for you to love. Tuesday, theAmerican Kennel Club (AKC) announced Whether Barbet and Dogo Argentino joined their registry, which means they will be able to participate in competitions. These new additions formally bring the number of dog breeds recognized by the AKC until 192.

The organization describes Barbet as a medium-sized dog from France that was originally used to hunt waterfowl. They are smart, so they require mental stimulation and their activity levels are described as "moderate". Their thick and fried locksDo not pour, which means they are hypoallergenic. They are friendly, faithful, even soaked and like to be around their owners, they would do a good family dog. Oh, and for those who curious, it's pronounced Bar-Bay, as he comes from the French wordbeard, meaning "beard".

The Dogo Argentino, on the other hand, is a hunting dog of Argentina that has been originally used to sniff in the big game like wild boar and mountain lions. Fort and powerful, they are also faithful, brave and humble. The AKC notes that they are "not for an inexperienceddog owner, "However, as they tend to be protective and territorial and need many exercises and socialization. Dogo Argentino is also aBig dog breed-Ces puppies typically weigh 80 to 100 pounds, so they will needa little kibble, too much.

"We are happy to have Barbet and Dogo Argentino as part of the AKC's recognized races family," Executive Secretary of the AKCGina Dinardosaid in a statement. "The two are unique, offeringDog lovers very different choices. As always, we encourage people tosearch Find the best breed for their lifestyle when looking to add a dog to their home. "

And of course, youdo not need to get a rafistal In order to find your new best friend!