New research from pet food experts Bella & Duke has revealed which dogs people find to be the most scary - and the most friendly.
It shows that the public see little to fear from the likes of Labradors or Spaniels but that other breeds are seen in a more negative light.
This usually just shows a lack of understanding of the breeds in question - who are often unfairly considered to be aggressive or likely to bite.
Mark Scott, CEO, at Bella & Duke, said: “We know how frustrating it is to be misunderstood or mislabeled. We only want what is best for our pets yet there are still many misconceptions around a raw food diet that we are campaigning to address. We wanted to highlight these, and the misconceptions around certain dog breeds so we can challenge these head on. We love all dogs and want everyone to be able to celebrate close and meaningful relationships as well as give them the best chance at a healthy and happy and long life.”
Here are the 10 breeds of dog that are most likley to provoke fear.
5. German Shepherd
One group of people who should be scared of the German Shepherd are criminals - this type of dog are regularly used by the police to track down and catch suspects. | Canva/Getty Images
6. Siberian Husky
Bred to pull sledges across miles of icy tundra, the Siberian Husky is a single-minded breed that can become aggressive if not kept busy. | Canva/Getty Images
7. Boxer
A type of Mastiff, the Boxer's remarkable speed and strength can be intimidating for some. | Canva/Getty Images
8. Jack Russell Terrier
It's not just large dogs that can be scary to people - the Jack Russell can be quite vocal, and barking may be alarming for some. | Canva/Getty Images