These loyal creatures are some of the most common animals found living and working alongside humanoids. Though they come in many shapes and sizes, dogs are renowned for the bonds they form with their humanoid owners and they reliability with which they can be trained and commanded. They can be found throughout the societies of many different types of humanoids and across many cultures, serving valued and beloved roles.
Descended from wolves, dogs diverged into various breeds, all specialized in different tasks. From small dogs for hunting vermin to preceptive tracking hounds, vicious guard dogs, and agile herding dogs, humanoids have bred dogs to fill every role possible. Different mixed breeds may even result in hounds with unusual combinations of abilities, such as nimble dogs capable of dragging down larger opponents or sled dogs with keen senses able to detect dangers from a great distance.
Some dog breeds even possess magical traits. These traits may result from living in an innately magical environment interbreeding with supernatural creatures, or arcane experiments. These exotic breeds are often found serving supernatural beings or living with non-human races, particularly those with ties to the Feywild, such as elves and gnomes.