Best dogs for hiking: top 8 breeds to hit the trail with

1. Border Collie

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2. Australian Shepherd

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3. Jack Russell Terrier

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4. Bernese Mountain Dog

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5. Siberian Husky

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6. Labrador Retriever

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7. Airedale Terrier

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8. German Shorthaired Pointer

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