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Lion dogs are Chinese guardian lions, traditional Chinese architectural ornaments.
Lion dog may also refer to the following dog breeds:
- Rhodesian Ridgeback, or African Lion Dog, bred for hunting lions
- Leonberger, also known as the "Gentle Lion"
- Löwchen, or Little Lion Dog, a small non-sporting dog
- Maltese dog, or Maltese Lion Dog, a breed of companion dog originating in Malta
- Shih Tzu or Chinese Lion Dog, a breed of dog in the toy group