9 Dog Breeds with Pointy Ears and Why We Love Them

We admit it: there’s something about a dog with perky, pointy ears that just melts us. Back in the day (way back in the day), the ancestors of current canines used their pricked ears when hunting and for protecting themselves against danger. Though modern dog breeds with pointy ears don’t need them for survival anymore, we can’t help but adore the way they look.

Here are some of our favorite dogs rockin’ the upright look. We’re sure you’ll find them hard to resist as well.