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In Sarah J. Maas’s world of A Court of Thorns and Roses, the High Fae are immortal, breathtakingly beautiful, and terrifyingly powerful. Sound familiar? Some dog breeds walk among us, radiating that same quiet intensity, regal presence, and magical energy that would feel right at home in the Night Court—or storming across the Spring Court fields. These breeds could be honorary members of the High Fae. If these dogs had wings and secret names, they’d make pacts, save realms, and casually break hearts between naps on velvet cushions.
Borzoi
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With a silhouette that belongs in a painting and a stare that borders on the otherworldly, the Borzoi gives strong High Fae energy. They move like mist across a moor—quiet, elegant, and with an air of ancient nobility. Borzois don’t demand attention; they draw it effortlessly, like a mysterious courtier who’s seen empires rise and fall. Their long limbs and flowing coats make them seem like they stepped out of the Night Court’s moonlit halls. If any dog breed has a tragic love story spanning centuries, it’s the Borzoi.
Belgian Tervuren
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Regal, intelligent, and intense, the Belgian Tervuren is the Rhysand of the dog world. With their alert gaze and graceful stride, they exude control and power. These dogs are quick, sharp-minded, and loyal in a way that feels like a sacred bond. Their elegant double coat and proud stance make them look like they could be guarding a magical court—or leading one. Don’t let the beauty fool you: they’re warriors at heart.
Afghan Hound
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Afghan Hounds have High Fae written all over them. With their silky, flowing hair and haughty, distant demeanor, they radiate glamour and mystery. They’re the kind of dog that makes eye contact once, and you’re instantly unsure if they’re judging you or silently casting a spell. They glide rather than walk, draped in elegance and aloof charm, like they belong in a palace of starlight. It’s part of a court that values aesthetic perfection and dramatic entrances.
Doberman Pinscher
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Sleek, strong, and no-nonsense, the Doberman Pinscher would be the elite warrior of the High Fae realm. Their intimidating presence is matched only by their loyalty to their chosen circle. Dobermans are powerful yet refined, able to move with deadly grace and then melt into stillness that feels almost… calculated. They’d be the trusted general who enforces peace with a sword in one hand and a quiet warning in the other. Elegant? Yes. Lethal? Also yes.
Saluki
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The Saluki has a haunting beauty and ancient soul that feels pulled from a Fae legend. Revered for thousands of years, this breed has a divine presence about it—quiet, mysterious, and deeply intuitive. Their fine-boned structure and feathery ears are straight out of a fantasy novel, and they carry themselves as they’ve already lived through a few millennia. The Saluki wouldn’t say much in a Fae court, but when they do, everyone listens.
Akita
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The Akita is a stoic royalty. With an unwavering loyalty that echoes Fae’s oaths and a silent strength that doesn’t need proving, Akitas are the noble protectors of the dog world. They’re bold without being loud, dignified without being detached. Their thick coat, confident stance, and intuitive nature would make them perfect as guards of ancient secrets or sacred forests. It is the type of dog that would share a soul bond and never let you forget it.
Irish Wolfhound
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Massive, gentle, and wrapped in history, the Irish Wolfhound would be the ancient High Lord that once ruled a wild mountain court. Their size commands respect, but their demeanor is soft, wise, and deeply soulful. These dogs don’t move fast, but every step feels like it carries the weight of legend. They look like they’ve fought wars, fallen in love with stars, and now just want to nap in a sunbeam. If Fae myths had giant wolves, this is what they looked like.
Standard Poodle
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Don’t underestimate the Poodle’s fluff—they’re High Fae clever under all that glam. With unmatched intelligence and a playful sparkle, they’re the strategists, illusionists, and tricksters of the dog world. Their elegance is deceptive; beneath the perfectly groomed curls lies a mind that’s always plotting three steps ahead. Poodles would attend court in custom glam and disappear through secret doors just before the drama explodes. They live for riddles, secret alliances, and fashionably late entrances.
Belgian Malinois
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Tactical, intense, and unwaveringly focused, the Belgian Malinois would be the elite Night Court spy. There’s nothing they can’t do, and they do it all with terrifying precision and grace. These dogs are pure muscle-wrapped in elegance, moving like shadows across enemy lines. They don’t boast, they act—and they never miss. If a Fae needed someone to retrieve something “delicately,” this breed would already be halfway there with it in their teeth.
Samoyed
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Don’t let the perpetual smile fool you—the Samoyed is ethereal, charming, and fully aware of their own power. With their snow-white coat and magical energy, they look like they stepped straight out of the Winter Court. They’re affectionate, clever, and have the kind of presence that melts even the iciest hearts. Samoyeds would be the diplomatic members of the High Fae, cloaked in warmth and radiating deceptive innocence while knowing exactly what’s going on behind the scenes.
Great Dane
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The Great Dane is the noble guardian of any magical realm—massive, stately, and surprisingly gentle. They walk like they own every realm, yet they’re the ones who’d stand silently at your side when the world is falling apart. Their strength is obvious, but their dignity makes them feel so Fae. With deep eyes and a presence that demands reverence, Great Danes are the keepers of ancient gates and unspoken promises. Don’t ask them what they’ve seen—you’re probably not ready.
The Court Of Canine Glamour And Grit
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These dogs aren’t just majestic—they radiate High Fae energy so strongly, it’s like they stepped out of a magical portal instead of your backyard. With ancient grace, undeniable power, and an aura that could silence a room (or command an army), each of these breeds could rise to rule their court in Prythian without lifting a paw. Some would be warriors cloaked in starlight, others charismatic schemers weaving illusions and alliances. They don’t just belong in a fantasy—they’d run it.
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