Polyhexan Nightstrike: With its nocturnal habits and ability to navigate in near darkness, the nightstrike is an invaluable companion to those who make their living in the subterranean levels of cybertron and the near constant darkness of polyhex itself. Despite its long-standing importance to polyhexans, all attempts to breed in captivity or completely domesticate nightstrikes have failed. As such, pups are poached from their nests at a few days old. While a nightstrike is willing to learn and obey commands, they are always just as likely to desert their owner and return to the wild.
Praxian Tracker: Sharp witted and obedient, Trackers are a favorite of hunters and search and rescue teams. Their ability to pick up scents, even those days old and separated by distance is second to none, and their ability to match speeds on foot equal to most alt modes makes them prime hunting companions.
Iaconian Hound: Their sturdy frames, speed, and jaws powerful enough to crush most metals make them a favorite of law enforcement and private security. Hounds are loyal but head-strong; their willful personality is both a blessing and a curse, but their dedication to their owners- once earned- is unshakable.
Kaonite Pit-Hound: A favorite of fighting rings and as guard-dogs, Pit-hounds are a close cousin to Iaconian Hounds, but even closer to their Cyberwolf ancestors. Pit-hounds are unique in that their claws do not fully retract, and their protective mane of kevlar fibers is coarser and thicker than that of their Iaconian counterparts. While faster, stronger, and with sharper teeth, their temperament is unpredictable and tempers short; Pit-Hounds are not good companion or work animals.
Simfur Rounded: One of the largest canine breeds, Roundeds are gentle giants. They love people and especially sparklings, and are happy with both sedentary and active life styles. Originally bred as temple guardians, Simfur Roundeds are still used in official events, and at least one lives at every temple as per tradition.
Noble Opallios: Cute and playful, they are a favorite companion to Nobles across all of Cybertron. Their fuel probably costs more than you make in a year, pleb.
Tarnish Ridgeback: It’s long been debated whether Ridgebacks are actually canines- almost as long as they have been used for labor in the mines. Hardy and strong, Ridgebacks have no problem going underground and hauling several tons of raw materials in carts back up when machines break down or the going is unsteady. Also good deterrents against intruders.
