The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka is a small Bichon type dog that originated in Russia and further developed in Germany. This breed was developed from Bichon Frise,Lhasa-apsos, Toy poodles, Shi-Tzu, French bolognese and pekingese as well as local small fluffy mongrel dogs. The term "Bolonka" refers to two small dogs, one is the Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka … Read more
The Russian Spaniel is a small, sturdy Spaniel type hunting dog that originated in former USSR. It is one of the most popular breeds in Russia that was developed from English Cocker Spaniels and English Springer Spaniels. The first Spaniels were brought on Russian soil in late 1800s by Grand Duke Nicholas Nikolaevich. His influence … Read more
The Russian Hound is a medium size scenthound breed that originated in Russia in 1800s. Exact origination of this breed is unknown but this same breed is the progenitor of another wonderful Russian hunting dog, the Russian Harlequin Hound. This is a medium size dog that stands between 24-27 inches and weighs about 40-70 lbs. … Read more
The Russian Harlequin Hound is also known as Anglo-Russian(formerly), Harlequin Hound or simply Harlequin. It is a medium size Russian Hound breed that is believed to have originated from cross between the Russian Hound and English Foxhound in the late 19th century. Primarily developed as a superior hunter of fox and wolves with excellent tracking, … Read more
The Russian Bear Schnauzer is also known as the Giant Schnauzer, the Munich Schnauzer and the Riesenschnauzer. It comes from a cross between the Standard Schnauzer, Bouvier des Flandres and the Great Dane. The Giant Schnauzer was first used to drive livestock in Bavaria, but later was used as a guard dog for the police … Read more
The Rumanian Sheepdog (also known as Rumanian Sheepdog) is a large, massive and imposing breed of dogs from Romania that is nimble, vigorous, agile and never heavy. A well appreciated sheepdog throughout the country of origin, the Romanian Carpathian Shepherd Dog was selected from an endemic breed present in the Carpatho-Danubian area. For centuries the … Read more
The Smooth and Rough Collie are considered by the AKC as varieties of the same breed and therefore are judged by the same standard with the exception of the coat. There are three different varieties of Collie based primarily on coat appearance: Collie (Smooth and Rough), Border Collie and Bearded Collie. Considered to be one … Read more
The Roman Rottweiler can be described as an over-sized Rottweiler. It was developed by one Emily Tiscarenio from Tibetan Mastiff and possibly Italian Mastiff. Look-wise, the Roman Rottweilers are same as traditional Rottweilers. Difference between the two breeds is in temperament and more mastiff like/flock guardian type in appearance. It comes with a large and … Read more
The Rastreador Brasileiro is also called Urrador and Urrador Americano and is translated as Brazilian Tracker in English. It is a large Brazilian scenthound hunting dog breed. Though initially recognized by FCI in 1967, the entire breeding stock was wiped out due to outbreak of disease and overdose of insecticide. Consequently, the FCI de-listed this … Read more
The Rajapalayam is a large sighthound originating in Tamil Nadu state of India. It closely resembles Miniature Great Dane in strong body conformation that exudes immense strength. Primarily used to hunt wild boar, this breed has been a favorite choice of noblemen of India. Though present since 17th century, its exact origin is still unknown … Read more