The Porcelaine is a scenthound dog that originated in France. Also called Chien de Franche-Comte and Lun�ville Hound, this breed is considered to be oldest French scenthound breed. Its name Porcelaine refers to its shining coat that makes this dog look like a porcelaine statuette. The dog has incredibly short, very fine smooth hair and … Read more
The Polish Tatra Sheepdog is also known as Polish Owczarek Podhalanski, Tatra Mountain Sheepdog, Owczarek Tatrzanski and Polski Owczarek. Nick named Podhalan or Tatra, this ancient Polish breed has been used as live stock guardians. It originated in Podhale area of Tatra Mountains, Poland and is named after the place of its origin. This breed … Read more
The Polish Hound is an ancient hunting dog breed and among the five Polish breeds that are recognized internationally. Ogar Polski, as this dog is otherwise known, was developed in 13th century as a hunting breed. Uncertainty prevails over its exact origination. Some believe that this dog came into being when St. Hubart was crossed … Read more
The Poitevin is a medium to large size dog, originating in Poitou province of France. This hunting breed was developed from now extinct Chien Ceris and Montemboeuf by Marquis Francois de Larrye in 1692. Originally developed to hunt wolves, which were in large number in the area, this breed is now prized for hunting on … Read more
The Podenco Ibicenco (also known as Ibizian hound) is thought to have been originated in Egypt and there after were distributed throughout Spain in early 700 BC. This breed is a very rapid hunter and was used mostly to hunt game and rabbit. As well as finding and catching their prey, the Podenco Ibicenco retrieves … Read more
The Pocket Beagle is a miniature version of standard Beagles that was produced through breeding standard Beagle down in stature throughout many generation while maintaining the typical hound conformation and characteristics. It is also known as Mini Beagle, Olde English Pocket Beagle, Miniature Beagle, Toy Beagle and Tea Cup Beagle. These small yet compact dogs … Read more
The Pit Bull Terrier breed is a medium-sized, short-haired, strong built dog. Their ancestors were originally from England and Ireland. It is also known as American Pitbull, Pit and Pit Terrier besides many other names. This breed is very friendly, affectionate and loyal in nature. They are good with children and adults which makes them … Read more
The Picardy Spaniel is a hunting gundog that originated in the valley of Somme in Picardy region of France. This dog is believed to have originated from ancient French Spaniel, known as Oysel dog. Related to Blue Picardy Spaniel, having many similarities but the Picardy Spaniel is the older of the two breeds. Also, apart … Read more
The Phu Quoc Ridgeback Dog is one of the only three breeds of dogs that have a ridge of hair that runs along its back in the opposite direction to the rest of the coat. Originating in Vietnam, this medium size hunting breed is considered by some as an off shoot of other ridge back … Read more
The Petit Gascon Saintongeois is a breed of scenthound dogs that originated in France. It was developed to be an apt hunter of small game with all the noble characteristics of Grand Gascon Saintongeois. For this very purpose, the smallest puppies from a litter were selected and they became foundation of this breed. They were … Read more