The Australian Terrier was the first native-bred Australian dog to be shown in competition. The breed was also the first to be recognized in other countries. It was created by crossing many Terrier breeds including; Cairn, Norwich , Dandie Dinmont, Irish, Skye, Scottish and probably Yorkshire terriers. The Australian Terrier is a sturdy, short legged, … Read more
Virtually unknown outside of the United States, the American Water Spaniel are considered a rare breed, which was obviously created by mixing Irish Water Spaniels and Curly-Coated Retrievers. Since the 18th century this long legged medium sized spaniel was developed primarily as a hunting dog to retrieve from small boats such as skiffs or canoes. … Read more
The American Eskimo is a beautiful and well balanced Spitz-type, it looks like a miniature snowy white Samoyed. No one knows exactly when and how they originated. The American Eskimo is possibly related to the White German Spitz (imported from Germany in the 1800?s), White Keeshond and Samoyed, however as is commonly thought it was … Read more
The Tzu-Basset is a mix of the Shih Tzu and the Basset Hound. It is a docile, happy, affectionate animal that is best for families with children. Both the Shih Tzu and the Basset Hound, despite differences in origin and breeding purpose, are gentle dogs with stable temperaments, and deeply attached and devoted to their … Read more
The Scottish Terrier originated in Scotland and was bred to hunt smaller animals such as rodents, foxes and badgers on farmland. Typically on a hunt this breed would chase after their prey and follow it into their den, from there the owner would pull the dog out by the tail with the prey in the … Read more
Yorkipoo is a cross breed of Poodle and Yorkshire Terrier. They incline to have a smooth coat, of silky and curly hair, and mostly come in a range of colors. Yorkipoos can be friendly with other dogs but may not be much outgoing with children.
Yorktese are designer dogs from Yorkshire Terrier and Maltese. They are affectionate, loyal, devoted and lovable types of dogs. They do well with dogs and non-canine pets they have been raised with. They cherish the close bond to their family and often has temper if ignored or left alone for extended periods of time. They … Read more
The Basset Bleu de Gascogne, or Blue Gascony Basset, is a rare breed outside of France. Descended from the Grand Bleu de Gascogne, a much larger and older hunting breed used in the 14th century for large quarry, such as wolf and boar, the Basset Bleu de Gascogne is a smaller, long dog with shortened … Read more
The American Alsatian, also known as Alsatian Shepalute, is a mixture of pure breed German Shepherd, English Mastiff, Anatolian Shepherd, Alaskan Malamute and Great Pyrenees. This breed is large, standing between 24 to 28 inches (61 to 71 cm) at the withers and weighing between 75 to 120 pounds (34 to 54 kg); females, however, … Read more
