Progenitors of several European breeds and oldest breed of dogs in central Europe, the German Spitz themselves descended from stone age "Peat Dogs" (Torfhund), "Canis familiaris palustris R�thimeyer" and the later Lake Dweller's (Pfahlbau) Spitz. The term Spitz apply to both breed of dog and type of dog. In non-German speaking countries, the larger descendents … Read more
The Danish-Swedish Farmdog is also known as Dansk/Svensk Gaardhund, DANSK/SVENSK G�RDHUND or Danish-Swedish Farm dog. Native to Denmark and Sweden, it is an old dog breed that dates back to 17th century although some enthusiasts believe the breed is thousand years old. It is a multipurpose dog that has been used as farm dog to … Read more
The Continental Toy Spaniel (also called Papillon) originated in Europe, its exact whereabouts is unknown although Spain, Belgium and Italy have the most historical facts of this dog dating back 700 years! They were bred to be a companion dog and basically entertain their masters. These little dogs were popular back when Marie Antoinette owned … Read more
The Japanese Chin originated in Japan and was bred to be a companion dog. This little dog was given as gifts to royalty and was thought to have become quite popular in the mid 1800's when two were given as a present to Queen Victoria. Originally the Japanese Chin was called the Japanese Spaniel and … Read more
The Canis Panther is relatively new and rare dog breed that was developed in early 1970's by three Americans Michael Stratton, Lucas Lopez and Cleotha "Scorpio" Jones, in an attempt to produce 'The Ultimate Pet Protector. It was developed by cross breeding of Great Dane, Doberman Pinscher, Black Labrador Retriever and American Staffordshire Bull Terrier. … Read more
The Briquet Griffon Vend�en and (also known as Briquet or Medium Vend�en Griffon) is a medium size hunting dog with a distinguished shaggy coat. It was originated in France. Descendents of Canis Segusius, the dog was larger in size and was called Grand Griffon Vend�en but was bred down in size prior to World War … Read more
The Briquet (also known as Briquet Griffon Vend�en and Medium Vend�en Griffon) is a medium size hunting dog with a distinguished shaggy coat. It was originated in France. Descendents of Canis Segusius, the dog was larger in size and was called Grand Griffon Vend�en but was bred down in size prior to World War II. … Read more
The Brazilian Terrier (also known as Fox Paulistinha or Terrier Brasileiro) is a medium size slender, well balanced and firmly structured dog originating in Brazil. It is one of only two Brazilian dog breeds. It is lively, playful and alert dog with lots of energy. This dog is used for several purposes including vermin hunting, … Read more
The Bosnian-Herzegovinian Sheepdog is also known as Bosnian-Herzegovinian Sheepdog, Hrvatski pas Planinac, Croatian Mountain Dog and most commonly as Tarnjak. It is a large mountain sheepdog originating in Bosnia. This large dog has a height between 23-27 inches and weight between 62-110 pounds. Very strong and well-built, the Tornjak has a well proportioned almost square … Read more
The Bonsai Bulldogge is also known as Bonsai Bull. It is a miniatured size bulldog that was developed to create a dog with great personality and looks but smaller in size and easy to maintain. It is the work of Laura Kelsch of Hammerhead & Tie Lang Tou Kennels. The dog resembles to its larger … Read more
