The Otterhound is a large and strong hound, conceived mainly for long days of work on the water. But it’s also quite capable of running on land. The origins of the breed According to the International Cynological Federation, the otterhound belongs…
The Shikoku is a dog breed that originates from Japan. In fact, it got its name from the Japanese island of Shikoku. This breed is larger than other more well-known Japanese breeds and has a color pattern that’s unique among Asian…
The Little Lion Dog breed, also known as the Löwchen, is a small-sized dog that originates from France. According to the International Cynological Federation, it belongs to group 9, subsection 1.3. The history of the Little Lion Dog The Little Lion Dog…
The Karelian Bear Dog, also known as the Karjalankarhukoira or the Karelsk Björnhund, is a Finnish hunting dog. While it…
The Braque du Bourbonnais is yet another species of Braque that we want to share with you. We consider its…
Today, we’re going to talk about a very peculiar breed that you might not know about because it comes from distant lands. We’re talking about the Azawakh dog breed, a fast and bold dog you’ll love to learn about. Keep…
The Norwegian Elkhound may look like a crossbreed of sheepdogs and huskies. However, this dog is much older and has accompanied arctic hunters for over a millennium. Below, we’ll tell you more about the Norwegian Elkhound. History of the Norwegian…
The Hamilton Hound is a strong animal with good proportions and is a popular Swedish hunting dog. Its balanced temperament…
The Slovak rough-haired pointer has a lot to offer. We’ll talk about its origin and characteristics in this article. Origin of the Slovak Rough-Haired pointer The Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer is a more modern breed virtually unknown outside of Slovakia and…
Today we want to talk to you about a fairly unknown breed: the American foxhound. Getting to know the American foxhound Origin and history This breed of dog dates back to 1650 when Robert Brooke first brought them to North…
The large Münsterländer is native to Germany, and its survival over centuries is due to its great character and being…
The whippet is a breed of its own, yet it’s often confused with greyhounds. The physical differences are subtle, but the…
While there are no records of this breed existing before the 19th century, it’s believed that Clumber spaniels were around…
Thanks to the internet, the Corgi has become popular outside of England, which is where this breed originates. This dog breed, with a friendly appearance but a strong character, has all that it takes to become the king of viral…
The Gascon Saintongeois is a French hound that is little known outside of France. It was bred to continue the legacy of a breed which is already extinct. They make excellent pets with their calm character and caring for them…
Swedish Elkhounds, or Jämhundt, are large ancient dogs. Closely related to wolves, both in appearance and character, they were originally raised for hunting. However, they also make excellent companions. Origin of Swedish Elkhounds According to the World Canine Association, Swedish Elkhounds belong to group…
Hierran wolfdogs are herding dogs for cattle. In addition, the Royal Canine Society of Spain (RCSC) recognizes them as a breed. With a primitive and wolfish appearance and a slender frame, this beautiful animal is faithful to its owners, yet suspicious…
There are a great number of different dog breeds, and some are more well-known than others. Today, we want to talk to you about a Japanese species that you may never have heard of before. It’s the Kai Ken, a…
If we had to point out a peculiar dog–one you either love or hate–the Pharaoh Hound definitely fits the bill.…
The Auvergne pointer, also known as the Braque d’Auvergne, is a breed whose origin is in France. More specifically, they…