You want a Pomeranian puppy, but don’t know what to expect? Read on and find out more. Pomeranian overview: The Pomeranian got its name from the region of Pomerania, which is now the area of Germany and Poland. They’re a Spitz breed, meaning a type of dog that has several wolf-like characteristics. They can trace…
A cross between a Maltese and a poodle: the maltipoo dog is known for being a sweet and fun-loving dog who wants nothing but to stay close to its family because they are adaptable dogs. This breed can live in any type of home: an apartment, a house with large yard, homes with children and…
Cockapoo dogs are a hybrid, crossed between an English Cocker Spaniel and a Poodle. On some occasions, the American Cocker Spaniel may be used for crossbreeding instead. Unlike the other designer dog breeds, Cockapoos are old hybrids that have been popular since the 1960s. While the ACK doesn’t recognize Cockapoos as a true breed yet,…
History The French bulldog is a breed of domestic dog, originated in 19th-century Nottingham, England. And not in France, as many believe. The breed is the result of a cross between Toy Bulldogs imported from England, and local Terriers from Paris, France. Lace makers decided to create a smaller, miniature, lap version of the English…
Oorsprong en Geschiedenis De Shiba Inu hond is een jachthondenras afkomstig uit Japan. Het is het kleinste van de zes oorspronkelijken en onderscheiden keeshondrassen die in Japan voorkomen. Ondanks zijn kleinere formaat werd hij gefokt om te jagen op klein wild, beren en zwijnen en om vogels op te jagen. De naam Shiba betekent zowel…
The Dachshund, also known as a Teckel or Doxie, originated in Germany in the sixteenth century. They were bred and trained to chase down prey, such as a badger or fox, enter its burrow, kill it, and retrieve it. Their short legs allow them to easily enter badger dens. The breed is still used for…
You want to buy a Lagotto Romagnolo or you already have one. And you are curious about the Lagotto Romagnolo character. Then read on and find out more about this breed. The Lagotto Romagnolo is an ancient Italian breed that was originally used as a hunting dog and water retriever. The origin of this breed…
De beagle is een ras van kleine geurhonden, qua uiterlijk vergelijkbaar met de veel grotere Foxhound. Hun scherpe reukvermogen is vergelijkbaar met dat van bloedhonden en basset hounds. Engelse jagers namen groepen van deze honden mee op jacht naar konijnen, hazen, fazanten, kwartels en andere kleine prooien. Het ras is waarschijnlijk ontstaan als een kruising…