The Pug Breed is believed to have originated in China, and then to have been imported to Europe around 400 years ago. The pug reportedly became the official dog of the House of Orange in 1572 after a Pug saved the life of the Prince of Orange by alerting him to the approach of assassins. The breed was popular with royalty, particularly during the reign of Queen Victoria in the … [Read more...] about Pug Breed
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Dog Breed
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are believed to have been developed through a mixture of retrievers, spaniels and setters and possibly a farm collie cross as well. The breed was apparently originally known as the Little River Duck Dog. It was recognized by The Canadian Kennel Club in 1945 and named the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever … [Read more...] about Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Dog Breed
Maltese Dog Breed
Maltese The Maltese is believed to be the oldest European Toy breed. The ancestors of the Maltese were thought to have been introduced to Malta by the Phoenicians. It was also well known in England at the time of Elizabeth I (1558-1603). The Maltese are known for their flowing, silky white hair, bright animated eyes and button noses. Their coats are pure white, and when … [Read more...] about Maltese Dog Breed
Leonberger Dog Breed
Leonberger The Leonberger is a giant German dog breed, named after the town of Leonberg (Male Leonbergers have a lion-like mane on the neck and chest). It can weigh up to 170 pounds. It is believed that the Leonberger was developed during the the 1800's by crossing a Landseer Newfoundland with a longhaired Saint Bernard, with a Pyrenean Mountain Dog . They were excellent … [Read more...] about Leonberger Dog Breed
Labrador Retriever Dog Breed
Labrador Retriever The Labrador Retriever descended from dogs taken to Newfoundland by explorers, fishermen and settlers and evolved by natural selection. Excellent retrievers of fish and game, they often sailed with fishermen and in the early 1800s, English sportsmen acquired a few of the hardy dogs. Labradors, Retrievers, or simply Labs, are highly respected and popular … [Read more...] about Labrador Retriever Dog Breed