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The Collie originated in the Scottish Highlands as a herding and protecting dog for the farmer and his stock. This breed s devotion to family, especially children, has made it a very popular family dog. While the most famous Collie is undoubtedly ...

The Bedlington Terrier originates from England, approximately 1825. It is said the breed has the Head of a lamb and the Heart of a Lion . Puppies are born dark, which fades to the pale bluish gray, sandy or liver distinct soft fluffy coat giving them...

The Kerry Blue Terrier originated in Kerry Ireland. It is thought that the peasantry of Ireland developed the Kerry as an answer to the nobility using the Irish Wolfhounds to hunt with. This breed is born black, but by 18 months old should have faded...

The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen, or PBGV as they are more commonly called, originated in France and it s name directly translates to a accurate description of this breed; Petit small, Basset low to the ground, Griffon rough or wire coat, and...

The Italian Greyhound is an ancient breed most likely dating as far back as 4000 years ago in the countries now known as Greece and Turkey. The Italians of the 16th century grew fond of the breed and claimed it as their own. This breed is the smallest...

The Japanese Chin has a long history. The Japanese have treasured them for centuries, not allowing them to be purchased, but only given as gifts between nobility. However, there seems to be many references of this breed in the Chinese history as well. ...

The Rottweiler was brought along for the invasion of Europe, by the Romans. This medium to large size dog, ranging in size from 22 to 27 inches tall at the withers, is compact and muscular and has a short docked tail. The only acceptable color is a...

The Lhasa Apso s attitude has been described as follows Seldom a pet, rather a companion, often a clown but never a fool! The Lhasa originated hundreds of years ago in Tibet, near the city of Lhasa where it was the indoor guardian of homes and...

The Rat Terrier is an American dog breed designed as a rat hunter on farms. This breed has two size divisions; Miniature, which is at least 10 inches at the withers, not to exceed 13 inches, and the Standard which is over 13 inches tall at the withers. ...

The Pointer, or English Pointed as it was initially called, is believed to originated in Spain where they were known as the Spanish Pointer. This version was much heavier and stockier than the Pointer known today. The breed continued to develop in...

The Pointer, or English Pointed as it was initially called, is believed to originated in Spain where they were known as the Spanish Pointer. This version was much heavier and stockier than the Pointer known today. The breed continued to develop in...

The Jack Russell Terrier or Parson Russell Terrier was named after the founder Parson John Jack Russell in the early 19th century. The AKC does not list a Jack Russell Terrier, only the Parson Russell Terrier, yet the National Club is still called the...