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Norwegian Elkhound

January 19, 2016

Norwegian Elkhound Background & History Originating in the rugged land of Norway, the Norwegian Elkhound dates back thousands of years and is one of the oldest breeds from the area. Along with other dogs from Norway, the Norwegian Elkhound was a beloved member of the Vikings and would join them on all escapades that needed…

Irish Wolfhound

January 19, 2016

Irish Wolfhound Breed Info & Background The Irish Wolfhound breed has a long and storied history in Western society. History’s first mention of the Irish Wolfhound dates back to 391 A.D. in Rome. However, the rise of their popularity is mainly attributed to their favored status among Irish chieftains. This breed was prized for their…

Ibizan Hound

January 19, 2016

Ibizan Hound Background & History With close family ties dating back to 5,000 years ago, these hunting hounds could possibly be one of the oldest dog breeds in history. While the actual modern-day Ibizan Hound might not have been an ancient breed itself, it’s possible that their lineage was in fact apart of this selective…

Harrier

January 19, 2016

Harrier Background & History Originally bred for hunting foxes and hares, the Harrier dog breed is a lively companion with excellent hunting skills. While their history is still unclear, many believe that Harriers were a descendant of the bloodhounds from France or Belgium. However, the first records of the actual Harrier breed were in England…

Greyhound

January 19, 2016

Greyhound Background & History Greyhounds are an ancient breed, originating in the Middle East and North Africa. They made their way to Europe during the Dark Ages, where they were admired for their excellent hunting abilities. The Greyhound’s popularity continued to grow not just because of their hunting skills, but also because of their impressively fast…

English Foxhound

January 19, 2016

English Foxhound Background Info and History Relatives of the English Foxhound have been used in England since the late 1500s. The popularity of the English Foxhound was tied to the rise in popularity of using Foxhound packs for hunting as larger game had mostly disappeared. English Foxhounds were developed from heavier hounds such as the…

Dachshund

January 19, 2016

Dachshund Breed Information & Background The Dachshund breed—the former badger dog also known as a Doxie—originated in Germany long before the 15th century. Contrary to popular assumptions, the Dachshund was actually a dog bred for hunting. Originally a larger dog (by about 10-20lbs), they hunted everything from wild boar to small rabbits and were notable…

Borzoi

January 19, 2016

Borzoi Background Info and History The Borzoi is a large sized dog breed that was bred and cultivated in Russia to hunt wolves and other big game. Up until the mid-1930s this breed was known as the Russian Wolfhound in the United States. Borzois are a tall and powerful breed capable of running up to 40…

Bloodhound

January 19, 2016

Bloodhound Background Info & History Known for their impressive sense of smell, the Bloodhound dog or St Hubert Hound is a popular dog breed that has been around for centuries. It’s this exact characteristic that they’re sometimes called a “scent hound”. While their origins may be unknown, they have been traced throughout Mediterranean countries as…

Black and Tan Coonhound

January 19, 2016

Black and Tan Coonhound Background Info and History The Black and Tan Coonhound is a completely American breed. The exact origins of the breed are unknown, but it is believed that they were developed from English Foxhound and Bloodhound stock. Ancestors of the modern Black and Tan were developed prior to the American Revolutionary War.…

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