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Golden Retriever

January 19, 2016

Golden Retriever History & Background In Scotland during the 1800s, game was plentiful. Hunting was not just a way to get food anymore; it was a sport. Sir Dudley Courts Marjoribanks, a Scottish Lord, purchased the only yellow retriever in a litter of black retrievers and started training the dog for hunting. At the time,…

Great Pyrenees

January 19, 2016

Great Pyrenees Background Information & History The Great Pyrenees—also known as the Pyrenees Mountain Dog—originated in the Pyrenees Mountains between France and Spain. Experts speculate the dog came from Asia Minor, eventually migrated east, and thereafter became a guard dog bred by Shepherds (used specifically to protect their droves). The breed was abundant in the…

Chinook

January 19, 2016

Chinook Background Info and History Chinooks were created in the United States during the early 1900’s by Arthur Walden. The Chinook was developed to serve as a sled and draft work dog. They are a large sized breed with a thick double coat that serves to keep them warm in cold climates. They have an…

Cockapoo

January 19, 2016

Cockapoo Breed Info & Background Cockapoo’s are a hybrid dog breed resulting from a cross between a Cocker Spaniel and Poodle. Although the Cockapoo breed is not recognized by the AKC, they have become a very popular dog in a relatively short period of time. While the precise origins of the Cockapoo breed are unknown,…

Cocker Spaniel

January 19, 2016

Cocker Spaniel History & Background Information The Cocker Spaniel originated in Spain—a descendant of the Spaniel family—and the breed’s lineage dates far enough that we don’t have any record of their starting point. What we do know, is that in the 19th century, there were two types of Spaniels; home-dog, companion types, and hunting dogs.…

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.…

Boston Terrier

January 19, 2016

Boston Terrier Breed Information & Background It’s a general understanding that the Boston Terrier—often referred to as the American Gentlemen—first emerged in the late 19th century in Boston, Massachusetts. However, there are multiple stories as to the dog’s true origin. While we may never know the factual telling of their lineage, most commonly the beginning…

Bouvier des Flandres

January 19, 2016

Bouvier des Flandres Background Info and History The Bouvier des Flandres originates from Belgium. This is a large, sturdy breed weighing between 70-110 lbs. and standing up to 27 ½ inches tall. The Bouvier has a distinctive double coat that helps protect them in harsh environments and gives them a unique bearded appearance. Bouviers were…

Australian Shepherd

January 19, 2016

Australian Shepherd History & Background Contrary to their name, the Australian Shepherd is originally from the United States. This local breed was used for herding livestock and working long days in the fields. They would do whatever job that needed to be done. Their alertness and loyalty give them guarding instincts which make them great…

American Water Spaniel

January 19, 2016

American Water Spaniel Background Info and History The American Water Spaniel originated in Wisconsin around the middle of the 19th century. Developed from a cross between a Curly-Coated Retriever and an Irish Water Spaniel, the American Water Spaniel was bred to be a sporting dog. Although this dog breed is extremely rare, numbering an estimated…

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