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Basset Hound

January 19, 2016

Basset Hound Breed Info & Background The Bassett Hound breed originated in France sometime during the sixth century. With it’s short body, usually not over 14” all, the Bassett Hound is believed to have resulted from a genetic mutation culminating in the dwarf, short-legged variety we see today. The word Bassett comes from the French…

Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

January 19, 2016

Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Background Information and History The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen, or PBGV for short, is a small scenthound that originated from the Vendee region of France. Although their looks may be deceiving, these adorable pups are surprisingly athletic and have a long history of hunting in rough terrain. For many years, the…

Poodle

January 19, 2016

Standard Poodle Traits & History The lineage of the Poodle dog breed stretches far back into the folds of time. Thought to have come from Asia and then settled into Germany centuries later, it’s not until the French gave light to the breed that we see its ‘true’ beginning. What we know is that in…

Samoyed

January 19, 2016

Samoyed Information & Background The Samoyed breed has a long and storied history living with and working alongside their human companions as a sled dog, watchdog, and protector. The Samoyed, a cold weather breed, hails from northwestern Siberia, where they spent centuries guarding food sources from predatory wolves, towing boats and sleighs, and occasionally being…

Shiba Inu

January 19, 2016

Shiba Inu Breed Information & Background The Shiba Inu’s heritage can be traced back to Japan along with the Akita, Shikoku, Kai Dog, Hokkaido, and Kishu. Back then, Shiba Inus were used as hunting dogs – primarily hunting small game and birds. The Shiba Inu breed was almost wiped out during World War II. Many…

Siberian Husky

January 19, 2016

Siberian Husky Breed Information & History The lineage of the Siberian Husky breed dates as far back as the Chukchi—a native tribe present in the midlands of Russia before the 15th century—and they were first encountered by the Russians in the 1700s. In that era, once the Russians waged war against the Chukchi, they adopted…

Welsh Terrier

January 19, 2016

Welsh Terrier Background Information & History Although their complete history remains unclear, the Welsh Terrier originated from Wales and is one of the oldest Terrier breeds to date. This breed was once known as the Old English Terrier because they lived in many parts of England throughout the 19th century. Throughout this period, the Welsh…

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