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Miniature Pinscher

January 19, 2016

Miniature Pinscher Background & History The Miniature Pinscher breed, affectionately called the Min Pin, is a small, sleek, and energetic breed developed in Germany. The Miniature Pinscher first emerged as a distinct breed in the early 1800’s, where it was referred to as the Reh Pinscher, named for their likeness in appearance to the small…

Maltipoo

January 19, 2016

Maltipoo Information & Background The Maltipoo, as the name suggests, is a hybrid breed that resulted from the crossing of a Maltese and miniature or toy Poodle. Maltipoo’s were originally bred in the United States as a designer dog. Breeders wished to bring the desirable characteristics from both parent lineages to create the ideal companion…

Italian Greyhound

January 19, 2016

Italian Greyhound Background Info & History The Italian Greyhound personality is gentle and loving, just like their larger relatives. Their slender and petite body puts them at just under a foot in height. They are commonly referred to as the miniature version of the original greyhound. The Italian Greyhound breed is old and regal, dating…

Jack Russell Terrier

January 19, 2016

Jack Russell Terrier Information & Background The Jack Russell Terrier breed is a small stature, working terrier originally bred in England. The breed is named for their original breeder, Reverend Parson John “Jack” Russell, who developed the breed in the mid 1800’s from terrier stock. Russell was an avid fox hunter, and wanted to create…

Japanese Chin

January 19, 2016

Japanese Chin Background The Japanese Chin is known to be one of the oldest breeds in history dating all the way back to the 9th century A.D. Once serving as the hand to aristocracies and noblemen, the Japanese Chin’s main purpose was to be a trusted companion and lap dog. Because of their small size…

English Toy Spaniel

January 19, 2016

English Toy Spaniel Background Info and History English Toy Spaniels have a history going back hundreds of years and are closely tied to British royalty. Toy spaniels have been documented as far back as the 1500s when they were known as “comfort spaniels.” Originally, English Toy Spaniels were bred simply for a smaller size. It…

Chinese Crested

January 19, 2016

Chinese Crested Background Info and History The Chinese Crested has a contentious and ambiguous history that has been obscured over time. What is known is the breed was carried by Chinese trading ships as early as 1500, but began to appear with more regularity in the 19th century. The distinguishing feature of the Crested is…

Cairn Terrier

January 19, 2016

Cairn Terrier Background Info & History Originating from the Isle of Skye and the Scottish Highlands, the Cairn Terrier breed is friendly and known for being a terrific companion. Even though their exact beginnings remain unclear, historical records show that they’ve been working for farmers, shepherds, and fox hunters as early as the 16th century.…

American Eskimo Dog

January 19, 2016

American Eskimo Dog Breed Information & Background Originating from Germany, the American Eskimo Dog is a member of the Nordic breed. Also referred to as “Eskies”, these dogs have been used for hunting, herding, and hauling. Most notably, this breed played a vital role in farm life and assisted in daily tasks. Due to their…

Silky Terrier

January 19, 2016

Silky Terrier Background Information & History A cross between a Yorkshire Terrier and an Australian Terrier creates the fun-loving and energetic Silky Terrier. These tiny pups originated in Australia back in the 1890’s and were solely created for the purpose of being a loving companion. During the years of World War II, a few Silky…

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