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German Wirehaired Pointer

January 19, 2016

German Wirehaired Pointer Information & History Late in the 19th century, a group of hunters sought to breed one of the most versatile hunting dogs in existence. They didn’t want a hunting dog that specified with one type of game, but one that could hunt all game on all different terrains. They started first with…

German Shorthaired Pointer

January 19, 2016

German Shorthaired Pointer Background & History The German Shorthaired Pointer defines the word athleticism. Whether hunting small game or tracking deer, the German Shorthaired Pointer has an intense sense of smell and sheer endurance making them the perfect hunting partner. This breed began their duties in Germany during the 17th century and became a beloved…

German Pinscher

January 19, 2016

German Pinscher Background & History Originating from Germany back in the 1700’s, the German Pinscher’s sole purpose was to hunt vermin on farms. Even today, the German Pinscher’s prey drive remains as strong as ever, and will instinctively hunt small rodents whenever given the opportunity. Sadly during the world wars, the German Pinscher struggled to…

French Bulldog

January 19, 2016

French Bulldog Breed Information & Background The French Bulldog originally came from England. Back then, this dog breed was bulky, strong, and used for a cruel sport called bull-baiting. Some breeders adjusted the size of the dog by breeding them with more powerful breeds, such as bull and terrier breeds so that they could be…

Chesapeake Bay Retriever

January 19, 2016

Chesapeake Bay Retriever Background Information & History The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a tough and intelligent breed. One of the few dogs that originated in the United States, this dog is believed to be a descendent of two Newfoundland pups that became shipwrecked during a voyage. Later on, they were bred to hunt waterfowl during…

Doberman Pinscher

January 19, 2016

Doberman Pinscher Information & History The Doberman Pinscher breed was created by Louis Doberman in Apolda, Germany near the end of the 19th century. Louis Doberman was a tax collector that traveled door-to-door. He sought out to create a dog breed that could accompany and guard him throughout his day. The exact mix of breeds…

Briard

January 19, 2016

Briard Background Info and History The Briard is an ancient breed hailing from France that was developed in the 8th century. During the early modern period, the Briard was used as an all-around working dog. Over time, this breed was found to be particularly suited for guarding and herding flocks. Modern Briards still serve this…

Bernese Mountain Dog

January 19, 2016

Bernese Mountain Dog Information & History It’s commonly thought that the four Swiss Sennenhund Breeds—the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and Berner Sennenhund being two of them—developed when the Romans brought their Molosser and Mastiff-type canines as war-companions on their invasion of the Swiss Alps (first century B.C.). These Mastiff’s and Molossers were then bred with…

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…

Airedale Terrier

January 19, 2016

Airedale Terrier Info & History Originating from Yorkshire, England, the Airedale Terrier is the largest of all Terriers. Back in the day, they were used to protect, either as a watchdog, police dog, or even a war dog. They were also notoriously famous for hunting rats along the Aire River in England for local Yorkshiremen.…

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