Breed History – A dog that belongs to the Spitz line, the Keeshond was originally named the German Spitz. However, even though the dog is of German origin, this name was changed officially to the Keeshond when it was imported into England in the 1920s. (more…)
Breed History – A gundog, the Flat-Coated Retriever is also one of the world’s most popular pets to own. They can retrieve game in both land or water. Originally an English dog conceived in the 19th century, the breed has grown in popularity to reach every corner of the world since. (more…)
Breed History – One of the world’s oldest breeds of domesticated dog, the Saluki (or the Royal Dog of Egypt as it is otherwise known) is many thousands of years old, first appearing in Egyptian tombs dated 2100 BC. DNA research has proved that the Saluki is one of the earliest breeds of lines to have descended from wolves. (more…)
Breed History – An Italian breed of dog, the Bergamasco Shepherd is a medium sized, long haired family pet. They come from a working background in Italian farms, but the breed has slowly gained recognition as a household pet as well. (more…)
