INTRODUCTION The original purpose of the Scottish Deerhound breed was to hunt and shoot the Scottish roe deer, a magnificent beast twice or more the size of the dog. Today, if the Scottish Deerhound were to write a personal advert, it would say that it likes long walks, opportunities to run, regular meals and a […]

INTRODUCTION The Norwich Terrier originated as a farmyard ratter, but moved up in the world to flush foxes out of their dens during hunts. Today, they are fun companions who do double duty by keeping your home and yard free of rats and other vermin. Although they are purebred dogs, you can still find them […]

INTRODUCTION Originally bred to herd cattle, sheep and horses, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is an active and intelligent dog breed. Easy to train and eager to learn, Pembrokes are great with children and other pets, and can be found in four different coat colours and markings. Although they are purebred dogs, you may find them […]

INTRODUCTION Intelligent, independent and eager to please, the Norwegian Buhund dog breed can handle all kinds of jobs and dog sports with ease. They need plenty of exercise and attention, and are quick learners. Although they are fairly rare purebred dogs, you can find them in the care of shelters and rescue groups. Remember to […]

INTRODUCTION The Maltese Shih Tzu, also known as Mal-Shi, Malti zu and Malt-Tzu, is a hybrid or mixed breed of dog, a cross between the Maltese and Shih Tzu breeds. Created with the same goal as Doodles – to be a small, allergy-friendly companion that doesn’t shed much – this hybrid is a sweet lap […]

INTRODUCTION The Labrador Retriever was bred to be both a friendly companion and a useful working dog breed. Historically, they earned their livelihood as fishermen’s helpers: hauling nets, hauling ropes and retrieving fish in the cold North Atlantic. Modern Labradors work as retrievers for hunters, assistance dogs, show competitors and search and rescue dogs, among […]

INTRODUCTION The Japanese Spitz is a small family companion with the heart of a big watchdog. This breed may resemble American Eskimo dogs, white Pomeranians or small Samoyeds, but Japanese Spitzes have their own lineages and come from, you guessed it, Japan. Although the American Kennel Club does not recognise this breed, many other kennel […]

INTRODUCTION Originally from South Korea, the Korean Jindo Dog shows unmatched loyalty. They are also incredibly intelligent dogs, with a knack for hunting, tricks and even agility. Jindos require good training, patience and lots of walks. However, this makes them a good choice for active individuals and families who have enough time to let their […]

INTRODUCTION The Japanese Chin dog breed hails from Asia, where they have been prized as companions for over a thousand years. They were a popular member of the Chinese and Japanese imperial courts, and it was in Japan that they developed their distinctive appearance.Although these are purebred dogs, you can still find them in shelters […]