A native of Slovakia, the Slovensky Cuvac (or Slovak Cuvac) was said to be in existence since the 17th century and almost became extinct when modern herding practices came about and wolf packs have diminished from the European mountains. The breed was successfully revived to healthy numbers after...
Commonly called the “Frenchie,” the breed is believed to have originated from Nottingham, England and was developed from crossing terriers and pugs. Despite the name, the French bulldog is an international breed, a smaller, lap version of the English Bulldog that gained widespread popularity in...
Originating from Zimbabwe in South Africa, the Rhodesian Ridgeback was developed from crossing ridge backed dogs imported into the country with breeds like the Mastiff, Deerhound, local dogs kept by the KhoiKhoi tribes and also possibly the Great Dane. In the old days, the breed has been known by...
This flock guard breed originated from the Carpathian Mountains in Romania. This is a relatively new recognized breed. Female dogs stand at a height of 25 to 28 inches while the male has a height standard of 27 to 29 inches. Weight is proportional to the size, ranging from 100 to 120 pounds. This...
The Irish Red and White Setter is a working gundog originating from Ireland. In terms of use and temperament, it is similar to its relative, the Irish Setter. A medium-sized dog, it weighs from 50 to 75 pounds and stands at a height of 22 to 26 inches. It is strong and powerful looking, with a...
The English Shepherd is a versatile working breed developed in the United States. It traces its lineage to the Collie and from farm dogs brought by the early English and Scottish settlers. This is a medium-sized dog with well-balanced proportions and a sturdy build. It stands at a height of 18 to...
The Carpathian Sheepdog originated from the Carpathian Mountains of Romania, used by shepherds as a flock guard and watch dog. This large and strong breed weighs 70 to 100 pounds and stands 23 to 29 inches. It has a broad and rectangular body with a head that resembles the wolf. The forehead is...
The Carlin Pinscher is considered a “developing breed” as it is still in the process of having its pedigree documented. It was originally called the Pug-Pin as it began as a cross between the Pug and the Miniature Pinscher. This toy dog breed weighs 12 to 14 pounds and stands 11 to 13 inches. The...
Also known as the Grosser Munsterlander Vorstehhund, it originated from Munster, Germany. This breed of gun dog is easily distinguishable from the Small Munsterlander by size and also with its black and white colour. It weighs from 50 to 70 pounds and has a height of 23 to 25 inches. It has a...
The Caucasian Ovtcharka (in Russian, “ovtcharka” means “sheepdog”) goes by other more common names - Caucasian Mountain Dog, Caucasian Shepherd, Kavkaz Mastiff, Sage Ghafghazi, Caucasian Sheepdog. A very popular dog breed in Russia, it is said to have descended from pre-historic molosser breeds...
