Collie Breed Rough And Smooth

History and origin: Ancestors of the Collie were introduced into Scotland and England from Iceland 400 years ago, but it was as guardians of the flock that they acquired their name in Scotland. He was first used as a cattle and sheep drover and then as a herder.
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Which Large Dog Should You Pick?

Do not assume your big canine pet will become a famous show dog or an obedience trial champion. However, you can use those achievements for comparison to begin the search for your chosen large breed. Purchase a copy of one of the various dog magazines found in […]

Standard Poodle

Origins: The Poodle was originated in Germany and was first used as a water retriever. The breed’s name comes from the German word “pudelnass” or puddle. He is now kept as a companion dog and a showdog.

Description: The Standard Poodle stands 15 inches or taller at the shoulder and […]

Siberian Husky

History and origin: The Siberian Husky was bred by the nomadic Chukchi tribes of northeast Asia. He was used as a sled dog and as a hunter. This medium-sized breed has great stamina and a lively, independent nature.
Description: The Siberian Husky stands 20 to 23 inches at the shoulder and […]

Samoyed

History and origin: An ancient Siberian breed, the Samoyed is a beautiful Spitz-type that takes his name from the Siberian tribe of the Samoyedes. He was used by the nomadic peoples of the same name as the breed to guard herds of reindeer and as a sled dog. This hardy breed has remained […]

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

History and origin: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon first appeared in late 19th century Holland and France. He was created by mixing Otterhound and German Shorthaired Pointer bloodlines, which filled the need for a versatile hunter that could point and retrieve on land or in the water. The rough coat served […]

Weimaraner

History and origin: The Weimaraner is a fairly new breed that was developed in late 19th century in Weimar, Germany. The Bloodhound and various pointer types were mixed to purposely breed a hunting dog with superior scenting ability, agility, speed, and strength. Weimaraners were originally used to hunt large game such as […]

Saluki

History and origin: The Saluki is one of the most ancient breed of dogs and may very well be the oldest domesticated breed. The Egyptians, Mesopotamians, and Persians all have records of Saluki-type dogs used by the nobility as coursing hounds in hunting rabbits and small gazelles. He was bred for speed […]

Scottish Deerhound

History and origin: Although known primarily as a Scottish breed, Deerhound-type dogs have been around since ancient times. He was bred primarily to hunt with his owner and bring down large deer. This breed has a rough coat that protects him from the cold. Though he is known as a sight […]

Saint Bernard

History and origin: The Saint Bernard is a descendant of the Roman Molossian dogs and is named after the St. Bernard Hospice in the Swiss Alps. He was introduced between 1660 and 1670, where he became famous for rescuing climbers in the Alps. Before his job as a rescue dog in […]