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The Siberian HuskyWith its intense eyes, soulful howl, and seemingly endless endurance, the Siberian Husky has earned its reputation as a tough working breed. But there’s more...more |
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The Fox Terrier“Fox-terriers are born with about four times as much original sin in them as other dogs are…” wrote English writer and humourist Jerome K. Jerome. In his...more |
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The Shar-PeiLike the pachyderm in the original Asian fable of the six blind men and the elephant, the Shar-Pei is a creature of seemingly mismatched parts and many unusual qualities, illustrating perfectly the dictionary definition of a Chinese puzzle as “something intricate and obscure.”more |
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The VizslaThe Vizsla has been a prized hunting partner and family companion in eastern Europe for hundreds of years, with breeding closely controlled by the local nobility. Sometimes termed the “Gift of Kings,” few of the “Magyar pointers” were allowed to leave the region, except when presented to foreign royalty such as the queens of Italy and Spain.more |
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The Shiba InuIndependent and reserved by nature, the Shiba Inu exemplifies loyalty and affection to those who earn its respect. As the smallest of the Japanese native breeds, the compact and muscular Shiba Inu is alert, agile, and has the keen senses essential for a dog bred to hunt small wild game, boar, and bear in Japan’s mountainous regions.more |
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The Spinone Italianohe sociable, docile, and highly adaptable Spinone Italiano, also known as the Italian Pointer, is thought to be a cross between the coarse-haired Italian setter and dogs left behind by Greek traders from the Adriatic coast, as well as the White mastiff and even the French griffon.more |
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The Alaskan Klee Kaihe Alaskan Klee Kai is a northern breed of spitz-type dog bred to be a companion-sized version of the Siberian husky. energetic and intelligent, it reflects its Northern heritage in its distinctive face mask, colouring, and curled tail.more |
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The LeonbergerRevived after near-extinction in World War I, the gentle and sweet Leonberger has flourished as a family pet and multipurpose working dog.more |
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The Chinese CrestedA true family dog, the Chinese Crested is a playful, elegant toy breed that loves human companionship. one litter can commonly produce two varieties: the hairless, which features soft, silky hair on the head, tail, and feet, and the Powderpuff, covered in a soft, straight coat.more |
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The SalukiThe majestic, independent, cat-like Saluki was the royal dog of Egypt, making it perhaps the oldest known breed of domesticated dog.more |
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