It’s dawn, and the American English Coonhound trots through the underbrush with it’s head low trying to pick up a scent. It’s quite except for the occasional crack of sticks or chirp from a bird. This dogs interest peaks as it puts its head into a nearby bush, then with utter excitement it takes off…
The Spanish Mastiff lived a good life. It was cherished by it’s owners and loved by all during the herding seasons. They saunter along side the herd as they move over the terrain. At the next site of a wolf they bellow out and give chase. This dog’s breeding makes it a great guard dog…
Russian Toys, also called Russkiy Toys, are toy-sized dogs. This is a very unique looking breed. It is one of the smallest breeds in the world, and it can be either long haired or smooth-haired. Breeders created this dog for Russian nobility at one point in time! The Russian Toy History The Russian Toy Terrier…
Breeders developed the Bavarian Mountain Scenthound in Germany. These hounds are obedient, cool and confident. These dogs are different than other scent-hounds in that they are able to distinguish between the prey they are looking for and other prey in a very distinct way. They are most likely wary and shy at first but overall…
The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka has a loving and affectionate character to it’s family and is great with children. This dog was made for the city life! It was originally bred to be an apartment dog. This breed gets along well with other pet like dogs and cat. Clever and smart, the Bolonka perform well in…
The Rafeiro do Alentejo is an excellent farm and estate watchdog which originated from Portuguese. Breeders named it for its area of origin, the Alentejo region of southern Portugal. Farmers consider this dog to be a very useful livestock protector. The are more vigilant at night and very serious when guarding territory or any other…
Hailing from the country of Portugal, the Portuguese Pointer was nearly extinct! It’s a medium sized dog with a lot of energy. Breeders consider these to be a breed of gundog. His exceptional hunting and social abilities makes him a very good companion for hunters. Aside of being a hunting or working breed, they also…
Owners know the Segugio Italiano breed for its responsive, intelligent, and calm demeanor. This breed is an ancient breed which traces its origin in Italy. The Segugio Italiano is a large dog which can weight 40-60 pounds upon reaching adulthood. This breed socializes with people which makes it ideal as a family pet in some…
With a single drop of blood the Hanoverian Scenthound can track wounded game for miles! Very early Germanic tribes used this dog to hunt. With the advent of firearms this dog became more popular among hunters. With it’s broad chest it can run after game for many miles or kilometers. It’s only a matter of…
The American Leopard Hounds are medium-sized dogs ranging in height around 21-27 inches. They are high-energy, intelligent, and naturally hunting dogs. People knew the American Leopard Hound as the Leopard Cur or Leopard Cur dog in 1988. However in years after it was officially changed. This dog looks very much like the Louisiana Catahoula leopard…
