Teddy Roosevelt Terrier is a small- to medium-sized American Terrier and a variety of the Rat Terrier. It has been said that this breed came from the crosses between many other Terriers and even one that is extinct, the White English Terrier. Breeders created this dog to be a farm and a hunting dog. They…
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…
The Hamiltonstövare is a versatile Scenthound originating from Sweden. These dogs were first bred by a count! Count Count Adolf Hamilton that is. Hide your squirells and rabbits because this dog loves to give chase! People also know this dog by the name Hamilton Hound. It’s a medium to large sized dog. This breed is…
The Slovensky Cuvac is a powerful, calm, and loyal flock guardian dog. It has been said that once a Cuvac has learned something, it never forgets it. this type of breed needs a dominant owner who understands the instinct of a flock guardian dog. Slovensky Cuvacs are fairly large dogs. It’s also a very heavy…
The Slovakian Wirehaired Pointer is a gundog breed that was developed in Slovakia after World War II. This breed is also known as the Slovak Pointing Griffon, Slovak Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and the Slovak Wirehaired Pointing Dog. Some of these dogs have rougher, longer hair and are referred to as Slovak Rough-haired Pointers. This breed…
Portuguese Sheepdogs, also known as Cão da Serra de Aires, is a breed of dog from Portuguese. It’s Portuguese name refers to a mountain name Serra de Aires in Portugal. Some people call this breed the Cão Macaco (Monkey Dog in English) because of it’s furry face and lively personality. Portuguese Sheepdogs are a medium-sized…
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…
Lapponian Herder is a medium-sized breed of dog from Finland. It is one of the Finland’s national dog breeds. The Lapponian Herder has a medium length fur in a double coat and has many colors like, grey-brown, black often with lighter undercoats, and white or tan markings. This breed is generally docile and friendly companion…
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…
