Russian Toy Terriers

The Russian Toy Dog Breed

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…

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The Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen Dog Breed

The Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen or GBGV is a medium-sized dog breed from France. It’s a Scenthound breed which means they are great at tracking. They have a lot of energy which keeps them on the trail of it’s elusive prey! The name translates to “Large, low, shaggy dog of the Vendée” in English. This…

Irish Red and White Setter Posing

The Irish Red and White Setter Dog Breed

As the Irish Red and White Setter bounds through the woods with a hunter close behind it can smell the familiar scent of game birds. Finally it slowly picks up a scent from a nearby bush and instinctively points at it as the hunter creeps up behind. The dog creeps forward until the bird breaks…

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The Bavarian Mountain Scenthound Dog Breed

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…

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The Tornjak Dog Breed

The Tornjak sat in silence as it watched the the flock. The Shepherd was fast asleep in his hut. It was up to this dog now. With every breath a puff of steam came out of it’s nostrils. It was cold and dark on this Croatian night. Suddenly a scent in the air brings this…

Romanian Mioritic Shepherd Dogs

The Romanian Mioritic Shepherd Dog Breed

The Romanian Mioritic Shepherd Dog is a large dog that’s covered is long curly fur and light colored. Herders love this dog for herding and guarding livestock. Owners know this carpathian shepherd Dog for it’s calm and well-mannered temperament. By nature it’s a guard dog and will act with great fierceness to protect those it…

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The Small Münsterländer Pointer Dog Breed

The Small Münsterländer Pointer is a flexible dog. This dog breed can help hunt, point and retrieve. It originates in Münster, Germany. It’s a medium size breed. Small Münsterländer Pointers have excellent tracking skills, intelligence and train-ability. They are an expert hunting companion! This dog is friendly to human and has a unique connection to…

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The Rafeiro do Alentejo Dog Breed

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…

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The Portuguese Pointer Dog Breed

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…

Hamilton Stövare Running

The Hamiltonstövare Dog Breed

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…