Archives for June, 2008

French Bulldog - Dog Breeds

Group: Non-sporting

Weight: 28 lbs

Height: 11-13 inches

Overview

There is a great deal of speculation about the origin of the French Bulldog, and the most common believe is that they originated from the miniature bulldog that was brought to France by workers from Nottingham at the time of the industrial revolution. During the 1860s, the export of miniature bulldogs became so popular, that they almost died out in England. Many believe that they were then crossed with the Terrier Boule, which resulted in the French Bulldog. During 1896, the French Bulldog made its first appearance in the United States at the Westminster Kennel Club show in New York.

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Jun 03, 2008 | 0 | Dog Breed

German Pinscher - Dog Breeds

Group: Working

Weight: 25 - 35 Lbs.

Height: 17 - 20 Inches

Overview

The German Pinscher dates as far back as the late 1700’s and was formally recognized as a breed in its mother country in 1879. The first German Pinschers were documented by the mixture German Pinscher Schnauzer Club as the breed was used in the development of the Schnauzer and the Doberman and Miniature Pinscher. The breed standard was then developed during 1959 and initially included two extra colours, a pure black and a black and silver. During the first and second World Wars, the German Pinscher almost died out. But a dedicated breeder, Werner Jung, was capable to smuggle out a dog and breed him with another Pinscher breed female.

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Jun 01, 2008 | 0 | Dog Breed


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