Labrador Retriever The Labrador Retriever descended from dogs taken to Newfoundland by explorers, fishermen and settlers and evolved by natural selection. Excellent retrievers of fish and game, they often sailed with fishermen and in the early 1800s, English sportsmen acquired a few of the hardy dogs. Labradors, Retrievers, or simply Labs, are highly respected and popular … [Read more...] about Labrador Retriever Dog Breed
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Dog Breed
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel A dog favoured by aristocrats, the breed first dubbed the King Charles Spaniel was once the favourite breed of King Charles II of England. When oriental breeds came into fashion, the King Charles Spaniel seemed non-existent. The breed was recreated in 1945 and named the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel after a wealthy American came to England in … [Read more...] about Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Dog Breed
Boxer Dog Breed
Boxer The Boxer was developed by crossing Bullenbeisser mastiffs with Bulldogs in Munich, Germany in the 1850s, and first appeared in Britain in the 1930s. The aim was to create a medium-sized security dog. Boxers are strong, athletic dogs with stout chests and elegant frames. They are aptly named for their tendency to draw up on hind legs and appear to box with their … [Read more...] about Boxer Dog Breed
Siberian Husky Dog Breed
Siberian Husky Siberian Huskies originated in Russia and were developed by the Chukchi people of northeast Asia as their only means of transportation. Famous for their sled-pulling strength, endurance and stamina, they descended from the original sled dog, which was confirmed as the "oldest breed of dog" by DNA analysis in 2004. The Siberian Husky's thick, dense coats are … [Read more...] about Siberian Husky Dog Breed
Leonberger Dog Breed
Leonberger The Leonberger is a giant German dog breed, named after the town of Leonberg (Male Leonbergers have a lion-like mane on the neck and chest). It can weigh up to 170 pounds. It is believed that the Leonberger was developed during the the 1800's by crossing a Landseer Newfoundland with a longhaired Saint Bernard, with a Pyrenean Mountain Dog . They were excellent … [Read more...] about Leonberger Dog Breed