Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: France, Germany Group: Sporting dog, Companion dog Height: Standard-15 in. up, Miniature 10-15 in., Toy under 10 in. Weight: Standard 45-70 lbs., Miniature 15-17 lbs., Toy 6-9 lbs. Life span: Standard 11-12 yrs., Miniature & Toy 14-15 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes Good with other pets: yes The […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Hungary Group: Working dog, Guard dog (livestock) Height: males 28-30 in., females 26-28 in. Weight: males 100-120 lbs., females 75-100 lbs. Life span: 10-12 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: with family children, take care with strange children Good with other pets: may be male dog aggressive, take care with […]
What is the origin of the Lurcher? The Lurcher type of dog can trace its origins to the Romanichals (gypsies) of Ireland and Great Britain. It is a sighthound crossed with another breed of dog depending on which traits a breeder is looking for. Collie and Terrier crosses are common. In the U.S. crosses with […]
