Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Japan Group: Guard dog, Companion Height: small, 16-18 in., large, 20-22 in. Weight: 44-55 lbs. Life span: n/a Trainability: moderate Good with children: n/a Good with other pets: n/a What is the origin of the Sanshu? The Sanshu was developed in 1912 in Japan. It is believed to be a […]
I love all dogs, but German Shepherds hold a special place in my heart. I recently learned that there are two different bloodlines of German Shepherd Dogs, American and German. Former German Cavalry Captain, Max von Stephanitz, was the developer of the German Shepherd Dog, by far one of the most versatile breeds in […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Spain Group: Guard dog Height: males 30-32 in.; females 28-29 1/2 in. Weight: 120-180 lbs. Life span: 10-12 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes, although toddlers should be supervised due to dog’s size Good with other pets: yes What is the origin of the Pyrenean Mastiff? These dogs appeared […]
