What is the origin of the Sicilian Hound? The Silician, also known as Cirneco dell’Etna, Hound is a member of the Greyhound family and has been known in Sicily for 100s of years. It is believed this Hound is descended from Egyptian hounds and was brought to Italy by the Phoenicians. It is associated with […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: United States Group: Herding dog Height: 18-23 in. Weight: males 45-60 lbs., females 40-50 lbs. Life span: 12-16 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes Good with other pets: yes, especially if raised with them What is the origin of the English Shepherd? The English Shepherd was thought to have […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Italy Group: Herding dog Height: 21-24 in. Weight: males 70-84 lbs., females 57-71 lbs. Life span: 13-15 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes Good with other pets: yes if raised with them July’s Dog of the Month The Bergamasco is a powerful dog whose abundant coat is made up […]
