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Newfoundland
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Canada Group: Working Height: 26-29 in. or more Weight: 120-150 lbs. Life span: 8-10 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes, supervise with toddlers due to size Good with other pets: yes, some may chase cats There are different versions of the origin the Newfoundland. Some think the Vikings may […]
Barbet
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: France Group: Sporting dog Height: 20-25 in. Weight: 35-60 lbs. Life span: 13-15 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes Good with other pets: n/a November’s Dog of the Month This rare breed’s name if from the French for beard (barbe). The Barbet is said to be the father of […]
Sicilian Hound
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 […]