‘Dog breeds’ Category
The Pug
A black Pug
Origins
The Pug breed originates in East China, during the 1600-1046 BC period. This breed got popular in the Tibetan temples and was later on brought to Japan.
The Chow Chow
The Chow Chow
Origins
The Chow Chow breed has its origins in Mongolia, around 4,000 years ago. This breed was introduced in China, being used as a temple guard dog and hunter, herder. The massive body stature gave their name of Chinese guardian lion. The Chow got popular in America after 1920, being owned by many rich people of that time.
The Labrador Retriever
The Labrador Retriever
Origins
The Labrador Retriever (also called Labrador, Labby, Lab) originates in the Canadian Newfoundland region, in the 16th century. This breed was used by fishermen to pull the nets to shore, and later by hunters to retrieve the game back to them. In the 19th century, the breed was acknowledged in England. The Labradors are known nowadays as excellent assistance dogs for blind people, and are used for drug and explosive detection and tracking, hunting. They enjoy the human affection and respond accordingly, with gentle spirit and interactivity.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Origins
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (also named Cavalier, Cav, Cavie) has its origins in England, in the 16th-17th century period, taking the name from king Charles I. This breed was depicted in many artworks and was a favorite pet for noblemen and royalty. The breed was eventually introduced in other parts of the Europe and in United States at the beginning of the 20th century.
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The Maltese Dog
The Maltese
Origins
The Maltese dog has uncertain origins of existence. One of the oldest breed testimonials comes from around 500BC, being a pottery Greek element. The latter Greek writers describe this breed as being small, with origins in a Greek island named Melitaeus, near the Adriatic coast. Later on, the Maltese was brought to Europe during the migration periods and expanded in importance and fame.
