‘Medium Dog Breeds’ Category
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 Bulldog
The English Bulldog
Origins
It is said that the Bulldog name has its origins in the middle 16th century. Also named British Bulldog or English Bulldog, this breed was used in bearbaiting or bullbaiting events, where they were let lose on a bull or bear, in order to suffocate it. Later on, these sporting events became illegal and eventually stopped existing. The Bulldog breed is considered to be a cross between the pug and the mastiff. It is nowadays considered as the official mascot of England.
The Bull Terrier
The Bull Terrier
Origins
The Bull Terrier (also named English Bull Terrier) has its origins in the mid 1800s period, in the Great Britain regions and it was used for vermin control, bloody pit fights. They are now considered as pets suitable for experienced owners.
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The Brittany
The Brittany
Origins
The Brittany breed (also named Brittany Spaniel, Epagneul Breton, Brittany Wiegref, Brittany Pointer, American Brittany) has its origins in the region of France, in the late 19th century. It was mainly used as a bird hunting dog and it is sometimes seen in dog competitions. There is a differentiation between the French style Brittany and the American style ones (the French ones are similar to the smaller spaniels, while the American Brittany is faster and a bit taller).
The Border Collie
- The Border Collie
Origins
The Border Collie has its origins in the regions of Scotland, Wales and England, in the late 19th century. They were acknowledged as the best herders in the world, really intelligent and responsive. They were bred for working and later on as pets.
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