With the size and some of the unique physical characteristics of Chihuahuas, it does not anymore come as a surprise why there are individuals who are wondering if they are indeed a part of the Dog Kingdom. There are even emerging articles out there claiming that Chihuahuas are not actually dogs but giant rats. But…
Heritage and Registry History A Poochon is a cross between a Miniature or Toy Poodle and a Bichon Frise parents. While the history of both its parent breeds could be traced to many centuries before, the recorded history of the Poochon hybrid started only in the 90s in Australia. Thus, one could say that this…
Heritage and Registry History The history of Pitsky could be traced to the 90s. Considering this time frame, it can be said that this is still a pretty new breed although it couldn’t be contested that it may have naturally existed unrecorded for many years. The reason behind the crossing of these two was to…
Heritage and Registry History The intentional breeding for this designer breed could be traced to the ’90s although it cannot be discounted that it may have existed naturally even before that. The reason why this dog breed was “designed” was to produce a great companion dog that will not trigger allergies with its shedding tendencies…
Heritage and Registry History The history of the Pomapoos could be traced in North America back to the ’90s. But it is also possible that there had been unintentional mixing even before this date. The reason behind the creation of the designer breed is to lessen genetic health problems innate to the Pomeranian and Toy…
Heritage and Registry History The origin of a King Shepherd can be traced in the United States. This is a recent dog breed developed in 1990 so not much information is available for it. One thing is certain though – it was bred to eliminate the innate health issues present among German Shepherds and to…
Background and Registry History The breed of German Wirehaired Pointer is in existence since the latter part of 1800. It has originated in Germany and its name is just the English translation of what it is called locally in the aforementioned country – Deutsch Drahthaar. The German Wirehaired Pointer was traditionally bred as a hunting…
Background and Registry History The English Setters have been around for about 4 to 5 centuries already. They said to have been descended from the line hunting dogs and were even bred as one due to their exceptional senses. English Setters are great at being bird hunters. They help point the birds they find to…
Background and Registry History The Norwegian Elkhounds had a long history before them. It goes back to Medieval times and the era of Vikings wherein they were bred traditionally as guard dogs for farms and hunters for wild animals that are sometimes bigger than themselves. In fact, the dog breed was called an “Elkhound” for…
Heritage and Registry History Puggles are one of the most popular and in-demand designer breeds around. It originated in the United States. While there are articles that say that it was a product of an accidental crossing, there are also those who are saying that the breeding was planned. The goal is to make a…