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German Spitz

German Spitz and the Japanese Spitz obviously have much the same ancient origins – just different modern origins. The early modern forerunner to the German Spitz popularised in England from the 18th Century by George 1 and his German wife and descendants and the Japanese Spitz developed in Japan and shown as far back in … Continued

Cocker Spaniel (American)

Long, Silky and Very Glamorous – The American Cocker Spaniel. The American Cocker Spaniel with its flowing coat and flashy movement is indeed a sight to behold in the show ring. A merry dog and the smallest of all the gundog breeds. The American Cocker standard states that the texture of the coat is most … Continued

Cocker Spaniel (English)

Descended from the original spaniels of Spain, the English Cocker developed from the smaller dogs for hunting woodcock. This capable and energetic spaniel should cover the ground effortlessly in his pursuit to flush and retrieve. He is compactly built and without exaggeration – I did like the lines I read on this breed, “the whole … Continued

Collie Rough and Smooth

One of the oldest of breeds originating in Scotland and Northern England, the Collie was seen and sponsored by Queen Victoria and thus went from being just the Shepherd’s Dog to a loving family dog to even the royal and rich. Known for his elegant and beautiful appearance, the Collie in both coat forms is … Continued

Welsh Corgi – Pembroke & Cardigan

The Welsh Corgi Pembroke, having spent hundreds of years as a farm and companion dog, finally found his way into small agricultural shows in Wales during the 1800’s, but it was not until 1925 that classes were provided for them. At that stage, the Cardigans and Pembrokes were shown together. In 1928 they were officially … Continued

Dachshund

The Dachshunds are a popular breed, stipulated as 3 coat varieties and divided again by 2-3 sizes depending on which standard making this a busy breed for judging. The long-haired coat is the one we receive the most questions about, but all have their needs and issues Starting with the Long-Haired Dachshund, the standards vary, … Continued

English Setter

Bred as a trained bird dog for over 400 years, the English Setter’s origins lie in evidence pointing to crosses of Spanish Pointer, large Water spaniel and Springer Spaniel combining to produce a superb bird dog with a high degree of proficiency in finding & pointing game in open country. Apart from his rather boisterous … Continued

English Springer Spaniel

The English Springer Spaniel is a wonderful medium-sized Sporting Dog used originally for springing game is mostly used today to find or flush and retrieve game. Tallest of the ancient order of land Spaniels, the English Springer must present an overall appearance of power and endurance with a clean but natural outline, enhancing the quest … Continued

French Bulldog

Reputedly descended from the “toy” bulldogs of the lace makers of Nottingham who went to France in search of work during the Industrial Revolution, this engaging and intelligent little dog is known for his trademark “bat” ears. He is a sturdy chap, exhibiting a silhouette that is compact and sturdy with a short naturally undocked … Continued

German Shepherd

A breed that there are variants of “styles” shown in different countries. Now with the ability to exhibit the “long stock” coat type across many different countries also adds another level in the presentation of this wonderful breed. The standard calls for the topcoat should be as dense as possible, straight, harsh and close lying.  … Continued

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