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Lowchen (as written in the 2002 Dogs Annual, pg. 392. www dogsincanada.com)
Origin: Of ancient origin, the Lowchen (or Little Lion Dog) was popular with nobility on the continent and was featured in paintings by leading artists. The breed appears in several woodcuts and paintings of the 1500s by German artist Albrecht Durer. With strong roots in Germany, the breed's name means "little lion" in that language. The breed seemed to slowly fall from favour and might have disappeared entirely had it not been for Madame Bennert, a Belgian lady, who gathered up Lowchen during the World War II era to keep the breed going. The breed has twice appeared in the Guinness Book of World Records -once as the most expensive dog in the world and once as the rarest dog in the world.
Temperament:
Sprightly, affectionate, outgoing, playful and exuberant are all
adjectives that describe the Lowchen. The breed takes well to
training and makes an excellent candidate for obedience work.
Activity
level: Lowchen abhor an empty lap. The breed makes excellent
tummy warmers and couch companions but they also love to run, jump
and play. Lowchen can be good prospects for agility since they
enjoy a challenge.
Height/Weight:
The average Lowchen measures 10-13 in (25-33 cm) at the shoulder
and lightly tips the scales at 12-15 lb (5.5.-7 kg).
Coat:
The non-shedding coat is soft, silky and may have a slight wave.
Colour:
All colours or combinations of colours are accepted.
Grooming:
"Do they grow that way?" folks are inclined to ask of
the leonine look sported by the breed.. The answer is "no."
They're clipped to resemble miniature lions but, unlike the
Poodle, the unclipped portions are not trimmed or shaped but left
shaggy and natural.
Puppy Cut: Anything goes, but the results can still be cute!!
