If you do an online search for “best dog in the world,” which breed will come up as number one? When I searched, “mixed breeds” came in first. The Golden Retriever was in the top 10, but the Labrador Retriever was on top for purebred dogs. The Lab is a great dog, but Golden Retriever […]
Did you know the Gordon Setter is among the oldest and most distinguished dog breeds? With a history of over 400 years, this majestic breed has captivated dog lovers with its striking appearance and loyal nature. The Gordon Setter, named after the Duke of Gordon, who played a significant role in its development, is known […]
The Clumber Spaniel, one of the oldest and stockiest spaniels, dates back to the late 1700s. It is unclear exactly how the breed was created, but spaniel enthusiasts are confident that a mixture of the Alpine Spaniel (which is heavy-headed) and the Basset Hound (which is low-bodied) were a big part in the development of […]
Where Do Brittanys Come From The Brittany, once upon a time called a , is a medium-sized, 30 to 40 pounds, from the region of France beginning in the 1600s. They first came to the United States in 1931, and the AKC registered the first Brittany in 1934. Known as the Brittany Spaniel for many […]
 History of the Boykin Spaniel The Boykin Spaniel has a very humble beginning. In the early 1900s in South Carolina, a stray, spaniel-type dog followed Alexander L. White from his home to church. The dog, which White named Dumpy, showed an aptitude for retrieving, so White took Dumpy to his good friend and hunting partner, […]
History Deeply rooted in the history of hunting, the English Pointer can trace its lineage back to 17th-century England. Breeders aimed to create a versatile and efficient hunting dog capable of pointing game with exceptional skill. The exact origins of the English Pointer are still debated. Still, it is widely believed to have descended from […]