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Country of Origin: Norway Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Medium Temperament: Friendly, energetic, intelligent, alert, affectionate Exercise Requirements: High – needs at least 1.5 to 2 hours of daily activity including walks, free running, and mentally engaging activities like agility or herding Typical Lifespan: 12–15 years Grooming Needs: Moderate – double coat requires regular brushing, especially […]
Country of Origin: Italy Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Large Temperament: Loyal, independent, calm, protective, dignified Exercise Requirements: Moderate – needs around 1 to 1.5 hours of daily activity including walks and free outdoor time; enjoys patrolling and having a purpose Typical Lifespan: 11–13 years Grooming Needs: Moderate – thick, weather-resistant double coat needs brushing several […]
Country of Origin: United Kingdom (England – Lancashire) Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Small Temperament: Alert, energetic, intelligent, affectionate, playful Exercise Requirements: Moderate to high – needs around 1 hour of daily activity including walks, play, and mental stimulation; enjoys agility and obedience work Typical Lifespan: 12–15 years Grooming Needs: Low – short, weather-resistant coat requires […]
Country of Origin: Hungary Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Large Temperament: Loyal, independent, calm, protective, dignified Exercise Requirements: Moderate – needs around 1 hour of daily activity including walks and free play; benefits from secure outdoor space Typical Lifespan: 10–12 years Grooming Needs: Very high – unique corded coat requires significant upkeep; cords form naturally but […]
Country of Origin: Hungary Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Medium Temperament: Energetic, intelligent, lively, vocal, affectionate Exercise Requirements: High – needs at least 1.5 to 2 hours of daily activity, including walks, off-lead play, and mentally stimulating work such as agility or herding Typical Lifespan: 12–14 years Grooming Needs: Moderate – curly coat needs brushing every […]
Country of Origin: Mexico Breed Group: Utility Size: Large (Standard – approximately 46–60 cm at the withers) Temperament: Calm, loyal, intelligent, dignified, affectionate Exercise Requirements: Moderate to high – requires around 1 to 1.5 hours of daily activity including walks, play, and light training; benefits from mental stimulation Typical Lifespan: 12–15 years Grooming Needs: Health […]
Country of Origin: Mexico Breed Group: Utility Size: Small (Miniature – approximately 25–35 cm at the withers) Temperament: Calm, affectionate, intelligent, alert, loyal Exercise Requirements: Moderate – requires around 30 to 45 minutes of daily activity including short walks and playtime Typical Lifespan: 13–16 years Grooming Needs: Health Considerations: Description: The Miniature Xoloitzcuintle, often called […]
Country of Origin: Mexico Breed Group: Utility Size: Medium (Intermediate – approx. 36–45 cm at the withers) Temperament: Loyal, calm, intelligent, affectionate, alert Exercise Requirements: Moderate – requires up to 1 hour of daily activity including walks and gentle play Typical Lifespan: 12–15 years Grooming Needs: Health Considerations: Description: The Xoloitzcuintle (pronounced “show-low-eats-QUEENT-lee”), also known […]
Country of Origin: Tibet Breed Group: Utility Size: Medium Temperament: Friendly, intelligent, affectionate, alert, spirited Exercise Requirements: Moderate to high – needs around 1 to 1.5 hours of daily activity, including walks, play, and mentally engaging activities Typical Lifespan: 12–15 years Grooming Needs: High – long, dense double coat requires thorough brushing several times a […]
Country of Origin: Tibet Breed Group: Utility Size: Small Temperament: Alert, independent, affectionate, intelligent, confident Exercise Requirements: Low to moderate – needs around 30 to 45 minutes of daily activity including walks and indoor or garden play; enjoys climbing and watching from high places Typical Lifespan: 12–15 years Grooming Needs: Moderate – medium-length silky coat […]