Lowchen Breed Information

Lowchen profile

Other names     Petit Chien Lion

                Little Lion Dog

                Little Lion

                Lowchen


Breed Group:     Non-Sporting

Weight:     4-8 kg

Height:     25.5-33 cm

Color(s):     any colors or combinations

Life expectancy 12-15 years


Litter size     3-6

Lowchen History

The history in the Lowchen is shrouded within mystery. It really is believed to come in existence since that 1500s, as they tend to be depicted in many art pieces - although tend to be these truly Lowchen or only small dogs which has a Lion cut? The initial recorded breeder and fancier in the Lowchen was any Dr. Walthier in Germany from the 1800s. That privations in Europe due to the two Universe Wars caused that breed to cease to live off, in addition to in 1960 we were holding given the bill of "rarest breed' because of the Guinness Book regarding World Records. Nonetheless, the breed continues to be revived since then because of the activities of several fanciers. The initial Lowchen appeared to be imported to Uk in 1968, the nation in 1971, in order to both Australia in addition to Canada in 1976. The Lowchen appeared to be officially recognized because of the American Kennel Membership in 1999.



Lowchen Description

That Lowchen, also known as the Little Lion is often a small dog who's coat is normally cut to resemble the planning of a lion. That head is short which has a broad skull. The muzzle will be the same length as well as slightly shorter approach backskull and is actually relatively broad. That nose is bluish, normally black. That eyes are around, bluish and set well in to the skull. That ears are pendant healthy and moderate within length with feathering. That short body is actually well proportioned. The tail is focused high and regarding medium length. That coat is longer and wavy, but is not curly. The hottest colors are bright, dark-colored and lemon but are also made of a speckeled food dyes. When clipped to check like a lion that hindquarters, the component to the tail closest into the body, and component to the front thighs are closely trimmed. Once the coat seriously isn't clipped it is actually long, rather heavy and moderately fluffy in texture.



Lowchen Temperament


The Lowchen is often a friendly, happy doggie. Dogs of this specific breed are together active and frolicsome, and very brilliant. That Lowchen makes an excellent pet for family members with children and a good house pet. This specific breed is faithful, loyal, and keen to please. They're just fearless, ingenious, in addition to bold. They have a very gentle and private nature, in addition to firmly attach themselves with their family. This canine is good by using children, other canines, and other family pets. That Lowchen is fragile to look at but is truly robust and challenging. They may present arrogance or any strong-willed attitude. They're just extremely protective of these family and may bark to alert of danger as well as visitors. The Lowchen is actually cheerful and frolicsome, but is not necessarily hyperactive or high-strung.



Lowchen Care

The Lowchen carries a single coat. Weighty guard hairs in addition to finer undercoat are mixed through the entire coat. When left to cultivate, the coat shall be long and coursing. It is crucial for you to keep a Lowchen good brushed. In the event the brush won't reach the body, the effort is actually wasted. Brushing every week or more should maintain the coat in excellent condition. Regular bathing is additionally a must, as dirt may inevitably find it has the way deep in to the coat.



There is actually no disease which regularly plagues that Lowchen. Normal diseases which dogs can incur might be contracted by that Lowchen, but in most cases, they are quite healthy canines. Similar to any dog, a frequent checkup in the local veterinarian's office is to be able to ensure your doggie is kept wholesome. If good take care of the Lowchen is actually taken, the possibility perhaps there is that the doggie could live 16 or seventeen a long time.



Lowchen Grooming

Regular grooming is essential for the Lowchen. Its coat can simply be tangled in addition to matted. In the event the coat reaches this aspect, shaving the layer completely down may perhaps be the only method. Regular brushing to take out any loose curly hair will prevent this specific tragedy and maintain the breed's coat wholesome looking.




Lowchen Training

That the Lowchen is a very clever doggie makes them quite trainable. They also would like to please their owners whenever you can. They do well in obedience teaching. These dogs also needs to be socialised by using other dogs coming from a very young era onwards. They will act in response positively if training is conducted in a consistent way that is certainly fun, but in addition fair. If they're just trained properly, will have them disheartened to start barking so Proper teaching will discourage its tendency to bark a great deal of.



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