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| Family: | Companion, Water Dog |
| Region of Origin: | France, Germany |
| Originally used for | companion |
| Also known as | Little Lion Dog |
| Height: | 12-14" |
| Life Span: | 13-15 years |
| Color: | any |
| Weight: | 8-18 lbs |
| A small, bright, and lively dog
that originated as a companion breed in Pre-Renaissance Europe where
ladies of the court groomed it in the likeness of a little lion.
Breed characteristics are a compact, balanced body; a relatively
short, broad topskull and muzzle; and a proud, lively gait that
accentuates the lion cut with a long flowing mane. These
quintessential features, combined with an outgoing and positive
attitude, result in a dog of great style.
The Lowchen are referenced in words and photos as far back as the mid 15th Century. Lowchen are quite possibly from Germany, although for many years it was believed to have ist origin in the Mediterranean. Regardless of origin, we know that the Lowchen has been a distinct breed for over 400 years. For unknown reasons the breed nearly disappeared in the 19th Century. Tireless efforts by Madam Bennert, a Belgian, ensured the breed's continued existence. Dr. Hans Rickert succeeded Madam Bennert, and in fact his Von Den Drei Lowchen supplied the foundation stock for England and The United States. A small, bright and lively dog, the Lowchen is a companion breed of great style. Intelligent, affectionate small dog of lively character which embodies in itself the characteristics of a companion dog. The coat is clipped in the traditional poodle style, the tail being completely clipped except for a plume at the end, so that the silhouette resembles that of a small lion. |