Origin A member of the ancient Spitz family of dogs that harks back to prehistoric times, the Eskie is a handsome snow-white dog that is believed to have descended from European spitz breeds. The predecessors may have been the white German Spitz, Keeshond, Pomeranian and...
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2/6/2014 1:21:55 PM
Origin The “gun dog par excellence” was named for the work he does – pointing game for the hunter. Britain is the breed’s country of development though the lineage traces back to a number of imported European sporting breeds. Because European dogs were too slow afield fo...
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2/6/2014 1:27:16 PM
Origin Long before Big Red starred in the movie of that name, the Irish Setter was a headliner both in the field and on the bench. How the breed was developed is a mystery but it’s thought various sporting breeds were in its background. A red-and-white setter was well kn...
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2/6/2014 1:29:50 PM
Origin The American Eskimo can probably trace its beginnings back to the Peat Bog Dog of the New Stone Age, some 6,000 years ago. Remains of this, one of the first dog breeds, have been found in Scandinavian countries as well as Russia, Finland and Germany. All Spitz bre...
/en/Choosing-a-Dog/Choosing-a-Breed/Toy-Dogs/American-Eskimo-Dog-Toy
2/6/2014 1:32:37 PM
Origin Once the favourite breed of King Charles II of England, the small sporting spaniel was first dubbed the King Charles Spaniel. Then oriental breeds came into fashion and breeders began crossbreeding the spaniels to achieve a more snub-nosed, round-headed look. In 1...
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2/6/2014 1:36:59 PM
Origin There are differing opinions on how the Newfoundland breed came about. Some believe the breed’s progenitor was the Tibetan Mastiff, which may have migrated to both Newfoundland and Scandinavia. There are those who theorize Leif Ericsson brought the Viking ‘bear do...
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2/6/2014 1:49:17 PM
I have to admit that it makes me proud when visitors to my house comment on how they would “never know I have so many dogs”. Truth be told I only have 3 dogs currently so it’s not that many (in my opinion), but I do work hard to make sure my house does not smell like my house...
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10/27/2020 10:05:52 AM
Thank you to all that took the time to comment on my first posting and for the encouraging words. One of the advantages of this communication format is that it can be dynamic and address subjects in “real-time”. Almost every week, I provide an update to the Board of Director...
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9/7/2017 3:15:39 PM
The Canadian Kennel Club (CKC) was pleased to consult with the BC government on April 26, to develop new animal welfare laws that will assist the BC SPCA in monitoring and taking action against irresponsible breeders.
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5/9/2016 12:00:00 AM
FAQ & Info - April 2026 Recording Fees: $5.00 for 125 dogs or less $6.50 for 126 dogs or more There are 2 different recording fees for clubs with respect to payment for results. Recording fees are based on 125 dogs or less, and 126 dogs or more. Ev...
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