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Little Lion Dog - Löwchen - Petit Chien Lion
Little Lion Dog - Breed Description
A relative of other small breeds such as the Maltese and the Bichon
Frise, the Lowchen or "Little Lion Dog", is an ancient breed that was popular
throughout the middle ages with the nobility. In fact, in the 1500's, the
German artist Albrecht Durer featured the Lowchen in many of his woodcuts
and paintings.
The breed almost disappeared during WWII, but a Belgian woman gathered
as many Lowchen as she could find and was determined to keep the breed
alive.
Thanks to her, the breed has gained recognition and popularity both
in Europe and in North America. They make excellent pets for those with
limited space and physical ability. |
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