History of Jack Russell Terrier breed

The Chuckchi people in Siberia had used the Husky to pull sleds and herd reindeer. The Siberian Husky was brought to Alaska in 1909 and to North America by fur traders in Malamute for arctic races because of their great speed. The Husky is a brilliant pack animal and gets along well with other dogs. They are popular for their endurance and their ability to adapt. Siberian Husky dogs are light-weight sled dogs with great stamina and have been used for sledding, carting and racing for centuries. Three breeds named, Samoyed, Alaskan Malamute and Siberian Husky all descended from the original “sled dog”. It was confirmed through DNA analysis that this is the oldest breed of dogs. Husky came from the nickname “Esky”, which was once applied to Eskimos and subsequently passed on to their dogs. With the aid of Siberian Huskies, the entire tribes of people were able to survive and push forth into terra incognita. Admiral Robert Peary of the United States Navy was assisted by this breed during his expeditions in search of the North Pole.

The dogs gained their popularity when they serve to bring medicine to people in 1925 when diphtheria epidemic hit Nome, Alaska. In 1930’s, the lst Siberians were exported when the Soviet government shut off the borders of Siberia to external today’s Siberian Huskies that are registered in North America are largely the descendants of the 1903’s Siberian imports. In 1933, the breed was starting to become prominent and Admiral Richard E. Byrd brought about 50 Siberian huskies with him on an expedition around the 16,000 mile coast of Antarctica. This breed also served in the US Army’s Arctic Search and Rescue Unite of the Air Transport Command during the World War II.

The rich and noble background of Siberian Husky is a great factor of it’s great attributes evident to each one present today.

History of American Bulldog breed

During 17th and 18^th century in England, bulldogs were bred to catch bitches n farms, hold livestock and as guardians on farm properties. During this era, bulldogs became known in bloodsports and gambling; but in 1835, United Kingdom and Spain outlawed bull-baiting sports. Since then, bulldogs became common as a pet.

Bulldogs were brought to the United States by the working class immigrants. They were used then as farm guards, stock and catch dogs. After few years, these original bulldogs were becoming extinct. Mr. John D. Johnson, a war veteran, together with Alan Scott and other breeders, helped in resurrecting the original breed.

As a result of the breeding, they were able to meet their goal of creating the ideal working bulldog. They named this dog “American Pit Bulldog”, but was later renamed to “American Bulldog” to avoid confusion of another breed.

In January 1999, UKC recognized the American bulldogs as a registered breed.

History of Havanese and Bichon Frise breeds

The Havanese and Bichon Frise breeds descended from the same ancestor, Tenerife. These two breeds are regarded as “cousins” because of their physical similarities and same origin.

In the early 16^th century, the Havanese dogs were travelled to Cuba from trade ships sailing from Tenerife Island. This breed was bred in Cuba continuously from 1900 to 2000. Being the preferred pet of the Cuban families, it now hold the title "National Dog of Cuba" and it is the only native breed coming from Cuba.

While in 1400’s, Bichon Frise dogs were said to have originated from Spain. After their long journey from Spain to Tenerife to France, Italy and Australia, this breed was introduced in United States in 1955. Bichons were then recognized by AKC in 1973.

Both Havanese and Bichon Frise became known as clown dogs in circuses.

History of Giant Schnauzer breed

In 1832, it was believed that the Giant Schnauzer breed came from cattle and pig farms in Bavarian highland of Germany. Giant Schnauzers’ original name was oberlanders.

In 1923, with the standard schnauzers as basis, a written breed standard, with the breed description and showing, was established for German type Giant Schnauzer.

A decrease in the number of this breed was observed after World War I. To reestablish the breed, Kennel and C. Clalaminus crossed this breed with other 3 breeds: black Great Dane, Standard Schnauzer, and Bouvier des Flandres. The goal was to dominate the black color, well-crested neck and correct head proportions.

History of Bernese Mountain Dog breed

The Bernese Mountain Dogs, or BMD/Berner for short, were originally called “Dürrbachhundes”, a place where large dogs were usually present. The breed’s origin was believed to be from native Swiss breed from the Bernese Alps. They were used for driving livestock and guarding property farms and the families.

In early 1900’s, dog lovers conducted a show in Bernes Alps where large dogs were exhibited. Following that was the foundation of the breed club in Burgdorf in 1907. The club was called "Schweizerische Dürrbach-Klub”, which wrote the first standard, separating it as a Bernese Mountain Dog breed.