History of English Springer Spaniel breed

The term Spaniel came from the Roman name for Spain, which is HISPANIA. The factual basis of the breed is still uncertain. If the English Springer Spaniels did not spread into Europe from Spain, people of Ireland, Wales and France will not believe that it should be called as “dog of Spain”. It may have been spread by Roman traders and conquerors, but there is no proof or a written evidence of its Roman name. However, it was concluded that the spaniel was a native of Spain and was broaden by the Romans in Europe.

In the late 14th century, a wealthy and powerful Lord of Southern France wrote his immortal classic where he describes hunting dogs in their work as quartering in front of the master, retrieving from water and land, glowing games – all of which are characteristics about English Springer Spaniel we know and admire today. By the 19th century, the English Springer Spaniel was first exhibited in the Show Ring. Because of the World War I, the show scene did not start again until the late 1920’s. This was then the most active period of the breed and registrations of the breed to the American Kennel Club were established.

History of Saint Bernard breed

Saint Bernard, originally bred for rescue, is a descendant of the Tibetan mastiffs taken by the Romans to the Alps about 1000AD. More than 2,000 people have been saved by the Saint Bernards. They worked in teams to look for lost or injured travelers. The dogs lick them to get their circulation going and one dog lies beside the man to give them warmth. Another dog gets a human rescue and led them back to the lost traveler. This breed’s sense of smell can be used even if the person is under feet of snow. The family of St. Bernard shared history with Sennenhunds or Swiss Mountain Dogs. These are huge farm dogs and the dairymen of the Swiss Alps. Saint Bernard dog is known internationally today as one of the Molossoid breeds. Its name derived from traveler’s hospice on the often untrustworthy St. Bernard Pass in the Western Alps between Italy and Switzerland where the name was passed to the dogs in the area. St. Bernard wasn’t commonly used until mid 19th century.

History of Pekingese breed

Pekingese dog breed was held with high regard by Chinese Imperial but when overtaken by the French and British forces in 1800’s, it was ordered to be destroyed to avoid being in the hands of foreign people. However, there were five dogs that were able to stay alive and were brought to England. These five dogs were bred and continued the breed that we have today. Recent DNA analysis proved that Pekingese is one of the oldest breeds and one of the least genetically diverged from wolves. For centuries, only members of the Chinese Imperial Palace can own this dog. But since there were few dogs that survived and were taken to different countries, breeding was continued.

This breed doesn’t choose its handler. It can be a great companion for adults or children. Pekingese can be picky eaters but diet of this dog should always be watched on. They shouldn’t be putting on too much weight or they will have joint problems. Due to their abundance of fur, it is important to keep the Pekingese care intact. They are indoor dogs and they are prone to having heatstroke when exposed to high temperature.

History of Japanese Chin breed

The Japanese Chin was originally bred to aid women in the Imperial Palace and as lap dogs for Chinese aristocracy. This breed stayed in the guidance of the upper class and they were usually given as gifts to diplomats and foreigners who endowed noted services to Japan. Commodore Perry brought the first Chins to England in 1853 and a pair was given to Queen Victoria. Eventually, the breed came to America but there is no record of their destination.

The true origin of the Japanese Chins is, up to date, a controversy. It was agreed that the source is from China and were brought over to Japan around 732. Some say the ancestors of these dogs showed in Japan around that year as gifts from the rulers of Korea while others claim they were gifts to the Empress of Japan. This breed reflects Japanese receptivity and is truly Japanese in creation. The Japanese made a breed distinct from other dogs for helping and working reasons; while the Chins are bred for pleasurable companionship.