This breed, related to the Schnauzer and whose origins date back to the 15th century, is a medium sized dog, 45 to 50 cm, with a proud bearing and strong musculature, weighing 14 to 20 kg, used by farmers in Germany to control rodent pests.
The Dobermann is a breed of dog of German origin that owes its name to Karl Friedrich Louis Dobermann, a German who, at the end of the 19th century, took the initiative to create a new breed of dog that would effectively serve his difficult job as a tax collector.
The Affenpinscher is a breed of dog of the Pinscher family of small, stocky build, bred since the 17th century. Its coat is bristly, commonly black and short, giving it an ape-like appearance, hence the breed name.
The Maine Coon is a large, sociable cat, hence its nickname, ‘the gentle giant’. It is characterised by a prominent ruff along its chest, a robust bone structure, a rectangular body shape, an uneven two-layered coat with longer guard hairs over a silky satin undercoat and a long, bushy tail.
Siberian cats are true lovers of nature. What most impresses admirers of this breed, known as Sibirskaja koschka in Russia, its country of origin, is its appearance and unassuming character. Their rich coat is adapted to the cold winters and hot summers of Siberia. It keeps them warm during the cold times of the year and is light enough for the summer months.
Some say they look like fairies, some say they look like Kate Moss and some say they look like Yoda from Star Wars. These cats have the most unique looks. Meet devon rex: a mischievous, playful cat with a rather unusual hairstyle.
The Cornish Rex is a breed with an extraordinary appearance and an interesting history. It is an independent breed, but also very social. A good companion for those looking for an active, intelligent and quick learning feline.
The chartreux cat is a quiet, friendly and beautiful French feline, which offers good company. It is a much-loved breed in France and is still difficult to find outside Europe.
The Tornjak originated from genetically homogeneous, almost extinct, indigenous shepherd dogs. These dogs have...
The Leonberger is a breed of dog originating in Germany and owes its name to the German town of Leonberg, in...
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