About the Lowchen
The
"Little Lion Dog" is an
ancient breed that is cousin to the
Maltese and
Bichon Frise, and like
them, this lively little dog was revered among the nobility
as a pampered "lap dog". The Lowchen has been depicted in
paintings by many leading artists, including German painter,
Albrecht Dürer, who featured the Lowchen in many of his
woodcuts and paintings during the 1500's. The Lowchen trend
faded for a time, but was brought back during WWII thanks to
the efforts of a Belgian Lowchen fancier who was
instrumental in keeping the breed going. The breed has since
gained popularity in the UK, the US and Canada as a beloved
family pet.
The Lowchen's unique "lion-like" appearance is achieved
through grooming - the coat does not grow that way.
The unclipped areas of the coat are left natural and shaggy
- like a lion's mane.
The Lowchen measures 10 to 13 inches at the shoulder and
weighs from 12 to 15 pounds.
The Lowchen is alert, intelligent, and affectionate - a
loving companion dog with a lively, outgoing, and
inquisitive personality.
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