Lowchen
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| FCI Standard No. 233 | ||
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Petit chien lion |
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| Withers height: |
26-32 cm |
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| Weight: |
About 6 kg |
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The Lowchen is a French breed of dog recognized by the FCI ( FCI Group 9, Section 1.3, Standard No. 233 ).
Origin and history
Dogs of the current Löwchen breed seem to have existed as early as the Middle Ages : In the cathedral of Amiens , built in the 13th century, you can see two small dogs carved in stone that correspond to the Löwchen type. In the 15th century, its characteristic silhouette was often depicted in carpets. The name comes from an old shear method: the rear part is bald except for the tail and feet, the front part with the lush hair, so that it really looked like a small male lion . It is related to the Bichons , so there is a close relationship to the Maltese , Havanese , Bichon Frisé , Bolognese and Coton de Tuléar .
Formerly the classic fashion dog of the nobility, it almost completely disappeared from the scene at the end of the 19th century and in the 20th century. By 1965 there were hardly more than 40 copies worldwide. As a result, the number of dogs slowly increased again. In 1976 the breed was recognized by the British Kennel Club and in 1995 by the FCI with a new, slightly changed standard.
description
The Löwchen is a companion dog up to 33 cm tall and weighing around 6 kg with silky hair, long, wavy, dense; without undercoat; all colors or all combined colors are allowed. The ears are set low, of medium length, the tail is carried gracefully and bent on the back without touching it.
Essence
Despite his origins as a luxury dog , he is a sturdy dog who feels comfortable in palaces, but also in the country. His fur is weatherproof, he is also not afraid of long walks, walks with the bike or horse. His good-natured nature makes him a good beginner dog who also likes children.
use
Lap dog, domestic dog, companion dog
