Shetland Sheepdog: Needs & Common Issues

Shetland Sheepdog: Needs & Common Issues

Shetland Sheepdog at a GlanceCKC group Herding DogsOrigin Shetland Islands, ScotlandBred for Herding and guarding small livestockHeight 33 to 40.75 cm (13 to 16 in)Weight The CKC standard sets height limits onlyCoat Double coat: long, harsh outer coat over a dense...
Havanese: Needs & Common Issues

Havanese: Needs & Common Issues

Havanese at a GlanceCKC group Toy DogsOrigin Cuba, from Mediterranean Bichon dogsBred for CompanionshipHeight Ideal 23 to 27 cm (9 to 10.5 in)Weight About 3 to 6 kg (7 to 13 lb)Coat Long, soft and silky, with very little sheddingColours Any colour, marking or...
French Bulldog: Needs & Common Issues

French Bulldog: Needs & Common Issues

French Bulldog at a GlanceCKC group Non-Sporting DogsOrigin England and France, 1800sBred for CompanionshipHeight Small and compact. The CKC standard sets weight, not heightWeight Up to 12.75 kg (28 lb)Coat Short, smooth and fineColours Fawn, cream, white, fawn...
Poodle: Needs & Common Issues

Poodle: Needs & Common Issues

Poodle at a GlanceCKC group Non-Sporting Dogs (Standard and Miniature), Toy Dogs (Toy)Origin Europe, well established by the 1500sBred for Retrieving waterfowlHeight Standard over 38 cm (15 in), most 56 to 66 cm (22 to 26 in). Miniature 25.5 to 38 cm (10 to 15 in)....