Centuries-old Scottish breed, bearded collie, sports a shaggy coat with a distinctive beard. Energetic and agile sheepherder. Grooming needs include daily brushing, undercoat rake, and baths.
Ancient Afghan hound, with a flowing coat, excels as a sighthound and endures cold climates. Regular grooming includes brushing and bathing to preserve its majestic appearance.
Bolognese, from Italy, boasts a fluffy white coat adored by royals. Calm lapdog, nearly extinct, saved by devoted enthusiasts. Daily brushing needed to prevent tangles, but minimal shedding.
Magnificent Briard from France, a sheepherder with flowing coat and strong build. Loyal, loving, and versatile. Double coat needs regular brushing to remove loose undercoat.
The coton de Tulear: Madagascar's royal dog, adored for its charming, cotton-like coat. Devoted companion, prone to separation anxiety. Regular brushing needed.
Havanese: Cuba's native breed, with a luxurious, silky coat. Highly social, intelligent, and family-friendly. Minimal shedding. Long coat needs daily brushing, cords require intensive maintenance
Ancient Lhasa Apso: From Tibet's Himalayas. Palace watchdogs, sacred to Lhasa city. Straight, dense, low-shed double-coat. Brush 2-3 times/week, professional trimming.
Pekingese: Beloved lapdog of Chinese royalty. Luxurious double coat, lion-like ruff. Needs regular, thorough brushing, baths, and clipping. Careful grooming for this brachycephalic breed.
Shih Tzu: Chinese "lion" dog, loved by royalty. Affectionate, lively, and outgoing. Long, silky coat needs professional grooming and regular maintenance. Frequent brushing, bathing, and trimming.
Tibetan Terrier: Not a terrier. "Holy dog of Tibet." Watchdog and companion in monasteries. Protective double coat - fine outer, wooly undercoat. Brush 2-3 times/week.