In the Spotlight
The Cocker Spaniel
by Editor in Dog Breeds
Cocker Spaniel History and Origin: The Cocker Spaniel originates from Spain, but was further developed in the UK and the US. They were originally bred to hunt gamebirds, particularly woodcock, which is how they got [...]
Dog Breeds
The Cocker Spaniel
Cocker Spaniel History and Origin: The Cocker Spaniel originates from Spain, but was further developed in the UK and the US. They were originally bred to hunt gamebirds, particularly woodcock, which is how they got […]
Dog Breeds
Dog Breeds
The Australian Shepherd
Australian Shepherd History and Origin: The Australian Shepherd, despite its name, originated in the western United States, not Australia, around the time of the Gold Rush in the 1840s. Developed to herd livestock and work […]
Dog Breeds
The Cocker Spaniel
Cocker Spaniel History and Origin: The Cocker Spaniel originates from Spain, but was further developed in the UK and the US. They were originally bred to hunt gamebirds, particularly woodcock, which is how they got […]
Dog Breeds
The Corgi
Corgi History and Origin: Corgis, which include the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Cardigan Welsh Corgi, are among the oldest herding breeds. Originating from Wales, they were used as farm guardians and livestock herders. The […]
Dog Breeds
The Australian Shepherd
Australian Shepherd History and Origin: The Australian Shepherd, despite its name, originated in the western United States, not Australia, around the time of the Gold Rush in the 1840s. Developed to herd livestock and work […]
