What’s in a Dog?

Love a snow dog? Check out this episode to learn all about the original sled pulling champion just in time for the conclusion of the 2025 Iditarod. 

This little Italian treasure hunter will have you shouting Figo! Don't get ahead of yourselves though, a fully trained tuber hunter will set you back anywhere from $8-12,000 dollars. Mama Mia!

https://lagottoamerica.com/history/

https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/lagotto-romagnolo/

A royal lap warmer almost lost to a fad of non-functional breed trends. Check out this episode to learn more about these adorable little companion dogs. 

Sources: 

https://ackcsc.org/

https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/cavalier-king-charles-spaniel-history-behind-the-breed/

Walking cotton candy, barking land cloud, floofy friend, all names to describe the dog on this week's episode all about the Bichon Frise. These small white companions are extremely loveable and smart to boot! 

Sources: 

https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/bichon-frise-history/

https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/bichon-frise/

https://www.bichonrescue.org/about-the-bichon-frise

Learn about this primitive breed known for loyalty and independence. Named for the South Korean Island of Jindo, these pups are loved for their unique personalities and have even been named as the 53rd National Treasure of Korea. 

The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever... small retriever, way too much name to go along with it. This tiny multipurpose dog was created to mimic the fox, and I think they did a pretty bang-up job. Find out more about this compact sporting do in our 13th episode.

Spinone? Is that a pasta? No, it is an ancient hunting breed from Italy. The Spinone is a wire coated medium sized dog with lots of love to give and strong instincts as an accomplished hunting dog. This bearded companion with soon be in your top ten when you listen to this week's episode of What's in a Dog?

Sources: 

https://www.academia.edu/

Spinone Italiano - Complete History and Development - Project Upland

Complete History And Evolution Of The Spinone Italiano | Spinone Life

Spinone Italiano History: A Hardworking Hunter – American Kennel Club (akc.org)

What has 24 toes and crazy flexibility? The Norwegian Lundehund AKA the puffin dog. These incredible creatures helped feed the people of the Norwegian Islands for hundreds of years. After facing extinction multiple times, this still-rare breed is back for good and growing in number. 

About Lundehunds – Norwegian Lundehund Association of America (nlaainc.com)

Midnattsol Kennels and Susan Torgerson in Washingtion State (lundehunds.com)

Rarest Dog Breed: Norwegian Lundehund History From the Brink of Extinction – American Kennel Club (akc.org)

www.akc.org/

Rare, ancient, and hairless? I'm not talking about your grandpa, this week's episode is all about the Xolo, AKA the Mexican Hairless Dog. This dog came into existence thousands of years ago and has had a long history of guiding spirits in the underworld and healing the sick. 

Sources: 

The Comprehensive Guide to Xoloitzcuintli: History, Care, and More - PetHelpful

Xoloitzcuintli History: Where the Breed Originated (akc.org)

The Aztec Underworld: A Journey Through Mictlan - Aztec Mythology (mythologyworldwide.com)

https://www.nature.com/

About Xolos — Xoloitzcuintli Club of America

Poodles! The national dog of France and one of the most beloved dog breeds in America. The tale of how this sporting dog turned companion will make you say, "Oh my Dog". We also cover the doodle craze sweeping the nation and what that might mean for the future of mixed poodles. 

Sources: 

www.akc.org

Best Goldendoodle Generations: F1, F1B, F1BB, F2, F2B, F3! (welovedoodles.com)

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