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L\u00f6wchen (Little Lion Dog) – Toy<\/h3>\"\"<\/div><\/div>
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Name<\/th>\nL\u00f6wchen (Little Lion Dog) - Toy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Size<\/th>\nSmall<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Grooming<\/th>\nRegular Grooming<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Training<\/th>\nEasy to Moderate<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Exercise<\/th>\nDaily walks<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Origins<\/th>\nGerman<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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The Little Lion of Dogs!<\/h3>\n
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Quick Overview<\/h3>\n

This breed of dog is known as the L\u00f6wchen, this means \"Little Lion\" in German and with this name they are known as the Little Lion of dogs. L\u00f6wchen Originate from Germany and are known for being quite a rare type of breed. They are known for being fun-loving dogs, courageous dogs and affectionate little dogs that adapted to the right household and the right environment!<\/p>\n

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Image Credit: Shutterstock<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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Size:\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 10 to 14 inches<\/p>\n

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Grooming:\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Long, Thick and soft coat<\/p>\n

Exercise:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Daily walks<\/p>\n

Training:\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Easy to Moderate training<\/p>\n

Origins:\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Germany<\/p>\n

Lifespan:\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a013 to 15 years<\/p>\n

Breed Type:\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0L\u00f6wchen<\/p>\n

History of the L\u00f6wchen Breed<\/h2>\n

Even with the name originating from Germany, it is still hard to tell where the breed is really from. There is a debate about the whereabouts of this breed and the real history of this dog. Different enthusiasts and historians debate about this breed.<\/p>\n

A lot of people, that are mainly trying to figure out the breed fully and how they came about, argue about the breeds and relation to this dog. Some say that they are related to the Poodles and they ordinated in Northern Europe, mainly around France and Germany. Others believe tat this breed is more related to the Bichon Frise and they were first developed in the Mediterranean regions. Suggesting they came from either Russia or Tibet!<\/p>\n

This dog has been in paintings since the 16th Century and there is no debate about the breed of this dogs history! Just the breed of the dog and the origin in full! There were mainly a popular choice amongst selected gentry and regal figures. There has been another argument around this dog however, with there warm skin. This has been suggested to have been used as a water bottle for Ladies in bed. Meaning the dog would be in the same bed as the Ladies!<\/p>\n

At the end of the 19th Century, a breed enthusiast by the name of Madame Benert managed to keep this breed of dog alive and now it is known as a rare breed. In the 1970s the US introduced it into the American Kennel Club!<\/p>\n

Fun Facts About Your L\u00f6wchen Dog!<\/h2>\n

Love them or hate them, here are some Five Minutes Spare<\/a> hard facts that may or may not entertain you:<\/p>\n