Lowchen

Lowchen

Group: Non-Sporting Group

Origin: France

Height: 10 to 13 inches (25-33 cm)

Weight: 12-15 lbs (5.5-7 kg)

Lowchen
Australian Ch Bumir J’Adore (imp Swed) – Julius
Photo: Lowenhart Afghans & Lowchen, Australia

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Breed Profile

The Lowchen, meaning “Little Lion Dog” and know as “Petit Chien Lion” in his native France, has strong roots in Germany. The breed has twice appeared in the Guiness Book of World Records — once as the most expensive dog in the world and once as the rarest dog in the world.

He is an affectionate, outgoing, playful and intelligent dog. He is easily trained and is excellent in obedience work and a good candidate for agility. The Lowchen is naturally self-confident and enjoys being the centre of attention. Any signs of shyness are uncharacteristic of the breed.

The Lowchen has a soft, silky, non-shedding coat of any colour or combination of colours. His gait is proud and determined, accentuated by the full mane which he wears from the lion clip.

Health Issues

If you are considering the adoption of a Lowchen puppy, or any breed, it is very important to be selective in choosing a responsible and reputable breeder. Ensure that the prospective puppy’s parents have all health clearances. Breeding of any dog should not be done until after they have been proven to be free of evidence of significant hereditary diseases. (For more information on selecting a breeder, see the articles on the General Information page.)

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Breed Standards

 

Grooming Information

Training Resources

  • Training — For training information, see this growing section of the Canada’s Guide to Dogs website for tips, articles, as well as listings of training centres across Canada.

 

Additional Information

  • Euro Bichons — Euro Bichons is Europe’s only Multi-Bichons Breed Community – Bichons Frisé, Havanese, Bolognese, Lowchen, Maltese, Coton Du Tulear.
  • Lowchen Pedigree Database
  • Clubs, Sports & Activities — For information on the many sports and activities you can get involved in with your dog.
  • Working Dogs — The Working Dogs section of the Canada’s Guide to Dogs website provides information and listings of organizations that are involved in various dog jobs, such as Guide Dogs, Therapy Dogs, Police Dogs, Protection Dogs, and much more.

Breed Listing

*NOTE 1: CHIC – The Canine Health Information Center “is a database of consolidated health screening results from multiple sources. Co-sponsored by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) and the American Kennel Club (AKC) Canine Health Foundation, CHIC works with parent clubs to identify health screening protocols appropriate for individual breeds. Dogs tested in accordance with the parent club established requirements, that have their results registered and made available in the public domain are issued CHIC numbers.” To learn more, visit: www.caninehealthinfo.org


*NOTE 2: The Fédération Cynologique International (FCI) is the World Canine Organization, which includes 91 members and contract partners (one member per country) that each issue their own pedigrees and train their own judges. The FCI recognizes 344 breeds, with each being the “property” of a specific country. The “owner” countries write the standards of these breeds in co-operation with the Standards and Scientific Commissions of the FCI, and the translation and updating are carried out by the FCI. The FCI is not a breed registry nor does it issue pedigrees.

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