El lowchen, also known as Little Lion Dog or Petit Chien LionIt is a small dog with long and silky mane, and a friendly appearance. Their height ranges between 25 and 33 cm, and their weight around 4 or 8 kg at most. Their fur can be of different colors and their nickname, "lion dog", refers to their particular haircut. We tell you more about this curious breed.
It is one of the oldest canine breeds that are currently known. We know very little about their origins, although they are believed to be descended from bichons originating in the south of France, specifically from the Lyon region, where they were common as pets of the aristocracy. However, another theory claims that his birth is in Germany, and that he is descended from some type of Tibetan terrier.
It is an active, playful dog and, in general, with Good character. It is usually sociable and affectionate with its own, as well as with other animals. You hate being away from your family, so in some cases you may suffer from separation anxiety. It is often very attentive to what is happening around it, quickly warning us of any sound it detects.
Sometimes his excessive nervousness leads him to bark too much or to engage in compulsive behaviors, such as digging holes in the garden or biting our objects. We can avoid these problems by providing you with sufficient physical exercise; at least two walks a day. You also need to play frequently and reinforce training orders, always through positive reinforcement.
Regarding their care, we must pay special attention to their furas it tangles easily. It is convenient to brush it daily, as well as to bathe it every month and a half or two months approximately. On the other hand, it is a sensitive and friendly dog, so we have to dedicate a large part of our time to its care.
Respecto a your healthThere are no known diseases especially associated with this breed, although it may suffer patella luxation and progressive retinal atrophy.