Lowchen

Lowchen

Size: Small
Weight: 9 - 18 lbs.
Height: 12" - 14"
Life Span: 13 - 14 years
Health Problems: Patellar luxation
Origin: France (1600s)
Also Known As: Little Lion Dog
Group: Non-Sporting
Category: Companion Dog

Exercise Needs

No special exercise requirements.

Grooming Needs

Regular trimming and brushing to keep hair from matting is required for your Lowchen.

Temperament

Spunky, intelligent and highly social. This breed has a tendency to bark and dig. It will want to be the leader in the household and may not always do well with other pets. The Lowchen requires firm training due to a willful and somewhat arrogant demeanor.

Compatibility with Kids

Good with children.

History

Popular in Western Europe as a companion as early as the 1500s, the Lowchen is a close relative to the other varieties of the Bichon.

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