Little Lion Dog

Little Lion Dog. The muzzle is the same length or slightly shorter than the back skull and is relatively broad. The name Lowchen means little lion dog The name is definitely German but since the middle ages they have been popular in France Germany Russia and the Netherlands.

They were pets of the Florentine nobels in the 15th century and the ladies in court clipped the hair on their bottoms and used them as hot water bottles. However their origin is believed to go back to the 16th century when very similar dogs appeared in different sources. There is a Chinese legend detailing the origins of this little lion dog.

Little Lion design - handmade dog jewelryart.

The practice of pairing one lion-dog and one lion started in the Heian Period 794-1185. Handmade jewelery with positive vibes. The Löwchen also called the Little Lion is a small dog whose coat is often cut to resemble the look of a lion. Puppies will cost a little more from a professional dog breeder but its worth it.