The Lowchen gets its name from the way their coat is cut (to resemble that of a lion).
They stand 10 to 13 inches in height.
They typically weigh between 10 and 20 pounds.
This breed has a short strong body.
These small dogs have a long wavy coat.
They can be found in the following colors:
black
white
lemon
Temperament
This breed is relatively intelligent.
They tend to be quite affectionate and sociable.
These small dogs are good with children, other dogs, and other household pets.
These dogs are also quite calm.
This small dog may have the tendency to dig.
Living Standards
Due to their relaxed personality, this breed will do fine living in an apartment.
If you own a home, a small yard will suffice. As mentioned earlier, these small dogs like to dig. Therefore, you may need to monitor them when they are outside.
Exercise
This breed needs to be walked on a daily basis.
These small dogs also love to play in addition to a walk.
Be sure to provide them with dog toys and bones to chew.
Litter size
These dogs will normally have between 3 and 6 pups per litter.
Health and Life Expectancy
This is a relatively healthy breed.
Certain health issues that are common in these small dogs include:
The life expectancy of this breed is typically between 13 and 16 years of age.
Trainability and Obedience
Due to their intelligence, these small dogs are not difficult to obedience train.
Be firm and consistent with your commands.
Show these small dogs that you are the leader and they will follow your lead. If you do not, they may have the tendency to be stubborn and independent.
For the best results, begin training your small dog when he/she is a pup.
Remember that any small dog breed can develop small dog syndrome if not properly trained.
Grooming
When grooming this breed, be sure to brush them on a consistent basis.
These small dogs are normally clipped in three areas:
the front legs
the hindquarters
the tail
Bathe when necessary.
Trim their nails when necessary.
History
Lowchen is a German term meaning “Little Lion”. Thus, it is believe that these small dogs originated in Germany.
This breed became a popular during the 1500s in countries such as Germany, France, Italy, and Spain.
Unfortunately, this small dog became quite rare after WWII.
