Lowchen - Little Lion Dog

Shown above is Australian Champion Chinaroad Mercedes, bred and owned by Chinaroad Lowchens - www.lowchensaustralia.com

Lorraine D Chippindale
CHINA ROAD SHOW DOGS
Best In Show winning little lions!
Chinaroad L�wchens of Australia ~ http://lowchensaustralia.com

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN France.

MOST SUITED AS Family pet.

SIZE
The shoulder-height is 20 - 35cm (7 1/2 - 13 1/2in)

COAT
The coat is long and wavy but should not curl. LOwchen do not have undercoats. Any colour is acceptable.

CARE REQUIRED
Brush and comb the coat regularly to prevent tangles forming. This dog is usually clipped out in the breed style regardless of whether they are to be shown. The hindquarters, the section of the tail closest to the body, and part of the front legs are close clipped. The coat does not shed hairs so any dead hairs are removed by brushing.

CHARACTER
The Lowchen is a cheerful, playful, and companionable dog that is intelligent, eager to learn, gentle natured, and sensitive.

TRAINING
These dogs usually learn quickly and present little difficulty in their training.

SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR
The company of children and other household animals causes no problems of any kind.

EXERCISE
They have average needs in terms of exercise and normally adapt to your circumstances. When you want to go for a longer walk, this dog will happily accompany you.