Blog: breed of the month

labrador

Breed of the Month: Labrador Retriever

The Labrador Retriever originated in the 1700’s in St. John’s Newfoundland, Canada. The Labrador Retriever was bred to aid fishermen in retrieving fish as well as a family companion dog.

cat

Breed of the Month: Siberian Forest Cat

The Siberian Forest Cat is the National Cat of Russia as has been in existence for over 1000 years. Siberian Forest Cats are native to the forests of Siberia with a subarctic climate – this would explain the water repellent triple coat that they have.

golden retriever

Breed of the Month: Golden Retriever

The Golden Retriever is one of the best family dogs you can find. Friendly to everyone, the Golden Retriever is charming and loving. According to the Canadian Kennel Club (CKC), the Golden Retriever was developed in the mid-19th century by a Scotsman, Sir Dudley Majoribanks, later Lord Tweedmouth.

Exotic Shorthair cat

Breed of the Month: Exotic Shorthair

The Exotic Shorthair was created in the 1950’s by crossbreeding Persians, American Shorthairs, Burmese and Russian Blues. Exotics have been nicknamed “The lazy man’s Persian” because they resemble a Persian, but their coat is shorter and easier to care for.