Lowchen Breed Info

Energy ****
Trainng ***
Watchdog ****
Grooming ****

Lowchen are originated from Belgium and also known as little lion dog
Size: max: 14 in (H) with proportionate weight
Color: can be any color
Coat: dense, soft, long, and slightly wavy
Personality: intelligent, alert, outgoing, affectionate
Care: grooming, socialization
Known health problem: luxating patellas
Group: non-sporting dogs

Good with children? yes
Good with other pets? yes

Lowchen Club

The Lowchen Club of America
www.The LowchenClubOfAmerica.org

Pronounced "Lerv-chun", the Lowchen name means "Little Lion Dog". This breed is known to share its roots with the Bichon family.

It almost vanished during the 1960s when its numbers dramatically slipped down to practically nothing. Fortunately, the breed was revived when a group of breeders imported a handful of related dogs from Germany and moved them to Britain. These dogs had to be interbred extensively which helped form the base for today's Lowchen breed in both Britain and in the United States.

The survival of the Lowchen dogs proved to be successful and, in the year of 1996, the breed was entered into the AKC's miscellaneous class. Soon in 1999 the Lowchen was an official member of the non-sporting group

Traditionally, this breed is generally cut in a lion clip, which comes with the coat clipped short from the dog's last rib all the way down to the hock joint, including the hindquarters. The front legs are shaved from the elbow to slightly above the dog's pastern. The feet are also clipped and approximately one half of the tail is shaved. Whatever long hair is left over is left 'as is'.

Lowchen dog is the perfect choice for a quiet family that enjoys having a lovable and high-spirited small pet around the house. With its high energy levels and friendly attitude towards people and other animals, this dog is fun to have around, and it is easily trainable. It also makes an excellent watchdog. This breed is adaptable and does well living in an apartment living.

Taking Care Of Your Lowchen Dog

Exercise requirements for the dogs can be taken care of by a short walk or brief play sessions on a daily basis. These dogs also enjoy mental stimulation and fun games. Grooming does require a little work, with a thorough brushing every other day. To keep its traditional lion trim, Lowchen dogs will need clipping every couple of months. This breed typically lives a long and healthy life of up to 16 years.