Happy May everyone! This month we're celebrating the Drever!

The Drever is a Swedish dog breed acquired from Germany in 1910 and crafted specifically for deer hunting. The short legs were chosen on purpose to keep the Drever near the ground for scenting and to keep them from moving too fast toward the prey, as the Roe deer they help hunt are skittish and must be approached carefully. The name was chosen by a newspaper contest in 1947 and is derived from the Swedish word 'drev' which describes the type of hunt when the prey is driven toward the hunter. These are strong, hardworking dogs, beloved by their hunting companions, and rarely found as companion pets.

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Don't be fooled by their whimsical hairstyles! The Dandie Dintmont Terrier was raised to hunt badgers and otters in Scotland in the 1600s! These tough little dogs were named after a character in Sir Walter Scott's novel "Guy Mannering" in which the character Dandie Dintmont was based on the breed's originator. The fluff of hair on top of their heads is called a "topknot" and should be distinct and fluffy in show dogs.

This month we are celebrating the Australian Mist cat!

The Australian Mist or Spotted Mist is a breed that hails from the great Down Under. It was crafted by breeding tabby cats with Abyssinian and Balinese varieties. It's known for its green eyes and beautiful eumelanistic coat colors, meaning the blacks and dark browns in their marbled or spotted coats are more muted than other breeds. #cat #artwork #australianmist #tabbycat #shorthair #jensdogscustom #jenstoart

The German Wirehaired Pointer, otherwise known as the Deutsch Drahthaar, is a loyal and energetic gundog known for it's rough and rugged coat. The coat is designed for outdoor activity because it insulates against weather and protects against thorns and brambles. Although closely related to the German Shorthair Pointer, this is not simply a wirehaired variant. It is its own unique breed and a smart playful companion for an active dog owner, be they hunter or outdoor sports fan. #germanwirehairedpointer #jensdogscustom #jenstoart #dog #artwork #artist

This homestead dog hails from the southern states of the USA. It is one of the oldest dog breeds in the country, and as such has gone by many different names including the Southern Cur, the Yellow-Black Cur, the Florida Brown Dog (they are a contributing breed) and Caramelo Dog which a similar version of the Black Mouth that exists in Latin America. Black Mouth Curs are versatile and historically used for hunting, guarding, and herding. They are a beloved part of American history, households, and storytelling as it's believed that the title character in "Old Yeller" was also a Black Mouth Cur.

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The domestic cat or house cat, "felis catus," is the only truly domesticated cat species currently on earth. They were domesticated in 7500 BC, and have lived alongside humans as mousers, companions, and friends ever since. While they are social creatures, they are solitary hunters known for their lithe flexible bodies and retractable claws. Cats are very intelligent creatures, with cognition comparable to a young human child. They are proficient in problem solving, learn by observation and adapt to any scenario, which is one reason why they have endured so wonderfully for thousands of years.

This month we're celebrating the Nebelung!

These Russian Cats are often referred to as a long-haired version of the famous Russian Blue. While the two breeds are related, it is not quite accurate on a genetic level. There is a Russian line of the breed that comes from Russian origins, but the breed currently showing in the US was cultivated out of a Black Shorthair cat and a Blue Longhair cat, creating a steel colored cat with a mid-length coat. The name comes from the German word Nibelung meaning "Creature of the Mist." #jensdogscustom #jenstoart #cat #nebelung #nebelungcat www.jensdogsCUSTOM.com

Its no April Fool! This month we're celebrating the Volpino Italiano! A cousin of the Pomeranian from renaissance Italy!

The Volpino Italiano is a Spitz-type dog historically known for being small but but standing tall. Depicted by painters as early as the 1502, small white dogs of the type were common through Italy and used as guard dogs. The modern version of the Volpino is a result of restorative breeding and an attempt to save the breed from near extinction in the 1960s. The breed continues to grow especially in its native homeland where yearly registrations to dog clubs averaged around 160 in 2019.