A Markiesje, also known as Dutch Tulip Hound,[1] is believed to be an old dog breed. On several paintings dating from the 17th and 18th century a small, black dog resembling a Markiesje can be seen. However, the Markiesje - as currently known - has only been bred actively since the mid 1970s.[citation needed]
| Markiesje Dutch Tulip Hound | |
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| Other names | Hollandse Tuliphond |
| Origin | Netherlands |
| Dog (domestic dog) | |
The Markiesje was accepted by the Dutch Raad van Beheer op Kynologisch Gebied in Nederland as an official breed[2] but it is not yet accepted by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale.
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The Dutch Raad van Beheer op Kynologisch Gebied in Nederland categorized Markiesje as a companion dog,[2] not to be confused with a lap dog. The dog likes long walks and runs. Markiesjes are rather alert and will act as watchdog.[3] The dog can be kept with other pets, such as cats and rodents, provided they are introduced properly and trained to accept each other.
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edit- ^ "Is er een Engelstalige vertaling voor het hondenras 'Markiesje'? (Is there an English word for the dog breed 'Markiesje'?". Ik heb een vraag. 16 June 2014. Retrieved 16 June 2014.
- ^ a b "Dutch Breeds". Raad van Beheer. Retrieved 16 June 2014.
- ^ "Markiesje Breed Attributes". Pet your dog. Retrieved 20 June 2014.
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