Preserving the Little Lion Dog
Potrero Lowchen
Want to learn more about adding the PERFECT companion dog to your life?
The Little Lion Dog — rare, ancient, and utterly charming.
ABOUT THE BREED
Origin — Germany
Size — 12"–14" at the shoulder
Weight — 12–14 lbs
Activity Level — Medium to High
Trainability — Extremely trainable
Grooming — Medium-High, non-shedding
Puppies
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How It Works
From first hello to homecoming day.
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Contact Me
Send a message about your home, dog experience, and why you want a Löwchen.
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Talk
We’ll have a phone or video call so I can learn about you and you can ask questions.
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Join the Waitlist
If we’re a good fit, you’ll join the waitlist. This breed is rare and litters are small, so wait times vary.
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Puppy Matching
Around 12 weeks I assess each pup’s temperament and build and choose the best home for them.
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Homecoming
Pups go home at 12 weeks (about 4 months for the Advanced Program). We’ll meet in person for the hand off!
A Few of Our Dogs
Kramer
Swedish Import Grand Champion Currently a top ranked Lowchen in the US.
Dottie
Bred By Potrero Grand Champion Sweetest girl you’ll ever meet
Maya
Bred By Potrero Grand Champion the top female Lowchen in 2022, Westminster Best Female Lowchen 2022
Your Questions, Answered
Do all puppies get the Puppy Culture program?
Yes—every single one. All puppies born here are raised using Puppy Culture protocols from the start. It's not optional. To learn more about how we raise our litters,
How big are your litters?
Small. Lowchen typically have just 2–4 puppies per litter, and our average is 3. This is part of why the breed is so rare and why our waitlist exists. We also have a tendency to have more males than females in each litter.
Why do you choose which puppy goes to which home?
Because I know my puppies. By 12 weeks, I've spent hundreds of hours with them and understand their individual personalities, energy levels, and potential. Matching is about setting each puppy—and each family—up for success.