| Markiesje Dutch Tulip Hound | |
| Also Known As: | Hollandse Tuliphond |
| Country: | Netherlands |
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.
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.
The Dutch Raad van Beheer op Kynologisch Gebied in Nederland categorized Markiesje as a companion dog, 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.