Kromfohrlander Club of America
What is a Kromfohrlander?
One thing for sure is that, despite their scruffy pajamas, the Kromfohrlander is not a terrier. He was developed purely as a companion breed and is not like any other breed. He will do what you want to do with him. If YOU want to run agility, she is happy to run with you. But- you are the idea person. They just love to be with you, no matter what you are doing. They will figure out a way to 'help' you. Sometimes that does include zoomie runs, sniffing for the occasional critter or scent of some other dog. If you are creative, she will respond to your activity, usually quite nicely. They really are a great companion, first and foremost. They are not like other dogs, have their own unique traits and ways of looking at life. They are sensitive, loyal and a lot of fun, laughter and love.
Mission Statement
Members of The Kromfohrlander Club of America promote, encourage and support:
• Exhibiting our dogs in breed conformation
• Training our dogs for a variety of performance sports
• Public education pertaining to our rare and endangered breed as loyal family companions
• Ethical and careful breeding of quality, purebred Kromfohrlanders, striving to maintain their health and their unique, steadfast character
• Responsible, humane treatment of all breeds of dogs
The Kromfohrlander:
...attained FCI recognition in 1955.
....is not to be a commercially bred breed. Breeding them is always to be a hobby, adhering to the founder's primary concept and concern
...came to America in 1997 and is a very loyal companion breed, rarely seen outside of Europe
...there were 12 years between the first 2 small (smooth) litters born in America (2004) and the re-boot of Kromis (rough) born in America (2016)
...YOUR RESCUE DOG IS NOT A KROMI. There are NO Kromfohrlanders in North America that have ever ended up in an animal shelter. Each one is accounted for (there aren't that many!) and microchipped for identification. You have a very lucky mixed breed that is the product of Mother Nature's favorite recipe (a RWTD/rough white and tan dog...with typically white and tan piebald coloration, a survival coat pattern and rough coat, a survival coat texture- see below). Likewise, NO KROMFOHRLANDER MIXES EXIST IN NORTH AMERICA, despite famously inaccurate (and for entertainment purposes ONLY) DNA breed ID tests.
...in its home country of Germany, numbers are limited by allowing only certain dogs that have been evaluated for breeding suitability by a team of breed experts. There are few breeders and typically a waitlist for puppies.
...it has always been a rarity, originating from a limited gene pool and not widely bred
...have a typical brown/tan 'survival' piebald coloration with a rough coat. The patches absorb the sun's heat more and protect organs, such as the brain and heart. Rough coats stay clean and repel water. The breed has no obvious dog odor, another good survival mechanism. Piebald coloration with a rough coat is very often seen in multiple random breedings (seen also in many shelter/rescue dogs)
...is a breed in danger of disappearing. We ask for participation from everyone, all hands on deck, if we want to preserve this breed
...is in its infancy here in the USA. It requires time and patience to get a puppy from European breeders. Only the ROUGH COATED (with a beard) variety of Kromfohrlander is currently bred in North America. There are typically many years wait to get a smooth coated Kromfohrlander from the very few breeders in Europe (and a long waiting list there).
...was first and foremost developed as a companion breed. This resulted in an innate, strong bond to their person, making them easy and willing training partners. The athleticism of many individuals of the breed are well suited for performance sports such as agility, obedience and scent work
Members of The Kromfohrlander Club of America promote, encourage and support:
• Exhibiting our dogs in breed conformation
• Training our dogs for a variety of performance sports
• Public education pertaining to our rare and endangered breed as loyal family companions
• Ethical and careful breeding of quality, purebred Kromfohrlanders, striving to maintain their health and their unique, steadfast character
• Responsible, humane treatment of all breeds of dogs
The Kromfohrlander:
...attained FCI recognition in 1955.
....is not to be a commercially bred breed. Breeding them is always to be a hobby, adhering to the founder's primary concept and concern
...came to America in 1997 and is a very loyal companion breed, rarely seen outside of Europe
...there were 12 years between the first 2 small (smooth) litters born in America (2004) and the re-boot of Kromis (rough) born in America (2016)
...YOUR RESCUE DOG IS NOT A KROMI. There are NO Kromfohrlanders in North America that have ever ended up in an animal shelter. Each one is accounted for (there aren't that many!) and microchipped for identification. You have a very lucky mixed breed that is the product of Mother Nature's favorite recipe (a RWTD/rough white and tan dog...with typically white and tan piebald coloration, a survival coat pattern and rough coat, a survival coat texture- see below). Likewise, NO KROMFOHRLANDER MIXES EXIST IN NORTH AMERICA, despite famously inaccurate (and for entertainment purposes ONLY) DNA breed ID tests.
...in its home country of Germany, numbers are limited by allowing only certain dogs that have been evaluated for breeding suitability by a team of breed experts. There are few breeders and typically a waitlist for puppies.
...it has always been a rarity, originating from a limited gene pool and not widely bred
...have a typical brown/tan 'survival' piebald coloration with a rough coat. The patches absorb the sun's heat more and protect organs, such as the brain and heart. Rough coats stay clean and repel water. The breed has no obvious dog odor, another good survival mechanism. Piebald coloration with a rough coat is very often seen in multiple random breedings (seen also in many shelter/rescue dogs)
...is a breed in danger of disappearing. We ask for participation from everyone, all hands on deck, if we want to preserve this breed
...is in its infancy here in the USA. It requires time and patience to get a puppy from European breeders. Only the ROUGH COATED (with a beard) variety of Kromfohrlander is currently bred in North America. There are typically many years wait to get a smooth coated Kromfohrlander from the very few breeders in Europe (and a long waiting list there).
...was first and foremost developed as a companion breed. This resulted in an innate, strong bond to their person, making them easy and willing training partners. The athleticism of many individuals of the breed are well suited for performance sports such as agility, obedience and scent work
FUN FACTS:
The FIRST Kromfohrlander ever shown in North America was Hoolahop's Felix. He was also the first rough Kromfohrlander listed in AKC's Foundation Stock Service. He was also the first Kromfohrlander ever shown in Canada.
Kromfohrlanders are quite particular about choosing a mate.
Planned matings often dislike each other and require a 'getting to know you' period (only they determine how long that will be). A pairing of Kromfohrlanders is typically called a "wedding!"
The FIRST Kromfohrlander ever shown in North America was Hoolahop's Felix. He was also the first rough Kromfohrlander listed in AKC's Foundation Stock Service. He was also the first Kromfohrlander ever shown in Canada.
Kromfohrlanders are quite particular about choosing a mate.
Planned matings often dislike each other and require a 'getting to know you' period (only they determine how long that will be). A pairing of Kromfohrlanders is typically called a "wedding!"
