The breed came close to extinction in the ‘50s and ‘60s however three families who left Cuba for the US, built the breed back up and it was ultimately recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1999. (10/15) by Judy Powell November 24, 2020, 6:39 am Credit Judy Powell 0 Previous 10/15 Next View full list See more Previous article Animals are distinguished by their responsiveness and kindness. They are smart, loyal, and will be the best friend for children or a great companion for adults. Next article Autumn is a golden time. Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.