National Mutt Day has been celebrated every year on December 2 since 2005, when it was founded by animal welfare activist Colleen Paige. Unfortunately, the biggest percentage of dogs euthanized in shelters are mixed breed dogs. Many people prefer to adopt purebreds from pet stores (often provided by puppy mills which mistreat dogs). Overbreeding of […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Ireland Group: Terrier Height: 17-20 in. Weight: 30-45 lbs. Life span: 12-15 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes with gentle children Good with other pets: with early socialization, may view cats & small animals as prey What is the origin of the Soft-coated Wheaten Terrier? This old-around farm dog, […]
Would you believe that there are at least 75 breeds of dogs that are either banned or regulated, from the small Pug to the giant Great Dane. The main so-called “bully” breeds are the Pitbull and the Rottweiler. <ads media=googleAds1 /> Breed Specific Legislation or BSL as it is known, bans or regulates some dog […]
