Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: China/Japan Group: Toy, Companion Height: 8-11 in. Weight: 7-15 lbs. Life span: about 10 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes with gentle children Good with other pets: yes What is the origin of the Japanese Chin? Although its name implies otherwise, the Japanese Chin is native to China. It […]
You’ve adopted a dog from a shelter – Congratulations, well done! But your adoptee follows you everywhere, sticking to you like glue. It gives you a warm feeling knowing your new pet wants to stay close to you. However this behavior, shadowing you, could be an indication of separation anxiety and other types of stress. […]
We all love our dogs and spring. But spring is also a time when the ground thaws out and makes mudpuddles. And in this case, your dog can drink from them. Besides being unsightly, it could also lead to illness. But there are ways to prevent it, notably: Give the dog a drink before you […]
