Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: United States Group: Working dog Height: 13-18 in. Weight: 25 lbs. or less Life span: 12-18 yrs. & up Trainability: high Good with children: yes Good with other pets: high prey drive, will chase small animals The Rat Terrier is an American breed. Since the 1920s they have been commonly […]
Epilepsy is a seizure disorder. It can be idiopathic (unknown origin) or acquired. Acquired epilepsy is usually caused by a head trauma. One idea put forth about what causes idiopathic epilepsy is an imbalance in chemicals that transmit electrical impulses to the brain. The condition may be inherited in the following breeds: Beagles, Dachshunds, Keeshonden, […]
Germany has a long tradition for breeding dogs. The German Shepherd is the most famous dog bred in Germany although it is a latecomer, originating in 1899. Germany is also home to hedgehogs, groundhogs and squirrels, although these animals are not suitable as pets. In 1933, the Third Reich passed extensive laws for animal protection. […]
