History The Akita Inu is one of the largest of the Japanese dog breeds. Akitas evolved in the mountainous regions of the Akita Prefecture. However, over time the Akitas were mixed with various other dog breeds such as the Tosa. Centuries ago, the Akita was owned only by the Shogun. The dog was used to […]
Middlesex University in London, ran a study to find out if ducks have different accents. The researchers discovered that depending on the area ducks live in, they pick up the regional accents in their quacks. Those ducks that live in big cities, having to contend with traffic noises, have louder, abrasive quacks. Those ducks whose […]
What is the origin of the Kerry Blue Terrier? The Kerry Blue Terrier is originally from County Kerry in Ireland. It was developed in the 1700s by Irish shepherds mainly with crosses of the Irish Terrier and others. It appeared in the U.S. in the 1920s. Along with the shamrock, the Kerry Blue Terrier has […]
