Overgrown teeth in herbivores such as rabbits, degus, chinchillas, guinea pigs, can cause major health problems. These animals have teeth known as elondont meaning they grow continuously. Normally these small herbivores graze almost constantly, wearing down their teeth gradually. But when tooth growth rates and wear are out of balance, problems occur. The incisors (front […]
A red Tibetan Mastiff now claims the title of the World’s Most Expensive Dog. It is reported that a coal baron from the north of China paid $1.5 million for the 11 month old, 180 lb. puppy. His name is Hong Dong which means Big Splash in English. The Tibetan Mastiff, an ancient breed, was […]
The Iditarod Dog Sled Race has been called the last great dog sled race. It covers 1,131 miles beginning in Anchorage, Alaska with a ceremonial start and ending in Nome. The official start is in Willow and the race is run yearly beginning on the first Saturday in March since 1973. Competition is high and […]
