Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: United States Group: Working dog, Companion dog Height: 9-12 in. Weight: 15-20 lbs. Life span: 12-15 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: children who treat them kindly Good with other pets: only with supervision What is the origin of the Chacy Ranior? Once known as the Shichon, the Chacy Ranior […]
On May 23, 2008, a horse named Eight Belles crossed the finish line in the Kentucky Derby. Her two front ankles snapped and she collapsed, resulting in her being put down as she lay there. This incident caused an outcry and calls for an end to horse racing. PETA instigated a campaign to either end […]
The Ohio House of Representatives has passed House Bill #108 – Nitro’s Law. In 2008, Nitro was one of 7 dogs starved to death under the care of kennel owner, Steve Croley, at the High Caliber K-9 kennel in Youngstown, Ohio. Among 19 dogs found on the property, 7 emaciated bodies were found, including Nitro. […]
