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Is Pet Clothing a Good Idea?
Should animals be dressed in clothes? Not everyone agrees on this controversial issue. Some things to consider: In favor of pet clothing Some clothing can protect an animal from the elements. For example, a dog might wear a coat and boots when taking a walk in extremely cold weather. If the clothes are comfortable and […]
Bedlington Terrier
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: England Group: Terrier Height: males 16-17 in., females 15-16 in. Weight: 17-23 lbs. Life span: 17 yrs. plus Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes Good with other pets: not with dominant dogs, may chase cats & small animals What is the origin of the Bedlington Terrier? The Bedlington Terrier comes […]
Dogs in the Military
Dogs have been used in warfare since ancient times. In 628 BC, the Lydians deployed a battalion of fighting dogs and in 525 BC Cambyses II used huge fighting dogs against Egyptian spearmen and archers. The Romans trained dogs specifically for battle and equipped them with armor. During the Medieval period, royalty gave each other […]