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Pigs
Do Pigs make good pets? Pigs have been here since before the Ice Age. They are highly intelligent and social animals. They train quickly and easily with positive reinforcement. They may try to dominate and need firm, patient but kind discipline. With a harness and leash, pigs should be taken out for walks. They can […]
Wetterhoun
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Netherlands Group: Gun dog Height: 21-23 in. Weight: 33-44 lbs. Life span: 12-13 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes, with kind children Good with other pets: yes What is the origin of the Wetterhoun? The Wetterhoun (houn pronounced “hoon”) is also known as the Otterhoun and Dutch Spaniel. The […]
Caring for Donkeys and Mules
In spite of their reputation for being tough and practically immune to equine illnesses, Donkeys and Mules fall prey to the same diseases as horses. They may be more resistant to certain illnesses but more prone to others affecting their species. Donkeys and mules also need the same care as horses do when it comes […]