Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Finland Group: Hunting Dogs, Guard Dogs Height: males 22-24 in., females 19-22 in 5-6 in. Weight: 44-50 lbs. Life span: 10-12 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes, with early socialization Good with other pets: no due to aggressiveness What is the origin of the Karelian Bear Dog? The Karelian […]
The battle of the sexes seems to have filtered down to our pets – in our minds, not theirs. Let’s explore if there are really differences between males and females and see how we humans view them. Cats – Many people feel male cats are more affectionate. Females tend to be moodier. Non-neutered males can […]
Actually, there is no record of the first police dog. But the Encyclopedia Britannica Online tells us that “Dogs were first trained in police work at the turn of the 20th century in Ghent, Belgium and the practice was soon adopted elsewhere.” Dogs have been man’s companion for thousands of years, serving in many ways, […]
