Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Germany Group: Working dog, Herding Height: males 18-19 in., females 17-18 in. Weight: males 35-50 lbs., females 30-45 lbs. Life span: 13-16 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes, with early socialization Good with other pets: yes, with early socialization, except rodents What is the origin of the Standard Schnauzer? […]
Years ago my Dad had a pharmacy and as a lover of animals, he kept a cat there. Terramycin (named for an antibiotic) wandered into the pharmacy one day and made it her home. Then we discovered she was pregnant. Terra, as we affectionately called her, soon gave birth to one little kitten whom we […]
The Tibetan Mastiff is an imposing breed of dog. It was once an outstanding sheepdog in its native Tibet, fighting off wolves and leopards, protecting its flock. The Tibetan Mastiff’s abilities extended to guarding isolated homes and whole villages. This Mastiff became the breed of choice in China, each individual commanding an enormous pricetag. Some […]
