Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Tibet, China Group: Companion dog, Toy Height: 9-10 1/2 in. Weight: 9-16 lbs. Life span: 11-14 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes, with gentle older children Good with other pets: yes The Shih Tzu was a companion and watch dog in the Chinese imperial cours. Dogs brought from Tibet […]
Thrombocytopenia can affect both dogs and cats. It occurs when the blood platelet count is very low. Platelets are fragments of special cells that work to see that blood clots properly. If the platelet count is too low, bruising and bleeding occur. Thrombocytopenia can have several causes – low platelet production by bone marrow, increased […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Australia Group: Terrier Height: 9-11 in. Weight: 9-14 lbs. Life span: 11-15 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes with kind children Good with other pets: yes when raised with them Dog of the Month for April This little Aussie is highly intelligent and brave, a good watchdog in spite […]
