Dogs use their tails as part of communicating their feelings. Their happy greetings lift our spirits too. Some dogs seem so happy-go-lucky, their tails never stop wagging. But this excitement can lead to injury, sometimes serious, known as Happy Tail Syndrome or Kennel Tail. A tail that is rapidly wagging can meet a hard enough […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: United States Group: Toy Dogs, Companion Dogs Height: up to 11 in. Weight: 6-7 lbs. Life span: well into the teens Trainability: high Good with children: yes Good with other pets: yes What is the origin of Mi Ki? The Mi Ki (pronounced me key) is a rare American breed […]
Addison’s Disease is caused by the adrenal gland not producing enough cortisol or aldosterone. It usually affects young to middle-age female dogs, but any dog can develop the disease. Addison’s is rare in cats. Addison’s is difficult to diagnose because symptoms mirror so many other diseases – fatigue, diarrhea, vomiting and muscle pain. The adrenal […]
