Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Germany Group: Toy Height: 9 1/2-11 1/2 inches Weight: 7-9 lbs Life span: 11.4 years Trainability: moderate Good with children: older children Good with other pets: moderate What is the origin of the Affenpinscher? Affenpinschers are one of the oldest of the toy breeds. In 17th century Europe there were […]
The ASPCA has devised a test called SAFER – Safety Assessment for Evaluating Rehoming. This test is used to predict aggressive behavior in dogs so that if possible, behavior modification may be implemented. The assessment takes place out of the kennel in a quiet room and lasts about 10 minutes. Trained professionals usually perform the […]
Love is the Best Medicine by Dr. Nick Trout If you’ve ever shared your life with a beloved pet, this book helps affirm your beliefs in the miracle of love. Dr. Nick Trout is a surgeon on staff at the Angell Animal Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts. He tells the story of two dogs who […]
