I don’t know anyone who can pass by a kitten without saying “aww, how cute.” If you’re thinking about adopting a kitten, prepare for a fun time. As tiny as they are, they tug at our hearts. You can adopt a kitten from an animal shelter or, if you prefer a purebred, choose a reliable […]
While all dogs have a much stronger sense of smell than humans, scenthounds are sporting dogs that use their exceptionally high developed sense of smell to nose out prey. These dogs are also used for rescue. It is the belief of many historians that the ancestors of the scenthounds were large fierce Molossian dogs, who […]
History The Akita Inu is one of the largest of the Japanese dog breeds. Akitas evolved in the mountainous regions of the Akita Prefecture. However, over time the Akitas were mixed with various other dog breeds such as the Tosa. Centuries ago, the Akita was owned only by the Shogun. The dog was used to […]
