Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Malta Group: Toy, Companion Height: 8-10 in. Weight: 4-7 lbs. Life span: 15 yrs. plus Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes with kind children Good with other pets: yes The Maltese was thought to belong to the “Melita” Breed, an ancient name for Malta. The Maltese was bred in Italy […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: China/Japan Group: Toy, Companion Height: 8-11 in. Weight: 7-15 lbs. Life span: about 10 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes with gentle children Good with other pets: yes What is the origin of the Japanese Chin? Although its name implies otherwise, the Japanese Chin is native to China. It […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: United States Group: Gun dog, Sporting dog Height: 14-15.5 inches Weight: 20-30 lbs. Life span: 11-13 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes, with gentle children Good with other pets: yes with early socialization September’s Dog of the Month Once a hunter, this beautiful companion has long silky ears with […]
