Cats (and dogs too)use every part of their bodies to communicate with us and each other, including their paws. Cats have sweat glands between their paw pads. When they scratch an object, they deposit pheromones from the scent glands, leaving lots of information about themselves that other cats can read. The sweat glands also prevent […]
Flat-faced or brachycephalic dogs are not only cute, roly-poly and extra huggable, but they also require special care. In case you didn’t know, brachycephalic dogs are those with short snouts including Pugs, Bulldogs, Pekingese, and more. There are a number of health concerns that you should consider when owning a flat-faced dog breed. Issues with […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: United States Group: Sighthound Height: 18-24 in. Weight: males 33-55 lbs., females 22-45 lbs. Life span: late teens, 15-18 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes Good with other pets: care should be taken due to high prey drive What is the origin of the Silken Windhound? The Silken Windhound […]
