Osteochondritis Dissecans usually affects large breed dogs between the ages of 5-8 months and may be due to rapid growth. It can affect any joint but the most common is the shoulder. An area of shoulder cartilage thickens and breaks off, falling into the joint. A loose lump is formed called a “joint mouse” which […]
Most snakes will try to avoid contact, but pets can be curious and persistent. When they see something so tempting moving, they are bound to poke at it. While we don’t often see snakes in the city, pets can encounter them there as well, sometimes in local parks. Snakes hibernate or are inactive during winter […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: France/Spain Group: Guard dog (livestock) Height: males 27-32 in., females 25-29 in. Weight: males 110-130 lbs., females 80-90 lbs. Life span: 10-12 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes Good with other pets: yes March’s Dog of the Month The Great Pyrenees is a giant defending home and family, but […]
