Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Japan, Russia Coat Type: short & medium long varieties Color: solid or bi-color without colorpoints Temperament: intelligent, gentle, affectionate, playful, good with children & dogs Russia and Japan both claim the the Kurile Island where these Bobtail cats have lived for many centuries. The Bobtail’s body is stockier than the […]
It seems as though disasters involving loss of human life are occurring more often lately. And search and rescue is one more area where our dogs shine. Although they may consider it some sort of game, it is a job. The reward for that job well done is a treat, lots of praise or a […]
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 […]
