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Belly Rubs, Scratches and so on

Where does your pet like to be petted? Belly rubs appear to be a favorite with dogs. When I approach, sometimes my dogs will automatically roll over to have their bellies scratched. Another popular spot is way down near the base of their tails. They stand still for that one. Does your dog flinch when […]
British Dogs Dog Breeds Sporting Dogs

Golden Retriever

Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: England Group: Sporting dog Height: males 22-24 in., females 21-22 in. Weight: 65-80 lbs., females 55-70 lbs. Life span: 10-12 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes Good with other pets: yes The Golden Retriever was bred in the mid-19th century in England with crossings including spaniels, setters, a light-coated […]
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HSUS on Sharks and Bulls

On Friday, October 7th, 2011, Governor Jerry Brown of California signed legislation banning the sale and possession of shark fins in the Golden State. Defenders of the cruel activity of shark fin fishing claim that as it is mainly Chinese-Americans who consume shark fin soup, that the legislation is racist. Most Chinese-Americans support the actions […]