Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: China Group: Toy Dogs, Companion Dogs Height: males 12-14 in., females 10-12 in. Weight: males 13-20 lbs., females 13-18 lbs. Life span: 12-15 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes Good with other pets: yes The Pug originated in China and came to Europe about 400 years ago. What does […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: England Group: Herding dog Height: 13-16 in. Weight: 30 lbs Life span: 10-15 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes Good with other pets: yes, with early socialization The Shetland Sheepdog, “Sheltie”, is possibly related to the Collie although it is not a miniature collie as it was once referred […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Scotland Group: Terrier Height: 10-14 in. Weight: 13-18 lbs. Life span: 12-15 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes Good with other pets: strong prey drive, will chase small animals The Cairn Terrier comes from Scotland and has been around since the 1500s.It is named for the piles of small […]
