The Peninsula Humane Society and SPCA in California has a unique idea to encourage adoption of shelter dogs. The shelter is investigating DNA testing to discover the breeds present in each individual dog. To this end, 12 dogs who looked like chihuahua mixes were chosen and put to the test. Recently, a group of animal […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: United States Group: Scenthound Height: 23-27 in. Weight: 55-75 lbs. Life span: 10-12 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes, usually older, gentle children Good with other pets: sometimes dog-aggressive, will chase small animals Dog of the Month for July! The Black and Tan Coonhound is a hunter who loves […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Japan Group: Sporting dog Height: 17-22 in. Weight: 30-60 lbs. Life span: 11-13 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: if raised with them Good with other pets: not with small pets due to high prey drive, may show dominance with other dogs Kishu Inu Dog History The Kishu Inu sometimes, […]
