Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Japan Group: Guard Dogs Height: 8-22 in. Weight: 45-65 lbs. Life span: 11-13 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: when raised with them Good with other pets: may be dog-aggressive What is the origin of the Hokkaido Dog? The Hokkaido dog also known as the Ainu-ken, Seta and Shita is […]
Best Friends has its roots in England in the 1960s. A few young friends decided to leave family and drop out of the establishment and look for a better way of life. Bringing along 6 German Shepherd Dogs, they make their way across the Atlantic, first to the Bahamas and then on to the Yucatan […]
Today I learned a new word – Scruffing. Although I’m familiar with the action, didn’t know that’s what it’s called. Scruffing is used by mama cats to discipline their youngsters who become unruly. But it’s important to know if and when it’s appropriate to scruff your cat and how to do it without angering your […]
