Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: France Group: Scenthound Height: 14 in. Weight: 40-60 lbs. Life span: 10-12 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes Good with other pets: may chase small animals February’s dog is the Basset Hound. Although the Basset Hound may look sad, to know one is to be charmed by their clownish […]
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 […]
Laryngeal Paralysis usually develops slowly over a period of time. It generally affects older dogs, horses, rarely cats, but can occur in young pets as well. It is usually seen in larger dogs over 40-50 lbs. such as Labrador Retrievers, Golden Retrievers, Siberian Huskies, Newfoundlands and St. Bernards. It appears that Labradors are more prone […]
