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Do you want a Designer Dog? Designer dogs are dogs deliberately bred from two different purebred dogs. In this way you can do your research and know the characteristics of both donor dogs – size, temperament, etc. There is no guarantee you will get the exact dog you want. Just be sure both dogs are […]
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Black and Tan Coonhound

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 […]
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What Makes an Animal a Pet

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How would you define the word “pet?” Which animals are considered pets and which are not? When we say the word pet, we are usually thinking about animals such as dogs, cats, birds and guinea pigs. But there are some countries where dogs and cats are considered food and there are people who raise chickens, […]