Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: England, Scotland Group: Terrier Height: males 13-16 in., females 11-14 in. Weight: males 13-16 lbs., females 11-14 lbs. Life span: 15 yrs. up Trainability: high Good with children: yes Good with other pets: may chase small animals What is the origin of the Border Terrier? The Border Terrier was bred […]
Infectious Canine Hepatitis is a contagious disease found worldwide. This acute liver infection affects domestic dogs as well as foxes, wolves, bears, coyotes and other carnivores. It is spread through feces, urine, saliva and nasal discharge of infected animals. It enters through the mouth or nose where it reproduces on the tonsils and spreads from […]
Excessive drinking in pets should not be taken lightly. Average intake of water for a 20lb. dog is about 3-4 cups. A 10lb. cat drinks about 2-4 oz. or 6 teaspoons per pound. Pets that eat only dry food may drink more. During the heat of summer, pets may drink more too. The larger the […]
