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Burmese

Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: United States Coat Type: short, silky Color: Most colors of cat Temperament: intelligent, sociable, talkative, affectionate Where do Burmese cats come from? Dr. Joseph Thompson of San Francisco brought a chestnut colored, female cat from Burma and began a breeding program with Siamese cats in the early 1930s. In 1936, […]
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Iditarod Dog Sled Race

The Iditarod Dog Sled Race has been called the last great dog sled race. It covers 1,131 miles beginning in Anchorage, Alaska with a ceremonial start and ending in Nome. The official start is in Willow and the race is run yearly beginning on the first Saturday in March since 1973. Competition is high and […]
Dog Types

Sporting Dogs

Sporting dogs are used for hunting and include retrievers, pointers, water dogs, etc. They are highly energetic and require a lot of exercise. They are likable and well-rounded companions, who are used to working closely with people. Sporting dogs are highly trainable and usually friendly. They have dense water-repellent coats to protect them in all […]