New legislation has been introduced in Texas, known as the Texas Companion Animal Protection Act. This act would ban gas chambers as a means of euthanization, make it illegal to kill animals if rescue groups are willing to save them, end “convenience killing” (killing when there are empty cages), require shelters to tell the truth […]
Hip Dysplasia occurs when there is a problem with the joining of the hip bone. The hip joint is a ball and socket and attaches the hind legs to the body of the dog. The ball is the femur head and the socket (acetabulum) is part of the pelvis. For ease of movement, the ball […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: England Group: Terrier Height: males 14-16 in., females 13-15 in. Weight: males 15-20 lbs., females 13-18 lbs. Life span: 13-16 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes Good with other pets: sometimes dog-aggressive, some chase other animals What is the origin of the Wire Fox Terrier? The Wire Fox Terrier […]
