Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: United States Group: Terrier Height: 18-22 in. Weight: 35-60 lbs. Life span: about 12 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes with early socialization Good with other pets: may be dog aggressive What is the origin of the American Pit Bull Terrier? The American Pit Bull Terrier or APBT can […]
Rabbits, just like humans, have individual personalities. Adult rabbits are products of their genetics and experiences. Before rabbits reach the stage when hormones become active, they should be spayed/neutered which usually improves their personality. It should be noted that female rabbits run an 80% chance of uterine cancer if not spayed by 5 years old. […]
Chondrodysplasia is a genetic deformation disorder which can result in crippling deformities in dogs. Sometimes mislabeled as “dwarfism”, this condition is actually presented as abnormally short and deformed limbs. In some breeds, such as dachshund and basset hound, these leg formations are “normal.” Alaskan Malamutes and Havanese seem to have a higher incidence of this […]
