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Russians have a long tradition of loving pets. The 19th century painter Velentin Serov famously portrayed Madame Yussoupova with her Pomeranian in the last days of the Russian Empire. Other painters of that century also painted noblemen with their pets. During the Communist era, space and economic limitations prevented most Russians from owning pets. Since […]
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: United States Group: Gun dog Height: males 23-26 in., females 21-24 in. Weight: males 65-80 lbs., females 55-70 lbs. Life span: 10-13 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes with early socialization Good with other pets: may be dog aggressive The Chesapeake Bay Retriever owes its ancestry to an 1807 […]
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Pet Professions

There are a number of professions associated with pets. There are health professionals as well as professionals who are concerned with pet care and pet behavior. Before choosing a professional to work with your pet, it is important to to check his/her credentials. It’s also a good idea to ask your friends for referrals. Checking […]