Dogs are stolen for different reasons – in order to claim a reward for safe return, to be sold on to buyers who don’t care where their dog came from, and some may be stolen to use as breeding stock. Like car thieves, dog-nappers tend to target specific types of dogs. Fashionable breeds e.g. Chihuahuas […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: England Group: Terrier Height: 9-10 in. Weight: 11-12 lbs. Life span: 12-15 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes Good with other pets: yes, with cats & dogs, chases small animals What are the origins of the Norfolk and Norwich Terriers? Both the Norfolk and Norwich Terriers are short-legged ratters […]
Osteogenesis Imperfecta, also known as Brittle Bone Disease, is a genetic disorder in which bones and teeth are very fragile. It is caused by a mutation of one of two genes for collagen, an abundant body protein which is the major component of skin, bones, cartilage, tendons and ligaments. Collagen is one of the main […]
