Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: United States Group: Scenthound Height: 20-24 in. Weight: 40-60 lbs. Life span: 12-14 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes Good with other pets: will chase small animals What is the origin of the Plott Hound? In 1750, Schweisshunds from Germany were brought to the U.S. by Johannes Georg Plott, […]
Bartonellosis is a bacterial disease in pets which can also affect humans. It is caused by a bacteria known as Bartonella and is sometimes called Cat Scratch Disease, although not always transmitted that way. Dogs become infected with bartonellosis through fleas, ticks, sand flies and lice. Dogs that spend a lot of time outdoors such […]
Before getting started on grooming your horse, you need to have the proper tools – a curry comb or mitt, a moderately stiff body brush, a mane and tail comb, preferably metal, a soft bristle finishing brush, a hoof pick and a clean soft cloth or sponge. You may also want to add scissors or […]
