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A dog’s whiskers are somewhat different from those of a cat. To begin with their real name is Vibrissae from the Latin work “vibrio” meaning to vibrate. Dog whiskers are two times as thick as their hair and coarser as well, not soft like a cat’s whiskers. They are found on both sides of the […]
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The Bird Care & Conservation Society of South Australia provides guidelines on how to treat an injured or distressed bird: Do: Handle the bird carefully, for your sake and his. Take the bird away from possible sources of dangers such as other animals and extreme weather conditions. Provide a warm protected environment for the bird, […]
English Cocker Spaniel
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: England Group: Sporting dog Height: males 15-17 in., females 14-15 in. Weight: males 28-34 lbs., females 26-32 lbs. Life span: 12-15 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes Good with other pets: with the family cat What is the origin of the English Cocker Spaniel? Spaniel type dogs are an […]