Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: England Group: Terrier, Sporting, Companion Height: Standard 20-24 in., mini 10-14 in. Weight: Standard 45-80lbs., mini 15-35 lbs. Life span: 10-14 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: questionable Good with other pets: no What is the origin of the Bull Terrier? The Bull Terrier counts among its ancestors, the Bulldog, Old […]
Alpharma, a subsidiary of Pfizer Inc. will suspend sales in 30 days of 3-Nitro (Roxarsone), used by poultry producers since the 1940s. An FDA study of 100 broiler chickens detected inorganic arsenic, a known carcinogen, in higher levels in the livers of those treated with 3-Nitro. Scientists report that organic arsenic, less toxic and present […]
Pit Bull Terriers have probably been one of the most maligned breeds of dog. Best Friends Animal Society is doing something to change the mistaken image of this dog. Best Friends has launched a program called Shelter Partners for Pit Bulls. The project encourages responsible pet ownership, works to increase adoptions, reduces euthanasia and improves […]
