Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Sweden Group: Herding Height: 11-13 in. Weight: 20-35 lbs. Life span: 12-15 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes with early socialization Good with other pets: yes but may be dog-aggressive What is the origin of the Swedish Vallhund? The Swedish Vallhund has been known for centuries, even during the […]
Maryland’s Governor, Martin O’Malley, signed 3 bills passed by the state legislature to help animals. One of the bills closed a loophole in Maryland’s fighting law which added a prohibition on “baiting”. The State also prohibited the sale and possession of shark fins. Finally, Maryland will have a statewide funded spay/neuter program. The program will […]
Narcoplexy and cataplexy are similar conditions, both are disorders of the nervous system. Narcoplexy episodes include excessive daytime sleeping, lack of energy, loss of consciousness. With cataplexy, there is no loss of consciousness but a sudden muscle paralysis. The pet is still alert and will follow any movement with the eyes. Both are spontaneous and […]
