Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: England Group: Scenthound Height: males 22-27 in., females 21-25 in. Weight: males 55-80 lbs., females 45-65 lbs. Life span: 12-15 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes Good with other pets: yes, but high prey drive & will chase cats & other small animals What is the origin of the […]
The Netherlands, or Holland, has a maritime climate which is cool in the summer and mild in the winter. This makes the country ideal for dairy farming and raising livestock. Some animals native to the Netherlands are the beech marten, the long-finned pilot whale, the Netherland dwarf rabbit, as well as wild boar, elk and […]
What is the origin of the Lurcher? The Lurcher type of dog can trace its origins to the Romanichals (gypsies) of Ireland and Great Britain. It is a sighthound crossed with another breed of dog depending on which traits a breeder is looking for. Collie and Terrier crosses are common. In the U.S. crosses with […]
