Dogs and cats have sleep patterns very similar to humans. They experience dreams, rapid eye movements (REM) and other aspects of human sleep. The difference is they sleep a lot more hours than we do. Dogs sleep about 14 hours a day. Large dogs such as Saint Bernards and Mastiffs are often referred to as […]
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 […]
Both domestic and wild horses are in danger due to loss of habitat and cruelty to horses. Wild horse conservation Wild horses in the United States are diminishing in numbers at an alarming rate. Conservation efforts are therefore focusing on providing rescue and sanctuary and preserving rare breeds. Wild horses live in herd groups and […]
