Legg Perthes disease is found in small breed dogs, where destruction of the head of the femur bone occurs due to loss of blood supply. Some breeds prone to this disease are West Highland White Terrier, Poodles, Fox Terrier, Shih Tzu, Pug, Silky Terrier, Bichon Frise, Schipperke, toy breeds, Miniature Pinscher, American Eskimo Dog, Bichon […]
The medical term for Dippity Pig Syndrome is Erythema Multiforme. It means a reddening of the skin, generally in patches and occurs in pot bellied pigs and usually affects pigs under 2 years of age. Dippity Pig Syndrome occurs suddenly. The name refers to the way the pig seems to dip his/her back to ease […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Netherlands Group: Sporting, Pointer Height: 19-23 in. Weight: 45-55 lbs. Life span: 13-14 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes Good with other pets: yes What is the origin of the Stabyhoun? Also known as the Frisian Pointer and Dutch Stabyhoun, the Stabyhoun (stah BAY hoon) is one of the […]
