Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Middle East Group: Sighthound Height: males about 28 in., females 25 in. Weight: males 50-60 lbs., females 35-45 lbs. Life span: 13 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: with kind children, supervise Good with other pets: will probably see other animals as prey What is the origin of the Saluki? […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Finland Group: Spitz Height: males 16-19 in., females 14-17 in. Weight: males 27-33 lbs., females 23-27 lbs. Life span: 12-15 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes Good with other pets: some may be dog aggressive What is the origin of the Finnish Spitz? When early tribes of people crossed […]
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 […]
