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Irish Wolfhound
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Ireland Group: Sighthound Height: males 33-36 in., females 30-34 in. Weight: 100-150 lbs. Life span: 6-8 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes Good with other pets: yes with early socialization What is the origin of the Irish Wolfhound? The huge, dignified Irish Wolfhound hunted with Ireland’s kings and queens. […]
English Toy Terrier
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: England Group: Toy, Terrier Height: 10-12 in. Weight: 6-8 lbs. Life span: 9-13 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes with early socialization Good with other pets: needs supervision What is the origin of the English Toy Terrier? There were two varieties of Black and Tan Terriers, separated by weight. […]
Blue Gascon Hound
Origin The Blue Gascon Hound was first recognized in 1976. The Blue is one of the largest of the hounds. Its ancestry goes far back, one prominent ancestor being the Grand Bleu de Gascon. The Blue shares its American origins with the Bluetick Coonhound. Successful efforts in 1976 to preserve the Blue resulted when supporters […]