The ASPCA advises that the Puppy Uniform Protection and Safety (PUPS) Act was again brought before Congress for the third time on March 1st. The bill, presented by Jim Gerlach (R-PA), Sam Farr (D-CA), Lois Capps (D-CA) and CW Bill Young (R-FL) requires any breeder who sells or offers to sell more than 50 dogs […]
Invermectin Sensitivity is a disease is which dogs become overly sensitive to certain drugs including invermectin which is found in some heartworm and mite preparations. Certain breeds are particularly prone to this disease: collies, Australian Shepherd Shetland Sheepdogs, Old English Sheepdogs and English Sheepdogs. In other breeds, excessive doses (10-20X the recommended dose) are dangerous. […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: United States Group: Companion Height: Toy, 7.5-11 in. Miniature, 11.5-16 in. Weight: Toy, 4-8 lbs. Miniature, 8.5-16 lbs. Life span: approx. 15 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes Good with other pets: gets along well with cats What is the origin of the American Hairless Terrier? In 1972 in […]
