From the 1920s to the 1970s, horse diving shows were a popular source of entertainment. The shows involved horses jumping off of towers approximately 40 feet high into a pool. Sometimes the horses had riders and sometimes they jumped alone. These shows were popular at the historic Steel Pier in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The […]
While dogs are well domesticated, they do retain certain instinctive actions passed down through their ancestors. In some cases it’s the survival instinct and in others, just because it feels good. Dogs disguise their own scent by rolling in smelly things. This ancient instinct confuses their prey when they are hunting or helps to keep […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: France Group: Scenthound Height: males 22-23 in., females 21-22 in. Weight: 55-62 lbs. Life span: n/a Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes Good with other pets: yes with other dogs What is the origin of the Porcelaine? The Porcelaine is believed to be the oldest of all French hounds. Almost […]
