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 […]
This unusual pigeon is not the same as those we are used to seeing. Named for Queen Victoria of Great Britain, the pigeon’s coloring is blue with a maroon chest. They are tall, about 29 inches (74 cm.)and the largest living pigeon. They have a magnificent fan-shaped crest of feathers on the head, looking like […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: England Group: Terrier Height: 10-15 in. Weight: 14-18 lbs. Life span: 12-14 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes with gentle children Good with other pets: may chase small animals What is the origin of the Jack Russell Terrier? In the 19th century, the Reverend John Russell , a British […]
