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Bearded Collie
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Scotland Group: Herding dog Height: 20-22 in. Weight: 40-60 lbs. Life span: 10-13 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes Good with other pets: yes What is the origin of the Bearded Collie? Bearded Collies were bred to herd sheep in the Scottish Highlands. A characteristic of this breed is […]
How Much Exercise Does a Horse Need?
Horses need daily exercise. Horses are naturally active and enjoy exercising. Exercise is one of the most important parts of horse ownership. A horse that remains in the stable much of the time will experience mobility problems. Horses that are part of a herd and have a large pasture area will move around in order […]