Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: France, Germany Group: Sporting dog, Companion dog Height: Standard-15 in. up, Miniature 10-15 in., Toy under 10 in. Weight: Standard 45-70 lbs., Miniature 15-17 lbs., Toy 6-9 lbs. Life span: Standard 11-12 yrs., Miniature & Toy 14-15 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes Good with other pets: yes The […]
The fishing industry is harmful to the fish, other marine animals, human health and the environment. Fish feel pain and stress. Fishing methods are not regulated and include much pain for the fish. Some fish are even gutted before being killed. Farmed fish are also mistreated; they swim in cramped spaces in unclean water and […]
Lymphoplasmacytic Rhinitis (LPR) is the most common inflammatory disease in dogs. With LPR, the mucosal lining of the nasal passages become inflamed. Diagnosis is difficult as this is an idiopathic (of unknown origin) disease. Its causes can be varied and may include airborne allergens, nasal irritation through viral or bacterial infections, fungal irritants, immune-mediated, tumors […]
