Two hundred years ago, North American researchers began the practice of placing leg bands on wild birds in order to keep track of their habits. This practice was continued with imported birds by the United States Department of Agriculture to help avoid outbreaks of diseases. After an outbreak of psittacosis, restrictions were set on bird […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: United States Group: Scenthound Height: 20-24 in. Weight: 40-60 lbs. Life span: 12-14 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes Good with other pets: will chase small animals What is the origin of the Plott Hound? In 1750, Schweisshunds from Germany were brought to the U.S. by Johannes Georg Plott, […]
When a pet dies, the owners must decide on final arrangements. There are a number of options: Cemetery Burial Communal Burial Communal Cremation Individual or Private Cremation Home Burial Why Bury a Pet in a Pet Cemetery Burial in the backyard is more intimate,allowing the owners to decorate the grave however they want and visit […]
