The practice of horse soring is when the hooves and lower leg areas are intentionally injured in order to cause the horse pain and distress. This cruel treatment is in order to make the horse step higher than natural in shows. This exaggerated gait gives owners and trainers more of an advantage in winning. The […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Belgium Group: Herding Height: males 24-26 in., females 22-24 in. Weight: 55-70 lbs., females 40-60 lbs. Life span: 12-14 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes with early socialization Good with other pets: when raised with them What is the origin of the Belgian Sheepdog? Belgian Sheepdogs are actually 4 […]
Most snakes will try to avoid contact, but pets can be curious and persistent. When they see something so tempting moving, they are bound to poke at it. While we don’t often see snakes in the city, pets can encounter them there as well, sometimes in local parks. Snakes hibernate or are inactive during winter […]
