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Second Careers for Racehorses

Retired racehorses often begin “second careers” in other sports, as studs/broodmares or as therapeutic pets. At the Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit at Keeneland June 28, 2010, speakers stressed the need for racehorses to be treated well in order for them to have the ability to start a second career. If pushed too […]
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Leash-Biting Dogs

Unless you have tons of money and can afford a variety of leashes that you don’t mind having destroyed, biting them is a habit to put a halt to. Contrary to the belief of some that dogs bite their leashes to show dominance, we believe they’re just having fun and being their playful selves. Another […]
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Weimaraner

Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Germany Group: Sporting, Gun dog Height: males 24-27 in., females 22-25 in. Weight: males 55-70 lbs., females 50-65 lbs Life span: 10-12 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes if socialized early Good with other pets: usually, may chase small animals Known as the “Gray Ghost of Germany” the Weimaraner […]