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Dogue de Bordeaux

Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: France Group: Working dog Height: males 23-27 in., females 22-25 in. Weight: 99-110 lbs. Life span: 8-10 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: must have early socialization Good with other pets: not usually unless socialized early November’s Dog of the Month This devoted family companion is the oldest French Breed. […]
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Addison’s Disease

Addison’s Disease is caused by the adrenal gland not producing enough cortisol or aldosterone. It usually affects young to middle-age female dogs, but any dog can develop the disease. Addison’s is rare in cats. Addison’s is difficult to diagnose because symptoms mirror so many other diseases – fatigue, diarrhea, vomiting and muscle pain. The adrenal […]
Dog Breeds Dogs from Greenland Working Dogs

Greenland

Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Greenland Group: Working dog Height: males 22-27 in., females 20-24 in. Weight: 66-70 lbs. Life span: 13 yrs. Trainability: low/moderate Good with children: usually Good with other pets: n/a What is the origin of the Greenland? The Greenland is an ancient breed owing its ancestry to the Arctic wolf. It […]