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The Horse Protection Act, passed 40 years ago, was meant to eliminate the practice of “soring” horses. As the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) explains, the “soring” of horses consists of using chemicals and other substances causing extreme pain in horses’ hooves and legs. It is used in show competitions to give them […]
Picardy Spaniel
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: France Group: Sporting dog, Gun dog Height: 22-24 in. Weight: 44-55 lbs. Life span: n/a Trainability: high Good with children: yes Good with other pets: may chase small animals What is the origin of the Picardy Spaniel? The Picardy Spaniel is a native of the French province of the same […]
Book Review: Raw and Natural Nutrition for Dogs
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