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Senior pets can be both a joy and a challenge. Older pets have the wisdom of age and can develop a special relationship with humans. They are less energetic and therefore can be a great match for a working family or a senior citizen. They are also likely to be vaccinated and spayed/neutered. However, they […]
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Recall-Hartz Mt. Chicken Chews

January 25, 2013 The Hartz Mountain Corporation, following other withdrawals of imported chicken products, are taking their Hartz Chicken Chews and Hartz Oinkies Pig Skin Treats wrapped with Chicken off the market throughout the United States. Trace amounts of unapproved antibiotic residue were found in the products when samples were tested. Hartz says that there […]
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Icelandic Sheepdog

Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Iceland Group: Herding Height: males 18 in., females 16 1/2 in. Weight: 25-35 lbs. Life span: 10-15 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes Good with other pets: yes, except rodents What is the origin of the Icelandic Sheepdog? The Icelandic Sheepdog is in the Spitz family of dogs. They […]