Schutzhund literally means protection dog. It was originally designed as a breed test for German Shepherds as a sport and to evaluate their working ability. The first Schutzhund trial was held in Germany in 1901. There are 3 phases to Schutzhund – obedience, tracking and protection. A dog must pass all 3 phases to earn […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: England Coat Type: smooth, shiny Color: brown Temperament: gentle, sociable, affectionate Where do Havana Browns come from? Once known as the “Swiss Mountain Cat” the Havana Brown was developed in the 1950s by breeding black domestic cats having a brown recessive gene with Seal or Chocolate Point Siamese. The cat […]
We’ve touched on pet safety in your home, but our curious cats need additional consideration. Because they can climb in places unreachable by dogs and will play with anything that moves, we must be extra alert. Electrical cords and outlets should be covered. Where this is not feasible, perhaps coating the cords with something that […]
