Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Japan Group: Companion Height: males 14 1/2-16 1/2 in., females 13 1/2-15 1/2 in. Weight: males 23 lbs., females 17 lbs. Life span: 12-15 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes, with early socialization Good with other pets: may be dog-aggressive, high prey drive, may chase small animals What is […]
At Cambridge University in England, scientists tested a new technique to reverse paralysis in dogs. Thirty-four dogs took part in the trial. Olfactory ensheathing cells were removed from their nose linings and were grown for several weeks in the laboratory. The cells were then planted in the injury sites of 23 dogs while the rest […]
The health benefits of spay/neuter for small pets such as rabbits, guinea pigs, rats and mice are many. They include eliminating uterine, ovarian and testicular cancers, reduce mammary tumors, prevent pyometra, a severe uterine infection, decreased territory marking and generally mellower behavior typically towards cage mates. Since there is a risk with any surgery, it’s […]
