Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Russia Group: Guard dog, Terrier Height: 26-30 in. Weight: 80-130 lbs. Life span: 10-12 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes, but may herd them Good with other pets: yes,with family pets What is the origin of the Black Russian Terrier? In the 1940s the Soviet military’s need for a […]
Adopting a puppy mill dog means rescuing a pup from a horrible existence. But be prepared for some challenges. These dogs have had no socialization. When they have been handled, infrequently by their keepers, it’s usually with rough treatment. They have spent their lives in small, wire cages with little or no time outdoors. They’ve […]
Sighthounds are sporting dogs that have keen eyesight and can easily spot prey by sight. These dogs have flexible backs and long legs so they can capture fast prey. They also have unusually large hearts and lean wiry bodies. There is proof that sighthounds were in use in ancient times. The earliest presumed sighthound remains […]
