Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Netherlands Group: Sporting dog Height: 14-16 in. Weight: 20-35 lbs. Life span: 12-14 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes with kind children Good with other pets: yes if raised with them What is the origin of the Kooiker Hound (Kooikerhondje) This breed was developed in the 16th century to […]
2013 The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)has adopted a new ruling when passed by Congress with regard to puppy mills. It closes a loophole in the Federal Animal Welfare Act regulation that exempts Internet sellers. Up until now, the Act regulated breeders selling to pet shops but did not regulate breeders selling directly to […]
We are all different (viva la difference) and we usually match our choice of dog breed to complement our lifestyles. But dogs are individuals too and may not always run true to form. There’s the action pup who never misses an opportunity to run or jump or chase something. You may want to consider agility […]
