Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: France/Spain Group: Guard dog (livestock) Height: males 27-32 in., females 25-29 in. Weight: males 110-130 lbs., females 80-90 lbs. Life span: 10-12 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes Good with other pets: yes March’s Dog of the Month The Great Pyrenees is a giant defending home and family, but […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: United States Group: Working dog Height: 13-18 in. Weight: 25 lbs. or less Life span: 12-18 yrs. & up Trainability: high Good with children: yes Good with other pets: high prey drive, will chase small animals The Rat Terrier is an American breed. Since the 1920s they have been commonly […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Ireland Group: Sporting dog Height: 25-28 in. Weight: 55-75 lbs. Life span: 12-15 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes Good with other pets: yes What is the origin of the Irish Setter? Ancestors of the Irish Setter include pointers, spaniels, and other setters. Originally red and white, the pure […]
