Legend tells us that Buddha called all the animals to his side before he left the Earth. Only 12 animals responded and came to say goodby. Buddha rewarded these 12 by naming a year after each one in the order of their arrival. The Chinese belief is that the animal in the year of a […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Portugal Group: Guard dog (livestock and regular) Height: males 22-29 in., females 25-29 in. Weight: males 110-130 lbs., females 100-12- lbs. Life span: 12 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes Good with other pets: yes with early socialization What is the origin of the Rafeiro do Alentejo? The Rafeiro […]
Most aquarium cool-water fish benefit from a winter cool down. Without it, they may not breed in the summer and colors will be dull. Fish, like other animals and plants, use their stored fat to rejuvenate their bodies and produce eggs. It’s best to cool down your cool-water fish gradually as sudden changes cannot be […]
