Approximately 80% of white or grey horses develop melanomas. Melanomas are skin cancers more common to certain breeds – Arabian, lippizzaner and Percheron – who have a high incidence of grey horses. They can be easily detected as they are usually black and found commonly around lips, eyes, ears, salivary glands, anus, penis and vulva. […]
The Naragansett Pacer was the first horse breed bred in the United States, but unfortunately it is now extinct. Sales to the Caribbean and cross-breeding diminished the breed to the point of extinction, and the last known Pacer died around 1880. Historical records show that many famous personages owned Pacers, George Washington among them. The […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: United States Group: Terrier Height: 18-22 in. Weight: 35-60 lbs. Life span: about 12 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes with early socialization Good with other pets: may be dog aggressive What is the origin of the American Pit Bull Terrier? The American Pit Bull Terrier or APBT can […]
