Can you take your pooch to church or synagogue? A growing number of religious institutions are starting to include pets in their services. For instance, St. Francis Episcopal Church in Stamford, Connecticut has a special service which includes pets. The service is geared to those whose pets are a central part of their lives, and […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Belgium Group: Herding Height: males 24-26 in., females 22-24 in. Weight: 55-70 lbs., females 40-60 lbs. Life span: 12-14 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes with early socialization Good with other pets: when raised with them What is the origin of the Belgian Sheepdog? Belgian Sheepdogs are actually 4 […]
Mast Cell Tumors (MCTs) are sometimes misdiagnosed as lipomas (fatty tumors). MCTs are cancerous cells that release histamin and heparin (a blood thinner) which can result in localized swelling, inflammation and allergies. The most common location for MCTs is the skin, but can also be seen in the liver, spleen, gastrointestinal tract and bloodstream. An […]
