Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Switzerland Group: Working dog Height: males 27 in. minimum, females 25 in. minimum Weight: 120-200 lbs. Life span: 8-10 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes but take care with toddlers due to size of dog Good with other pets: usually, with early socialization February’s dog of the Month This […]
Proctor & Gamble has expanded its pet food recall due to possible salmonella contamination as a precautionary measure, to include the following: Iams Veterinary Dry Formulas, all dry sizes and varieties, all UPC codes, best by dates 01/07/10 – 01/12/11. Eukanuba Naturally Wild, all dry sizes and varieties, all UPC codes, best by dates 01/07/10 […]
The risk of heart disease in pets generally rises with age. However there can be genetics involved. Heart disease is often referred to as a “silent killer” as diagnosis may be made too late to save the pet. The most common heart diseases seen in pets are: Mitral Valve Disease – a leaky valve allowing […]
