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Best Friends Animal Society

Best Friends has its roots in England in the 1960s. A few young friends decided to leave family and drop out of the establishment and look for a better way of life. Bringing along 6 German Shepherd Dogs, they make their way across the Atlantic, first to the Bahamas and then on to the Yucatan […]
Cat Breeds Russian Cats

Siberian

Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Russia Coat Type: medium long, soft Color: All colors of cat Temperament: very loyal, affectionate, intelligent <comments/> Where does the Siberian come from? The Siberian cat was brought to the U.S. around 1990. It is difficult to obtain information from Russia as to the Siberian’s origin. It has a lot […]
Tortoises

Hermann’s Tortoise

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Hermann’s Tortoise, testudo hermanni, comes from Southern Europe and is sometimes called a Mediterranean tortoise. They are relatively small, at about 6-8 inches with a life span of up to at least 75 years. Should you choose one as a pet there are some things to consider for its care. They are quite active and […]