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Living with Tripawds

Amputation is considered one of the oldest medical procedures, even for animals. In ancient times dogs were not kept as pets, only as working animals. Depending on their jobs, tails and ears were docked, dewclaws removed and castration performed. Often these surgeries caused severe infection. If the dog could no longer perform its duties, it […]
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Raggle

Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Group: Companion dog Height: 8-12 in. Weight: 20-25 lbs. Life span: Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes Good with other pets: yes What does the Raggle look like? The Raggle is a cross between a Beagle and a Rat Terrier and weighs approximately 20-25 lbs. What is the temperament of […]
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Switzerland

It is a little-known fact that there are seven Swiss dog breeds. The Schweizerische Kynologische Gesellschaft (SKG) (the Swiss equivalent of the Kennel Club) works to promote these breeds in Switzerland and abroad. In the 19th century, a Saint Bernard named Barry who lived in a monastery in the Alps, saved at least 40 people […]