About 2,700 dogs serve in the armed forces. In Iraq and Afghanistan, 29 dogs have been reported killed in action. Thanks to the efforts of paramedic Staff Sargeant Mark Joseloff of the Air National Guard, at least one dog was saved. Caring for a military dog that collapsed in 110 degree heat, Joseloff relied on […]
Silkies are an ancient, Asiatic breed of poultry, most notably known for their fur like feathers. While the structure of a Silkies feather is much like other birds, they lack barbicels between each strand of ‘hair’ on the feathers shaft. These barbicels are tiny, cartilage hooks, that act like Velcro and give a feather its […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: United States Group: Sporting dog Height: males 22-27 in., females 21-26 in. Weight: 45-70 lbs. Life span: 11-12 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes Good with other pets: chases small animals What is the origin of the Redbone Coonhound? In the 1840s hunters in Georgia wanted a dog that […]
