Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: France Group: Scenthound Height: 18-20 in. Weight: 35-46 lbs. Life span: 12-13 yrs. Trainability: moderate/high Good with children: yes Good with other pets: yes What is the origin of the Beagle Harrier? The Beagle Harrier is a very old breed, possibly from around the Middle Ages in France. They were […]
Have you ever wondered how breed names came about? Some are obvious such as those named for their places of origin. Others are named for the person who developed them, the breed’s job and still others were inspired names. Here are some examples. Cairn Terrier – Called cairns in Scotland (home to this terrier), they […]
Wobbler’s Syndrome is also known as CVI or cervical vertebral instability and may be inherited in dogs. It usually affects large breeds and dogs that grow quickly. Wobbler’s is caused by stenosis (narrowing) of the vertebral canal, the space that contains the spinal cord. Younger dogs, 10-14 months old appear to have a clumsy gait. […]
