Drooling is common in some breeds. Among dog breeds in this category are Saint Bernards, Mastiffs, Bloodhounds, Newfoundlands, Great Danes, Boxers, Bulldogs, Shar-Peis. Lovers of these breeds and a few others accept the slobber that accompanies them. However, when there is a sudden onset of excessive drooling, it’s time to check for causes. Excessive drooling […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Turkey Group: Working dog, Guard dog Height: males, 28-31 in., females 27-29 in. Weight: males, 90-130 lbs., females 75-100 lbs. Life span: 10-11 yrs. Trainability: medium Good with children: with early socialization & supervision Good with other pets: can be dog-aggressive What is the origin of the Akbash? The Akbash […]
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) is a genetic disease which causes pets to lose their vision. The vision loss can occur over a period of a few months to years. The first sign of PRA is an inability to see in low light or at night. Pets are often uneasy about going outdoors at night. They […]
