Pets and owners will be happy to her that Addicare is starting the year out strong for both groups with a new pet care range that includes its new all inclusive dog shampoo that is bound to be as highly sought after as the brand’s other leading health care products. With the new all-in-one shampoo for dogs it is now easy to keep your home hygienic and your pet’s fur Read More ...
For all breeds and hybrids, the risk of genetic defects is a given. These are especially favoured by the constant crossing of the same genetic material, as in the breeding in isolated areas like islands, known as a genetic bottleneck. But to achieve breeding goals they are sometimes deliberately used or taken into account. For example: hip dysplasia (HD); Ellbogengelenksdysplasie (ED); brachycephaly; Brachyury; or Dackellahme are serious and often fatal Read More ...
The Bisben Shepherd is related to the other Himalayan breeds, but is sometimes mistakenly, regarded as a breed of Tibetan Mastiff, the reason for this is the dogs head, it is far more wolf like and this distinguishes it clearly from the Tibetan Mastiff. There are numerous theories about the origin of this Bisben race, the most popular is that it is the result of breeding between the wolf and Read More ...
The Black Norwegian Elkhound, is a more modern variant of the Norwegian Elkhound and has a stern disposition and requires an experienced owner. The Black Elkhound breed is used for the same purposes as the grey Elkhound but it is much smaller and younger as a breed with origins in the 1800’s but with the same strong characteristics and a more wilful nature. The Appearance, anatomy and physical attributes The Read More ...
Alternative Names Spanish Bulldog Country of origin Spain RSCE: Group 2 Est The Spanish mastiff dog breed is a large native of Spain, with very ancient origins. The traditional functionality is the handling of cattle, in extensive hunting large game, and for holding deer and wild boar. Its modern application is as a guard dog and to guard livestock against any predator. The existence of Alano in Spain dates back several Read More ...
Alternative Names Ken Akita Akita Inu Country of origin Japan The Akita or Akita Inu is a breed of dog originating in Japan that should not be confused with the American Akita that was obtained by crossing in the early twentieth century. It was originally a hunting dog for generations and was used by warriors of Japan as a defense and attack dog. It was also used to hunt bears (while 2 Read More ...
Crepuscular predator cats have developed a lot of senses. They perceive the world differently from humans. It is perhaps for this reason that they are associated with supernatural powers. There are several stories that tell of cats having predicted earthquakes and other disasters, escaping before the phenomenon. The explanation is probably linked to the perception of frequencies not audible to humans. The cat can see in very low light condition Read More ...
