  |
|
|
 |
|
|
Animal Shelter Support
 Show your support with a magnetic ribbon. Recent Pet News, Tips & Info...Relatives of the dog 2 0f 6 Relatives of the dog 2 0f 6Relatives of the dog 2 0f 6 The Dingo The Dingo is a member of the domestic dog family, though it has lived in the wild in Australia for thousands of years. We do not know how the Dingo first arrived in Australia, but there Relatives of the dog 1 0f 6 Relatives of the dog 1 0f 6 Relatives of the dog 1 0f 6 The Coyote The highly adaptable coyote is the only large predator that has increased its range since the first European settlers arrived in North America. Sharing the same genus as the Dogs in Islam Dogs in Islam Dogs in Islam Dogs are considered so impure in the religion of Islam that most fundamentalist believe that something as small as even touching a dog requires a ritualistic purification. A bowl that a dog eats from cannot even be used until it has been washed Dogs in Christianity Dogs in Christianity Dogs in Christianity Although there are a few negative depictions of dogs in Christianity, it is the most tolerant of the major religions. A great number of Christians believe that the shepherds who once visited Jesus brought dogs with them. Because of their |
|
Pet Tips
Saint BernardSaint BernardCountry of Origin: Switzerland History: The Saint Bernard was developed in the 17th century by Swiss monks at the Hospice of Saint Bernard, a refuge for travelers crossing the mountain passes between Switzerland and Italy. They were used as drafting, guarding, turn-spit, and search and rescue dogs. Saint Bernards are believed to have saved over 2,000 lives through their work at the hospice. They were likely descended from Roman mastiffs. The breed first came to the U.S. in the 19th century. Physical Description: The Saint Bernard is a large, powerful, square shaped dog with a large head and deep furrow over the skull. The skull is twice as long as the short blunt muzzle. When alert, the skin wrinkles under the diamond shaped, dark brown eyes. The medium size drop ears are set high, and are shaped like rounded triangles. The nose is broad and black and there are strongly developed flews. The feet are large and the tail is naturally long. The double coat has a dense undercoat and thick straight outer coat that is short or long. It is red, brown, or brindle with white markings at the chest, feet, tip of tail, nose band, and neck. There is generally a dark mask and ears. Height: 25.5 to 30 inches Weight: 120 to 180 pounds Temperament: This is an affectionate, fun loving, and playful dog that is equally friendly with strangers and family. It makes a poor guard dog, but will bark at intruders. It is very good with children. Activity Level: Moderate Best Owner: The Saint Bernard does best in a home where neatness is not a concern. A rural or suburban home is preferred, although it can adapt to city life as long as it has enough room. Special Needs: Protection from heat. Possible Health Concerns: Albanism, bloat, epilepsy, skin allergies, laryngeal paralysis |
|
Share pictures and create a web page for your dog.
|
|
