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 Show your support with a magnetic ribbon. Recent Pet News, Tips & Info...Choose the Airedale Terrier as a Pet and Say Good-Bye to Boredom“The King of the Terriers”, the Airedale terrier comes from Airedale, Yorkshire, England, and it is the largest of the terrier breeds. It comes from crossing the old and vanished breeds of the Black-and-Tan terrier with the Otterhound. It is also said that they have the Manchester terrier in their blood. They were initially bred to hunt otters (reason for which they are also called the Waterside Terrier) and hares in the valley of the Aire river - that also gave its name to the breed - and to herd sheep, being both shepherd and hunting dogs. The Africanis Dog From the South African Plains to Your Home Dog breeders do not officially recognize Africanis as a breed. Also known as the Bantu Dog or the Zulu Dog, the breed developed in South Africa and it is basically comprised of similar breeds that are originally from the area. However, dog historians have acquired enough evidence to conclude that, originally, the breed lived in the East and Middle East and migrated to Africa in ancient times. The Zulu Dog is a perfect companion for people, whether we are talking about more traditional activities like hunting or herding, or simply about the pleasure of having a dog companion. The Afghan Hound Elegance and Distinction If the old saying that claims that dogs and masters resemble each other is true, then the Afghan hound is surely the dog most likely to be seen in the presence of an aristocrat. Its silky, thick coat will match any of its masters' designer dresses or elegant suits. Distinguished in looks and personality, this is one of the breeds that you can't stop looking at when seeing on the street and that you are very likely to see at a dog show. The Aidi Dog A Perfect Watchdog Of Moroccan origin, the Aidi dog evolved as a watchdog for herds of goats and sheep. For this reason, it has heightened senses that are very good at detecting threats and its instincts are perfectly in tune, resulting in a speedy and efficient reaction. These characteristics are also perfect for a hunting dog - so it is also very good at filling that role. Very courageous, this breed has evolved in the Morrocan mountains, protecting itself and its owners from many vicious predators like wildcats, but also from strangers. Also called the Berber (it was commonly used by Berber tribes), this breed is very similar to Pariah dogs - to which it is believed to be related. |
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Enjoying Thanksgiving with your petThe Animal Shelter has published these safety tips regarding treating your pet to a few nibbles of your Thanksgiving leftovers.-- Gobble Gobble - Talkin' Turkey. Giving your pet a small nibble of turkey is OK — just make sure that it's boneless and fully cooked. Raw or undercooked turkey can contain salmonella bacteria, and dogs can choke on bones, which splinter easily. Neither of these will make for happy holidays. -- A Feast Fit for a Kong. While the humans are chowing down, consider giving your cat and dog their own little feast. Stuff bits of turkey, dribbles of gravy or vegetables such as sweet potatoes and green beans — inside a Kong toy (if you do not have one they can be purchased at your local super store for around $5.00). They'll be happily occupied for hours trying to get their meal out, and way too busy to come begging for table scraps. -- Sage Advice. This herb makes stuffing taste great, but sage also contains some essential oils and resins that can cause pets to suffer an upset stomach and has also been known to cause depression of the central nervous system, either way its not worth the risk, so find other treats you can share. -- Bread Dough. According to veterinarians at the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC), when bread dough is ingested, an animal's body heat causes the dough to rise in the stomach. As alcohol is produced during the rising process, the dough expands. Pets who've eaten bread dough may experience abdominal pain, bloat, vomiting, disorientation and depression. All of these are bad, so please refrain from sharing bread dough with your pets. If you are concerned about food that your pet has indigested, you may call the APCC emergency hot line 24 hours a day at (888) 426-4435. Share this article on Enjoying Thanksgiving with your pet with friends. 
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