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 Show your support with a magnetic ribbon. Recent Pet News, Tips & Info...Ainu The Perfect Guardian dogThe Ainu dog, also called Hokkaido dog, is named after the Japanese prefecture where it arrived 3000 years ago, when the Ainu tribe from the Tohoken region brought it along. With its straight forelegs, powerful neck, prominent chest and solid back, the dog is thin, muscular and fast - an important feature for those who would like to adopt such a breed. Due to its outdoorsy and inquisitive nature, it needs long daily walks and regular exercise to stay in shape. That is why this breed is unsuitable for living inside an apartment. Intelligent, watchful, eager to learn and very easy to train, the breed is suitable for hunting, but it also 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. |
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Please visit Kennebec Valley Humane Society / Connor Animal Shelter and adopt a homeless pet You have reached the shelter page for Kennebec Valley Humane Society / Connor Animal Shelter. Kennebec Valley Humane Society / Connor Animal Shelter is located in augusta, Maine. If you have information to add or update for Kennebec Valley Humane Society / Connor Animal Shelter, please click here and let us know.
In August 1927, Miss Mabel Connor, with the help of a small group of animal lovers, established the Augusta Humane Society. This organization is the predecessor of the present Kennebec Valley Humane Society (KVHS). Due to the generosity of several local humanitarians, the society was eventually able to build a facility specifically designed for animals. Construction on Pet Haven Lane began in 1961. The original building was named in honor of Miss Connor. Later the Bradstreet-Carpenter Wing was added. In 1973 the State of Maine passed the Leash Law. This law required that each municipality be responsible for all stray animals. Soon the KVHS was providing services to over 23 communities. The facility that was built in 1961 was now flooded with more than 3000 incoming animals from 23 communities each year. Space was not adequate, and there was no separate holding area for animals brought in by Animal Control officers. Talk of a new shelter began in 1992 and in 1997 the Homeward Bound Campaign to raise $1 million dollars was underway. After eight years of planning, fund raising, and construction the dream became a reality. On April 15, 2000 the public was invited to the Grand Opening Ceremony of the William and Elsie Viles Homeward Bound Wing. Thanks to the tremendous support from Central Maine area businesses and individuals, the KVHS has a new and renovated state of the art facility where optimum care is provided for stray, abandoned, and abused animals in our area. Please stop in and visit us today. To see the adoptable pets for Kennebec Valley Humane Society / Connor Animal Shelter click here Return to list
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