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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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Animal Shelter details for Longhopes Donkey Shelter
Please visit Longhopes Donkey Shelter and adopt a homeless pet You have reached the shelter page for Longhopes Donkey Shelter. Longhopes Donkey Shelter is located in bennett, Colorado. If you have information to add or update for Longhopes Donkey Shelter, please click here and let us know.
Our Shelter, located in Bennett, Colorado, is a non-profit Corporation registered in the state of Colorado. Our goal is to provide permanent homes for donkeys that would otherwise be neglected, abused, or destroyed for meat consumption overseas. Healthy donkeys are available for adoption. Physically neglected donkeys are retained for rehabilitation (See E.A.R.S. program) and donkeys that are unable to be adopted due to age or infirmities remain at the Shelter permanently (see Guardianship program). The average donkey remains at the Shelter 6 months and it costs the Shelter approximately $1.92 per day in operating costs. Like all other species, donkeys are overproduced either because people refuse to incur the cost of castration, or don't understand that jacks have a better life as geldings or thoughtlessly desire to experience "the miracle of life." However, once born donkeys often outlive their owners interest, finances and physical resources. Consequently, more and more donkeys become homeless. To reduce this problem, Longhopes does not breed or allow jennets to be adopted for breeding. Adopters seeking a foal are encouraged to adopt from the Bureau of Land Management, which always has feral foals or pregnant jennets needing homes. Further, all jacks are castrated before leaving the shelter. An uncastrated jack is not a suitable pet and can be dangerous around other equines. As part of our mission, we believe it is not enough just to save donkeys from slaughter, if we don't ensure them a safe and healthy new home. Therefore, we conduct on-site pre-adoption inspections and we continue to monitor the placement for a full year. Further, years of experience have taught us that donkeys are not horses and they need to live with other donkeys. Consequently, we normally only adopt our donkeys in pairs, or as companions to other donkeys. To see the adoptable pets for Longhopes Donkey Shelter click here Return to list
Longhopes Donkey Shelter LocationBelow is a map for Longhopes Donkey Shelter, please call for specific directions.***Note: PO Boxes will not show correctly on the map below. |
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